The Federal Government has mourned the death of veteran Nollywood actor and cultural icon, Olu Jacobs, describing his passing as a monumental loss to Nigeria's creative industry. Jacobs died on Wednesday at the age of 84. The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, expressed the government's condolences in a statement issued by the ministry. Musawa described the late actor as a national institution whose career helped shape Nigeria's entertainment industry and promote the country's stories on the global stage. She said Jacobs' contributions extended beyond acting, noting his role in mentoring and developing talents.
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