Pete Edochie Remembers Olu Jacobs in Emotional Tribute

In a resurfaced video from an interview with Seun Oloketuyi TV, Nollywood actor Pete Edochie emotionally recalled his last meeting with the late Olu Jacobs. The video, which gained traction online on September 19, 2026, featured Edochie discussing their deep bond, which originated from a childhood connection to the north.

He described a tradition that signified their closeness whenever they met. Edochie recounted their final encounter, where they met in the middle of the road after coming from different film locations.

He expressed that Jacobs' words reflected the grief felt by many colleagues who had passed away, prompting Edochie to pray for their continued presence. Additionally, Edochie addressed and refuted longstanding rumors that he had influenced Igbo producers against casting Jacobs in a role, affirming that their friendship had never encountered disagreements.