Veteran Nollywood actor, Nkem Owoh, popularly addressed as Osuofia, marked his 70th birthday on Friday,7 February, 2025 b taking to social media to express gratitude for the milestone.
Owoh, posting on his Instagram page (@osuofia_nkemowoh), wrote: “Chi efogo, and it is my 70th birthday. What else can I say? To God be all the glory. Special thanks to you all for being part of this journey. I love you all.”
Several Nollywood stars and entertainment figures flooded the comment section with well wishes:
Uche Elendu: “Happy birthday, my John Bull… 70 looks amazing on you, uncle.”
Susan Peters: “Happy birthday.”
Shan George: “Happy birthday, uncle Nkem. May your days be long and your bones be strong. More grace, sir.”
Freddie Leonard: “Happy birthday, Icon Living.”
Brighto (BBNaija): “Happy birthday to you, sir. Congratulations for coming this far.”
A legacy in Nollywood
Born on February 7, 1955, Nkem Owoh has had a distinguished career as an actor, comedian, and singer.
He won the Africa Movie Academy Award (AMAA) for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 2008 for his performance in Stronger than Pain.
In 2017, he was honored with the AMAA Lifetime Achievement Award, further cementing his legacy in the Nollywood industry.