Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. His death was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, and his wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, in a statement shared on Instagram on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. “It is with gratitude to God for…
By Frank Ulom Veteran Nollywood actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. Jacobs’ death was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, in an Instagram post. Olusoji who described his father as “The Lion of Lufodo,” wrote: “It is…
By Suzan Sunday The Nigerian film industry has recorded the loss of several talented actors in 2026, leaving fans, colleagues and the wider entertainment community mourning. From veteran Yoruba performers to popular Nollywood stars and rising talents, these actors made memorable contributions to Nigerian cinema and television. Here are 13 Nollywood actors who died in…
Entertainment Desmond Elliot Quick Read Lagos lawmaker and actor Desmond Elliot has reportedly returned to acting after losing the All Progressives Congress primary election for his seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly. Lagos lawmaker and actor Desmond Elliot has reportedly returned to acting after losing the All Progressives Congress primary election for his…
Entertainment Jaiye Juti Quick Read She recalled how she received little or no support from colleagues after she publicly complained that her movie had been removed from several cinemas. Nollywood actress Jaiye Kuti, popularly known as Jayeola Monje, has criticised her colleagues in the movie industry over what she described as fake love and lack…
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has described the death of a renowned Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, as a profound loss to Abia, Nigeria’s entertainment industry, and millions of admirers worldwide. Mr Otti stated this on Thursday during the funeral service held in honour of the late actor at the Mary Slessor Technical College Ground…
Entertainment Dami Twitch Quick Read Nigerian filmmaker and video director Oluwadamilola Owolabi, popularly known as Dami Twitch, has spoken on why Nollywood producers can no longer use Afrobeats songs in their movies without permission. Nigerian filmmaker and video director Oluwadamilola Owolabi, popularly known as Dami Twitch, has spoken on why Nollywood producers can no longer…
Nollywood actor, Lanre Adediwura, has recounted leaving MultiChoice’s television series ‘Wura’ financially unstable and was only rescued by YouTube productions. Naija News reports that Lanre made this known during an interview on TVC Entertainment, explaining why he declined an offer to reprise his role on the show. The thespian revealed that the series did not benefit…
The Nollywood industry is in mourning following the death of popular actor and former model Alexx Ekubo. He was 40 years old. Reports indicate that Ekubo passed away on Tuesday, May 12, due to health complications related to kidney cancer. According to sources, the actor had been placed on life support for several hours before…
Featured Vendors Handpicked from OiO OiO Picks The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following reports that popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has died at the age of 40. According to multiple reports published on Tuesday, the actor reportedly passed away after battling a prolonged illness. Colleagues and close friends in the movie…
