Veteran actor Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, widely known as Charles Olumo and Agbako, has passed away.
The news was announced in a statement by Bolaji Amusan, also known as Mr. Latin, the president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), on Instagram on Thursday.
He 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.”
In tribute, Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko also confirmed Agbako’s passing, writing, “Good night ooo, Baba Charles. a.k.a Agbako, 101 years, ba wasa ba. R I P.”
Agbako celebrated his 101st birthday earlier this year.