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Artistes, fans celebrate Olu Jacobs ahead of 80th birthday (with photos)
Legendary Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs, has received a lot of goodwill messages from colleagues in the entertainment industry and fans across the country ahead of his 80th birthday celebrations.
Olu Jacobs took to his social media page to share a new photo of himself ahead of his birthday.
The veteran movie star will turn 80 on Monday, July 11, and shared a poster photo to toast to his new age.
Olu Jacobs’ wife, Joke Silva, shared an epic throwback of the legendary actor with a cheery caption anticipating his 80th birthday.
She wrote: “Who has the foggiest idea who this handsome young man is…#80th Birthday loading….”
Femi Adebayo wrote, “I celebrate a living legend of arts and entertainment on his 80th birthday.
“Pa Olu Jacobs is a leading light for many of us thriving in the trade of creativity; it is our prayers that God continues to bless your household exceedingly.”
Also, veteran actor, Jide Kosoko, said, “Happy birthday sir, Olu Jacobs.”
Actor Uzee Uzman wrote, “Old age is a blessing; grey hair is a rare privilege only few get to enjoy.
“Happy birthday to one of Nollywood finest, a living legend, and an award winning actor, Daddy Olu Jacobs. May God continue to bless you with good health and wellness. I celebrate you Daddy.”
Saheed Balogun said, “Happy birthday to our greatest legend, Daddy Olu Jacobs, we are really proud of you Daddy.”
Actor Mustapha Sholagbade in his congratulatory message, wrote, “Happy 80th birthday sir, may God be pleased with your new age sir. I wish you more strength, happiness and everlasting joy. Amen.”
Other Nigerians also took to the social media to celebrate the Nollywood star who made their childhood memorable with the gallant roles he played in movies, with some already wishing him a happy birthday.
@AmekoEtim wrote, “A toast to a legendary nollywood actor, #OluJacobs. Happy Birthday.
“I enjoyed seeing the movies you’ve featured. You’re always classic. 80 years is grace. God is awesome.”
@phillip_george wrote, “Celebrating Pa Olu Jacobs at 80 years! Happy birthday baba. #Respects.”
@owosenisamuel wrote, “Happy birthday to one of the Nollywood legends, Olu Jacobs. Wishing you the best in good health and wealth. Happy birthday in advance to the living legend!!”
Recall that his wife, Joke Silva, recently opened up on his health condition.
Speaking in a recent interview with Chude Jidonwo, the award-winning thespian disclosed that Olu Jacobs has dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB).
According to her, it’s been going on for a couple of years but this is the first time she’s speaking about it publicly.
NAN reports that Oludotun Jacobs, known professionally as Olu Jacobs, was born July 11 1942. He is a Nigerian actor and film executive, who has starred in several British television series and international films.
Jacobs has been hailed by many as one of the greatest and most widely respected African actors of his generation.
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Polygamy best form of marriage for Africa – Okey Bakassi
Polygamy best form of marriage for Africa – Okey Bakassi
Nigerian comedian and actor, Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi, has expressed his belief that polygamy is the most suitable form of marriage for Africa.
In his view, monogamy is failing, with many individuals only pretending to be content in such unions.
Bakassi shared his perspective during an appearance on the Honest Bunch Podcast.
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He said, “Forget all the lip services that we pay to polygamy here. I still think that polygamy is the best form of marriage for Africa. Monogamy is not working.
“We are pretending. Now, what’s the difference between polygamy and monogamy? Polygamy says you can marry two people at the same time. Monogamy says you cannot marry them at the same time, you have to let one go. What if you don’t want to let one go?”
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Siblings Kunle, Aremu Afolayan reconcile, end age-long feud at mother’s wake-keep
Siblings Kunle, Aremu Afolayan reconcile, end age-long feud at mother’s wake-keep
Renowned Nigerian filmmaker Kunle Afolayan and his younger brother, Aremu Afolayan, have officially reconciled after years of public and private discord.
The brothers, both sons of the late Nigerian film legend Ade Love, ended their long-standing feud during the wake-keep ceremony of their late mother in Oyo State on Friday, November 22, 2024.
The rift between the two gained widespread attention in 2018 when Aremu alleged in an interview that their father lived in poverty despite his fame.
Kunle reacted sharply to the comments, labeling Aremu “stupid” during the public exchange, which deepened the divide between them.
However, the emotional gathering for their mother became a turning point. Kunle, addressing attendees, referred to himself as a father figure to Aremu due to their 10-year age gap.
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“One thing I want to tell all Aremu’s friends is that I am not his brother but his father,” Kunle said. “I trained him, and I’m 10 years older than him. But love conquers all.”
Aremu, in turn, apologized to Kunle, acknowledging his mistakes and expressing gratitude for their late mother’s prayers and efforts to reconcile them.
“My greatest joy today is that my mother made us talk,” Aremu said. “I’m sorry for putting brother Kunle through the Instagram backlash. It’s because I love you.”
Siblings Kunle, Aremu Afolayan reconcile, end age-long feud at mother’s wake-keep
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Why marriage is a scam – Actress Abimbola Craig
Why marriage is a scam – Actress Abimbola Craig
Nigerian actress and film producer, Abimbola Craig has revealed why she is not married at 38.
In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, the media personality, Craig said she believes “marriage is a scam”.
The actress critiqued traditional marital roles where women are often burdened with home management and catering to their partners, referring to the title “Mrs” as shorthand for “Master’s in Residential Servicing”.
She also clarified that her decision to remain single is not because she opposes marriage but because she values a partner with self-awareness or purpose.
“All marriage is a scam. When I was small, my mum always told me marriage is an institution. She said when they call you ‘Mrs,’ it stands for ‘Master’s in Residential Servicing’,” she said.
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“I am not married, not because I do not want to be married, but if you are a man who does not know who he is, you cannot be with me.”
Craig is best known for her role as Tiwalade in the hit web series ‘Skinny Girl in Transit’. She has also made her mark as a producer, co-producing the 2019 box office hit ‘Sugar Rush’ alongside Jade Osiberu.
Earlier this year, she opened up about a near-death experience following brain surgery in 2014.
Craig recounted battling severe complications, including nausea, insomnia, and weight loss, which left her fearing for her life.
Why marriage is a scam – Actress Abimbola Craig
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