‘He represented excellence of Nigerian spirit’ – Peter Obi mourns Olu Jacobs

The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has mourned the death of veteran Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs.

Obi described Jacobs as a symbol of excellence who made remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s film and creative industry.

“It is with sadness that I received the news of the passing of our veteran actor, Olu Jacobs, whose demise was announced by his family yesterday, 16 September 2026.

“Olu Jacobs represented the excellence of the Nigerian spirit. He exemplified this through his remarkable contributions to the film and creative industry, in a career spanning several decades across both Britain and Nigeria.

“His passing is once again a reminder to all of us that our time here is limited. Whatever responsibility we are entrusted with, and whatever area we are called to contribute to society, we must give it our very best and ensure that society benefits from our genius, talent and competence.

“This was what Olu Jacobs was renowned for. He lived a life that demonstrated the power of talent, discipline, professionalism and dedication to one’s craft.

“As we remember his life, times and passion, my thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, colleagues and the entire Nigerian creative community.

“I pray that the Almighty will grant his loved ones and our nation the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.

“May the good Lord grant our father, Olu Jacobs, and all the faithful departed eternal rest. Amen,” Obi wrote.