December 09, (THEWILL) – Veteran Nollywood actors, Jide Kosoko, Adebayo Salami, and Patience Ozokwo have been bestowed with honorary doctorates in Theatre Arts and Media Production by Achievers Networks United Kingdom Academy, marking a monumental celebration of their illustrious careers and contributions to the entertainment industry.
The grand conferment ceremony took place last weekend at the Aderinokun Lecture Theatre, University of Lagos, Akoka, drawing a constellation of notable actors, dignitaries, and admirers who gathered to honor these trailblazers.
The event was graced by an array of esteemed guests, including Laide Bakare, Yinka Quadri, Yemi Solade, Femi Adebayo, Shola Kosoko, and Bidemi Kosoko, whose presence further amplified the occasion’s significance.
Achievers Networks UK Academy emphasized that the honorary doctorate is reserved for individuals who have reshaped their fields through remarkable achievements and societal impact. Kosoko, Salami, and Ozokwo were lauded for their enduring legacy, having shaped the Nollywood industry into the powerhouse it is today through their unforgettable roles, mentoring of young talents, and commitment to promoting African culture.
In addition to these Nollywood movie icons, other distinguished personalities, including Kehinde Oluwafunmilayo, Olukilede Joseph, Ogundepo Abdullahi, Jackie Kassim, and Mohammed Lawal, were also celebrated for their contributions across various sectors.
Ivory Ukonu is a versatile journalist with many years of experience, with entertainment and society reporting as her area of core competence.
