Ms Silva stated, “If we can breathe life into Tinapa again, we can revive the heartbeat of Nollywood in the South-South region.”
The actor announced the film’s removal from YouTube on social media, saying it was due to an inappropriate scene.
Ms Akpotha described Jacobs as a living legend.
Sylva said they had questioned Jacobs’ behaviour at the early stage of the ailment until his condition deteriorated.
Distancing herself from the campaign team, the actress said she was “not aware” of how her name made it to the list.
“What we do not welcome are insults, abuse or any form of trolling towards myself and members of my team,” she said.
The role interpreter also said her adoption was done legally through the Red Cross.
