Africa Magic Showcase will air a documentary celebrating the life and career of veteran actor, Sir Olu Jacobs, following his death on September 16, 2026. Titled Doyen of Nollywood: Celebrating Olu Jacobs, the documentary is a tribute to one of Nigeria’s most respected actors and enduring figures in the creative industry.
Directed by filmmaker Femi Odugbemi and produced by Zuri 24 Media, the documentary explores Jacobs’ life and career across theatre, television and film, while reflecting on the impact he made on Nigeria’s entertainment industry over several decades.
The late Olu Jacobs was widely regarded as one of the most influential actors of his generation. His career, which spanned several decades, saw him take on roles across stage and screen, earning recognition for his versatility, depth, and commitment to the craft.
Beyond his performances, he played a significant role in shaping the Nigerian acting industry and inspiring a new generation of actors.
Doyen of Nollywood brings together some of the people who knew and worked with Jacobs, offering personal reflections on his career and the mark he left on the industry.
The documentary features contributions from notable actors and industry figures, including Joke Silva, Afolabi Adesanya, Taiwo Ajai-Lycett, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Patience Ozokwor, Kate Henshaw and Jahman Anikulapo.
Through their stories and recollections, the documentary offers viewers an opportunity to remember Jacobs not only for the memorable characters he portrayed, but also for the discipline, professionalism and influence that defined his career.
The documentary will premiere on Africa Magic Showcase on Friday, 25 September at 6:35 pm. It will be rebroadcast on Saturday, 26 September at 10:30 pm; Monday, 28 September at 4:30 pm; and Wednesday, 30 September at 2:35 pm.
It will also air across other Africa Magic channels, including Africa Magic Epic, on Sunday, 27 September at 10:05 pm; Monday, 28 September at 6:30 pm; Tuesday, 29 September at 1:55 pm; and Wednesday, 30 September at 4:20 pm. On Africa Magic Family on Saturday, 26 September at 7:30 pm, with repeat broadcasts on Sunday, 27 September at 5:00 pm and Tuesday, 29 September at 1:00 pm.
The special broadcasts will give audiences across Africa Magic an opportunity to revisit the career of one of Nollywood’s most celebrated veterans and remember his contribution to Nigerian theatre, television and film.