Julius OkoriePatience Ozokwor Honorary Doctorate Degree has been described as an award well deserved.
Netizens and fans of the Nollywood and entertainment industry who made the submission, noted that the Veteran actress who has remained in the front burner of the entertainment industry for 25 years and still counting has contributed in no small measure to the growth of the industry on one hand and the well-being of entertainment lovers in the country on the other.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelThe 66-year-old Veteran actress who doubles as an Evangelist, was on Saturday honoured with a Doctorate Degree in Theatre and Media Arts by Achievers Networks Academy, UK. The event which took place at the Aderinokun Lecture Theatre, University of Lagos, Akoka, over the weekend saw the mother of four looking radiant and stepping out in style to receive her award to the admiration of all present.
Ozokwor step out in style looking radiant to collect her award to the appreciation of all present.
Popularly called Mama G, G for General, Ozokwor who started as a broadcaster with Radio Nigeria before venturing into acting has featured in over 100 movies.
Her interpretation of roles and ability to submerge herself into the character being played has remained her unique selling point that endeared her to Nollywood fans over the years.
Some movies in which her well delivered role tickled the fans of many include, Husband my foot, Battle of Buka Street, Mother-In-Law and Bigger Fish to mention just a few.
Some social media users bared their minds on her achievement
Inspire You @hashbanger_ said on a lighter mood “Now, she’s a certified mama G 😎. Tee y @AnthonyNnaman10 said “Long overdue. Not giving politicians”
Primebusiness.africa noted that fellow veterans Adebayo Salami and Jide Kosoko were also honoured at the occasion.
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Recall that Patience Ozokwor recently called on entertainment practitioners in the country to resist the temptation to live above their means to avoid stories that touch.
She noted that most actress seek help from the public when sick because of the expensive lifestyles and demand of the industry which makes it difficult for them to save.
“Because of the nature of our job, we are heavy-spenders. The clothes you wear matters to the world. We call it packaging. The worst is that you can’t even repeat your expensive clothes. These are the things that make us spend a lot of money. And then people pounce on you, they feel you’ve a lot of money because they see your face everywhere “she said recently.
Julius Okorie is Chief Sports and Entertainment Correspondent for Prime Business Africa. He began his journalism career with the Champion Newspaper and Sporting Champion and later moved on to Daily Independent and the Nation Newspapers. Okorie joined Prime Business Africa in 2024 bringing on board 20 years of experience in writing investigative news on Sports and Entertainment. His well researched and highly informative articles on Sports Business and general entertainment are followed by a wide range of audience.
