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Ace actor Charles ‘Agbako’ Olumo dies at 101
Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, the ace Nigerian actor popularly known as Charles Olumo and Baba Agbako, has passed away.
Agbako died on October 31, 2024, at the remarkable age of 101.
Bolaji ‘Mr Latin’ Amusan, president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), announced the actor’s demise via Instagram.
“#tampanglobal announces the passing of Pa Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, fondly known as AGBAKO,” he wrote.
“Details of the burial arrangements will be shared at a later time. Good night father, 25/02/1923 to 31/10/2024.”
Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko also confirmed Agbako’s demise, paying tribute on social media: “Good night, Baba Charles, a.k.a Agbako. (……) wasa ba. R I P.”
Agbako, who celebrated his 100th birthday last year, was famous especially in the Yoruba film industry, with a career that spans over four decades.
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