Jide Kosoko Honors Olu Jacobs' Legacy After His Death

Veteran actor Jide Kosoko paid tribute to Olu Jacobs, who died on September 16, 2026, at the age of 84. In a heartfelt message shared on his Instagram, Kosoko referred to Jacobs as his "dear Egbon" and "The Lion of Lufodo," expressing that the loss was greater than just that of an actor.

He praised Jacobs as a patriot for choosing to leave a flourishing career in the West to enhance Nigeria's creative landscape. Kosoko admired Jacobs' dedication to his craft, likening him to the principles of theatre theorist Stanislavsky, emphasizing that Jacobs fully embodied his characters.

He noted Jacobs' training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London and his prior success on the British stage before returning to Nigeria. Kosoko concluded his tribute with the phrase "Veni, Vidi, Vici," urging his late colleague to rest in peace.

The tribute resonated with fans, eliciting emotional responses online.