Tinubu honors Nollywood’s 70-year-old Nkem Owoh
President Bola Tinubu, GCFR, wishes Mr. Nkem Owoh, MON, a legendary Nollywood actor, comedian, singer, and screenwriter, a very happy 70th birthday today.
Owoh’s influence on Nigeria’s entertainment sector and his reputation as one of its most adored personalities are celebrated by President Bola Tinubu.
Nkem Owoh has been captivating audiences with his humor and dexterity for decades. He is popularly known by fans as “Osuofia,” a moniker immortalized by his legendary part in the popular comedy shows Ikuku 1 and 2 and Osuofia in London.
He has won multiple awards as a pioneer in Nollywood and TV drama, including the Africa Movie Academy Award (AMAA) for Best Actor in a Leading Role for the 2008 film Stronger Than Pain, solidifying his place as a major player in Nollywood’s heyday.
President Bola Tinubu praises Owoh’s commitment to storytelling, which has delighted millions of people and brought Nigeria’s rich cultural legacy to the attention of the globe.
We honor a real legend today whose gift has delighted generations of Nigerians and Africans beyond. Mr. Owoh has left his mark on our cultural heritage with his legendary roles, especially as Osuofia. He reflected the vitality and resiliency of our civilization via humor and inventiveness.
Through storytelling and laughter, his work has brought communities together and provided entertainment. I hope the years ahead bring him more health, joy, and creative fulfillment.
“On behalf of the Nigerian government and people, I extend my warmest wishes on Mr. Nkem Owoh’s 70th birthday. The President continues, “May his contagious personality continue to inspire the younger generation of entertainers, who already enjoy producing “content” on social media.”
