President Bola Tinubu, has prolonged heat felicitations to the veteran Nollywood actor, comic, singer and scriptwriter, Nkem Owoh, as he marks his seventieth birthday.
President Tinubu celebrates Mr Owoh’s impression on Nigeria’s leisure business and his legacy as one in every of its most beloved figures.
Popularly adored by followers as “Osuofia”—a reputation immortalised by his iconic function within the blockbuster comedy collection Ikuku 1 and a pair of and Osuofia in London — Mr Owoh has captivated audiences for many years along with his wit and flexibility.
As a trailblazer in Nollywood and TV drama, he has garnered quite a few accolades, together with the Africa Film Academy Award (AMAA) for Greatest Actor in a Main Function in 2008 within the movie Stronger Than Ache, cementing his standing as a major pressure in Nollywood’s golden period.
President Tinubu counseled Mr Owoh’s dedication to storytelling, which has entertained tens of millions and showcased Nigeria’s wealthy cultural heritage to the world.
“At this time, we have fun a real legend whose expertise has introduced pleasure to generations of Nigerians and Africans throughout the globe. By way of his iconic roles, significantly as Osuofia, Mr Owoh has etched his title within the annals of our cultural historical past. He used laughter and creativity to replicate our society’s vibrancy and resilience.
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‘His work has entertained and united communities by means of laughter and storytelling. I want him continued well being, happiness, and inventive fulfilment within the years forward.
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“On behalf of the Authorities and folks of Nigeria, I want Mr Nkem Owoh a joyous seventieth birthday celebration. Could his infectious spirit proceed to encourage the youthful era of entertainers, who already love creating “content material” on social media.,” the president provides.
Bayo Onanuga
Particular Adviser to the President
(Info and Technique)
February 7, 2025
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