Celebrated Yoruba actor and centenarian Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, widely known by his stage name Charles Olumo, or ‘Agbako,’ has passed away at the age of 101.
His remarkable legacy spans decades in the Nigerian film industry, particularly in Yoruba cinema, where he gained a strong following and left an enduring impact.
The President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Bolaji Amusan—known in the industry as Mr Latin—announced Sanyaolu’s passing on Instagram on Thursday.
Sharing the news with a heartfelt message, 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.”
Jide Kosoko, a fellow veteran actor, also expressed his condolences, saying, “Good night ooo, Baba Charles. a.k.a Agbako, 101 years, ba wasa ba. R I P.”
