BREAKING: Centenarian and popular Yoruba actor Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, known as Charles Olumo or ‘Agbako,’ has died at 101.

The President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Bolaji Amusan, also known as Mr. Latin, announced the veteran actor's death on Instagram on Thursday. He wrote, “#tampanglobal announces the passing of Pa Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, fondly known as Agbako. Information about burial arrangements will be provided at a later date. Good night, Father. 25/02/1923 to 31/10/2024.”

 

Another veteran actor, Jide Kosoko, confirmed Agbako’s demise, writing, “Good night to Baba Charles a.k.a. Agbako, 101 years, ba wasa ba. Rest in peace.”