Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs

 

The funeral service for late actor Olu Jacobs took place in Lagos on Friday, October 2.

The funeral service which was held at This Present House Church, Lekki, Lagos and had in attendance his beloved wife of 40 years, Joke Silva, their sons, grandchildren, family members, friends, and well-wishers.

Among those who paid tribute was Darey Art Alade, who performed his hit song Pray For Me, featuring Olu Jacobs and his wife, veteran actress Joke Silva.

The Deputy Governor of Lagos state, Obafemi Hamzat, first lady, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu and others was also in attendance.

The actor’s son, Olugbenga Jacobs, presented his father’s biography during the funeral proceedings.

The funeral came after a Night of Tributes was held in honor of the iconic actor at Glover Memorial Hall, Lagos Island, on Wednesday, September 30.

Jacobs died on September 16, 2026, at the age of 84.

 

May his soul rest in peace, Amen.

 

Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs
Photos from funeral of veteran actor, Olu Jacobs

 

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