By Premium Times
Veteran actor Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, popularly known as “Agbako” and “Charles Olumo”, has died at the age of 101.
Punch newspaper reports that Bolaji Amusan, the president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria, announced his passing on Thursday.
He wrote: ”Good night father, 25/02/1923 to 31/10/2024, ” adding that burial arrangement details would be shared later.
Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko wrote: “Good night ooo, Baba Charles. a.k.a. Agbako, 101 years, ba wasa ba. R I P.”
Social media has been filled with tributes for the actor as fans and colleagues share memories of the iconic performer.
Actor Kunle Afod said: “Good night pa Charles Olumo (Baba Agbako), the oldest actor. 101 years, Sun re ooo, O dabo, O di Oju Ala.”
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele, wrote: “Awwwwwwww may his soul rest in peace. Wow. Oluwa tobi loba”, while filmmaker and movie distributor Kazim Adeoti wrote: “May his soul rest in peace. Orun ‘re o Baba.”
Agbako, born in 1923, was a beloved figure in the Yoruba film industry. He was known for his powerful portrayals of chiefs, warriors, and villains.
Starting his career in stage plays, he seamlessly transitioned to film as the industry evolved, becoming a key figure in Nollywood’s early days.
With memorable roles in classics such as Ogbori Elemosho and Atorunmo, Agbako’s performances captivated audiences for decades and earned him a place as a Yoruba film legend.
