The family of late Nollywood veteran Olu Jacobs has released the full programme of events for his burial. A Night of Tributes has been scheduled for September 30, 2026, at Glover Memorial Hall in Lagos. During the tribute event, mourners have been asked to dress in shades of blue. Olu Jacobs passed away on September 16, 2026, at the age of 84. His death was announced by his wife, Joke Silva, and their son, Olusoji Jacobs.
The Night of Tributes is designed to bring together colleagues, friends, family members, and fans who want to celebrate the life and remarkable career of one of Nigeria's most distinguished screen veterans. It will serve as a collective moment of remembrance before the main funeral service. Actress Gloria Young shared a burial poster on Instagram detailing the two separate events ahead of the actor's interment.
The funeral service for Olu Jacobs is scheduled for Friday, October 2, 2026, at 10 am at This Present House, Freedom Way, Lekki Phase I, Lagos. Attendees for the funeral service have been asked to dress in shades of green. The two-day programme culminating in the October 2 funeral service gives everyone who wished to celebrate his life a clear date and location to do so.
Olu Jacobs built a career spanning decades, earning a reputation as one of Nollywood's most respected and influential actors. His work left a lasting impression on the industry, and the depth of emotion that followed his passing reflected the scale of his contribution to Nigerian cinema and culture.
Social media users have continued to mourn his loss in the days since, with many describing his death as a significant moment for the entertainment world and reflecting on the body of work he leaves behind. Emeka Ike, a Nollywood actor, was seen weeping over Olu Jacobs' death in a viral video, showing his emotional reaction to the veteran's passing at age 84.
The family of Olu Jacobs, whose full name is Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, has expressed gratitude for the outpouring of grief and support from the Nigerian entertainment industry and beyond. The burial plans have been shared widely, and fans and colleagues are expected to attend the events to pay their respects to the late actor.
Key figures in the Nigerian entertainment industry, including Joke Silva and Olusoji Jacobs, have been at the forefront of organizing the burial events. The events are expected to be a fitting tribute to Olu Jacobs' legacy and contribution to Nollywood.
Key points
- The family of Olu Jacobs has announced a Night of Tributes on September 30, 2026, and a funeral service on October 2, 2026.
- Olu Jacobs passed away on September 16, 2026, at the age of 84.
- The burial events are expected to be attended by fans and colleagues of the late actor.
