Joke Silva Offers a Fresh Update to Fans and Nigerians Regarding Olu Jacobs’ Health

Nollywood actress Joke Silva, wife of veteran actor Olu Jacobs, has been sharing updates on his health, addressing various aspects including his physical and mental well-being. She revealed that Olu Jacobs suffers from dementia with Lewy bodies, a condition distinct from Alzheimer’s disease.

This has necessitated specialized care as treatments for these conditions can be contradictory.

Silva emphasized the importance of geriatric care for individuals in their 70s and 80s, noting that geriatricians are specifically trained to handle the complexities of aging-related health issues.

Reflecting on their journey, she explained that understanding Olu’s condition has significantly improved his health. Physically, he remains robust and healthy, often surprising his family with his strength, even challenging his sons to arm-wrestling matches. However, he does experience occasional health issues that require hospital visits.

Silva also mentioned his vision impairment, which affects his mobility in unfamiliar surroundings, causing him to shuffle. Despite these challenges, she reassured that overall, Olu Jacobs is doing well.

In conversations with him, Silva highlighted the importance of meeting him where he is mentally, supporting his perspectives and gently guiding him through misunderstandings. She also mentioned his difficulty in maintaining body fat, despite eating well, which contributes to his frail appearance.

Through Silva’s updates, it’s clear that while Olu Jacobs faces health challenges associated with aging, he continues to be surrounded by loving support and remains resilient in spirit.