Nollywood actress Joke Silva has written a heartfelt note following husband , Olu Jacobs’ 84th birthday celebration.
Kemi Filani reported on July 12th that the veteran had turned 84 and Joke had celebrated him with a sweet note. She described him as the Lion of Lufodo and expressed gratitude for his new age.
She appreciated everyone who showered him with love on his birthday. According to her, their messages, prayers, and celebration of his life truly warmed their hearts.
Joke expressed gratitude for each and every one of them.
“Thank you to everyone who showered Sir J—the Lion of Lufodo with love on his 84th birthday. Your messages, prayers, and celebration of his life truly warmed our hearts. We’re so grateful for each and every one of you.
(Enjoy this throwback from way back when).
With love,
The Jacobs Family”.

Last year, the veteran reflected on her love story with Jacobs, thanking God for all the joy, laughter, tears, and sorrow and for guiding her husband through each day. Revealing her desire for him, she asked for peace in these twilight years and rained prayers on him.
A week before his birthday in 2024, one Oba K Solo alleged that the veteran had passed away. The actor’s family had debunked the news with a video of the veteran getting a haircut from someone, and it was clear that he was hale and hearty.
Marking his birthday, Joke shared a video collage that featured Olu Jacobs at different points in his prime. At the end, there was a clip of the veteran actor hanging out in a lounge.
In another post, she penned an appreciation post, revealing that she had received 4,000 messages. She pondered how she could thank the public, and to show her appreciation, she rained prayers on them.
Recall that in 2021, Olu Jacobs’ wife, Joke Silva opened up on the health condition of the actor, revealing that he is battling dementia.
In 2023, Joke had opened up on the impact of his Illness on their marriage, admitting that it has put a strain on their marriage, as her husband is no longer there for her, but the man that is with her is someone she loves.



