Veteran actor, Charles ‘Agbako’ Olumo dies at 101

Veteran Nollywood actor, Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, also known as Charles Olumo and Agbako, is dead.

The movie star died at the ripe age of 101.

Agbako’s death was publicised by the president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin.

In an Instagram post on Thursday, Mr Latin wrote, “#tampanglobal announces the passing of Pa Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, fondly known as AGBAKO. 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 as he wrote: “Good night ooo, Baba Charles. a.k.a Agbako, 101 years, ba wasa ba. R I P.”