Theatre legend and centenarian actor Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, famously known as Charles Olumo or Agbako, has passed away at the age of 101.
Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr. Latin and the President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), shared the sad news on Instagram on Thursday.
In his tribute, Amusan 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.”
Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko also paid his respects, posting, “Good night ooo, Baba Charles. a.k.a Agbako, 101 years, ba wasa ba. RIP.”
Charles Olumo, a celebrated figure in Nollywood, marked his 101st birthday earlier this year, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that spanned decades in the film industry.
