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Nollywood actress Joke Silva has expressed profound appreciation to Nigerians and members of the entertainment industry for the love and support shown to her family following the death and burial of her husband, veteran actor Olu Jacobs.
The actress conveyed her gratitude in an Instagram post on Saturday, October 31, 2026, as she reflected on the period following the loss of the celebrated actor.
Sharing a video featuring herself and her late husband, Joke Silva acknowledged the kindness shown by friends, colleagues, fans and well-wishers throughout the difficult period.
She explained that the support received from different quarters had provided comfort to the family as they navigated the loss and made preparations to give the veteran actor a befitting farewell.
According to her, the family was particularly grateful for the prayers, telephone calls, messages, personal visits and gifts they received.
She also acknowledged the financial contributions made towards the funeral arrangements, describing the gestures as expressions of genuine love and solidarity.
Joke Silva noted that the family would always remember the kindness extended to them, adding that the support demonstrated how much people valued Olu Jacobs and his contributions to the entertainment industry.
She also thanked those who celebrated the actor's life and honoured his legacy, describing him as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, colleague and friend.
The actress offered prayers for everyone who stood by the family, asking God to bless them and replenish whatever they had given during the period.
Olu Jacobs died on September 16, 2026, at the age of 84. His death was announced by his family through a statement shared by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, who described him as the 'Lion of Lufodo'.
The veteran actor was buried on October 2, following a series of activities organised in his honour.
A Night of Tributes was held at Glover Memorial Hall in Lagos on September 30, while his funeral service took place at This Present House, Freedom Way, Lekki Phase 1. Joke Silva and their sons, Olusoji and Olugbenga, were present to bid him a final farewell.
Olu Jacobs enjoyed an illustrious career spanning more than five decades, earning recognition for his performances in theatre, television and Nollywood productions.
Beyond his achievements on screen, he and Joke Silva built a longstanding partnership in the entertainment industry, co-founding the Lufodo Group and Lufodo Academy of Performing Arts.
His contributions to the arts were also recognised nationally when he received the Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) honour in 2011.
Joke Silva's message comes as tributes continue to celebrate the life, career and enduring legacy of one of Nigeria's most respected actors.
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