I Had My Reasons — Patience Ozokwor Breaks Silence On Missing Olu Jacobs’ Burial

Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor has explained why she was unable to attend the burial of veteran actor Olu Jacobs, who was laid to rest in Lagos on Friday, October 2, 2026.

Ozokwor, who is currently in Ghana, said she could not return to Nigeria for the funeral because of an existing contractual commitment.

According to a message shared by the veteran actress on Instagram, she was deeply saddened by her absence and had hoped to be present to pay her final respects to Jacobs.

She expressed regret over missing the opportunity to join the late actor’s family, friends and colleagues at the funeral, while offering her prayers and condolences to those who gathered to honour his life and legacy.

Ozokwor said, “It hurts my heart that I am not physically present in Nigeria today to pay my last respects to the great legend, Olu Jacobs.

“I would give anything to be there right now, but contractual obligations will not allow me to. My heart and thoughts are with you all.

“I pray everything goes peacefully and that his remarkable legacy lives on. Though I may not be there in person, please know that I am with you all in spirit.

“Rest well, great legend. Your legacy will forever remain. Go well, great legend. Ga nke Oma. Until we meet to part no more.”

Jacobs’ burial was attended by family members, friends, colleagues and several personalities from the Nigerian entertainment industry, who gathered to celebrate the life and career of the respected actor.