OBITUARY: Olu Jacobs, the Kano boy who conquered British stages, became Nollywood royalty, falls silent at 84

Veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs has died at 84, ending a career that took him from Kano to prominent British theatre stages and established him as one of Nollywood’s most respected figures. The obituary reflects on his journey, major achievements and enduring influence on Nigeria’s film industry.