Joke Silva Appreciates Nigerians Over Support Following Passing Of Olu Jacobs

Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva has expressed her deepest gratitude to Nigerians for their overwhelming support following the passing of her beloved husband, legendary actor Olu Jacobs.

In a post shared on her Instagram page on Saturday, she reflected on the 40-day period since his demise and thanked the public for standing by her family.

Silva stated that the prayers, kind words, presence, calls, messages, and generous contributions towards his funeral meant more to them than words could express.

She noted that every gesture of love brought them comfort and reminded them that they were surrounded by people who genuinely cared. She thanked everyone for honoring his life, celebrating his legacy, and standing with the family as they said their final farewell to a beloved husband, father, grandfather, colleague, and friend.

The actress assured that they do not take the public's love and generosity for granted, adding that they are truly humbled. She prayed that God would bless everyone abundantly, replenish all they have given, and continue to strengthen the family.

She wrote:
"Dear Instafam, The 40 days have come and gone, and as we reflect on this period, my family and I would like to express our deepest and most heartfelt gratitude to you all for standing by us following the passing of my beloved husband, Pa Olu Jacobs."

"Your prayers, kind words, presence, calls, messages, thoughtful gifts, and generous contributions towards his funeral have meant more to us than words can adequately express. Every gesture of love, kindness and support brought us comfort and reminded us that we were surrounded by people who genuinely cared."

"Thank you for honouring his life, celebrating his legacy, and standing with our family as we said our final farewell to a beloved husband, father, grandfather, colleague and friend."

"We do not take your love and generosity for granted. We are truly humbled and deeply grateful. May God bless you and your families abundantly, replenish all that you have given, and continue to strengthen us all. With heartfelt appreciation and love, Ajoke Silva (MFR) For and on behalf of the Jacobs Family.."

The Nigerian Voice recalls that Olu Jacobs, widely regarded as one of the godfathers of Nollywood, died at the age of 84.

His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced the sad news on Instagram on Wednesday, September 16, stating that the family announced his passing with gratitude to God for a life well lived and fought