Entertainment
What Many Doesn’t Know About Nkem Owoh (Osuofia)

What Many Doesn’t Know About Nkem Owoh (Osuofia)
What many people doesn’t Klnow about Nkem Owoh known as Osuofia. Known by many as Osuofia, was born on the 7th of February 1958, in Enugu State, Nigeria.
He is a foremost Nigerian Actor, Comedian and Singer.
After his primary and secondary school, Owoh headed straight to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta where he studied Engineering.
He began acting in various television and film productions during his university years.
In 1979, he embarked on his journey in the entertainment industry, starting as a writer at Nigerian Television Authority(NTA).
He further established his writing credentials by penning scripts for notable productions, such as : “The New Masquerade” (popular sitcom) and “Basi and Company” (sitcom created by late Ken Saro-Wiwa).
He ventured into the movie scene when he was contracted to handle the subtitling for the Igbo language movie “Living in Bondage” upon its completion.
In 1995, Owoh wrote and produced the iconic film “Ikuku,” where he portrayed the unforgettable character Osuofia(a drunk).
His portrayal of Osuofia in the movie earned him widespread recognition, transforming him into a beloved household name.
The character Osuofia was once again brought to life by Nkem Owoh in “Osuofia in London”
In November 2009, Owoh was kidnapped in eastern Nigeria. His kidnappers demanded a 15 million naira ransom. Owoh was released after his family members allegedly paid a ransom fee of 1.4 million naira.
Owoh and his wife, Ngozi Nkem Owoh, have been married since 1998. She hails from Amagu Village, Udi Town, Enugu State Nigeria.
Owoh prefers to keep the identity of his children away from the public. He has two daughters. He lost one of his two daughters in June 2023.
Mr. Owoh has starred in a plethora of movies, some of which include:
☞︎ Things Fall Apart
☞︎ Circle of Doom
☞︎ Rattlesnake
☞︎ Blood Vapor
☞︎ Crisis
☞︎ Conspiracy
☞︎ The Eliminators
☞︎ Ode-eshi
☞︎ Ukwa
☞︎ Osuofia
☞︎ Oga on Top
☞︎ Return of Ukpaka
☞︎ Ghana Must Go
☞︎ My American Husband
☞︎ Lionheart
☞︎ My Village People
☞︎ Battle on Buka Street
☞︎ Chief Daddy
☞︎ Foreigner’s God
☞︎ The Bride Price
☞︎ Dead Serious
☞︎ Enemy of Peace
☞︎ White Child

Nkem Owoh
His songs include:
☞︎ Osuofia in London
☞︎ The Master
☞︎ Obara’m
☞︎ I Go Chop Your Dollar
☞︎ Agreement
☞︎ My People.
If you think that you know well add your own.
Education
NAWOJ: Women Journalists Advocate Continuous Learning For GrowthS

NAWOJ: Women Journalists Advocate Continuous Learning For GrowthS
NAWOJ: Women journalists advocate continuous learning for growthS. Ms Kadiri said that the foundation aimed to prevent workplace medical emergencies caused by high BP.
Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Lagos Chapter, Adeola Ekine, has said that continuous learning drives growth in journalism.
Ms Ekine stated this in Lagos on Thursday during the commemoration of International Women’s Day.
The IWD 2025 theme is ‘Accelerate Action’, while NAWOJ’s symposium topic was titled ‘Young Women in Journalism: Mentorship, Growth and Breaking the Glass Ceiling.’
According to Ms Ekine, young women must embrace opportunities for self-improvement through training programmes, digital media literacy, investigative journalism, and ethical reporting.
She emphasised that as the media landscape evolves, journalists must stay ahead, ensuring their voices and narratives remain relevant, credible, and impactful.
Ms Ekine added that breaking the glass ceiling requires audacity, resilience, and collective effort.
She urged women to pursue leadership positions, join editorial boards, and take decision-making roles in media organisations.
Director of News at Lagos Television, Abimbola Bello, questioned what actions women should accelerate under the IWD 2025’s theme.
Ms Bello stated that women must accelerate action in various areas and across different initiatives.
She noted that the symposium encouraged women journalists to assess their roles, goals, and priorities.
She said this was a time for women to reflect not only on their jobs but also on nation-building and issues affecting women.
Consultant at J.K.A. Aggey Foundation, Oluseyi Kadiri, said the foundation supports women, girls, and the less privileged.
Ms Kadiri stated that the foundation partnered with NAWOJ to provide medical services for symposium participants.
She said, “We are checking blood pressure (BP) and sugar levels because health is crucial. Women in journalism should know their BP and sugar levels to avoid being overworked without realising the risks.’’

NAWOJ
Ms Kadiri explained that the foundation aimed to prevent workplace medical emergencies caused by high BP.
She encouraged women journalists to celebrate their achievements and contributions to the media industry.
She advised women to check their BP at least twice a month.
Health Education Officer at Local Action Committee on AIDS (LACA), Ikeja LGA, Rashidat Sanni-Afolabi, urged women journalists to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS.
Ms Sanni-Afolabi said educating women on HIV/AIDS during pregnancy could help prevent mother-to-child transmission.
She noted that while people often dislike taking medication, proper sensitisation and education could improve adherence.
She called on women journalists to prioritise HIV/AIDS stories and increase awareness levels.
Economy
Railway Corporation (NRC) Celebrates Women In Rail On International Women’s Day

Railway Corporation (NRC) Celebrates Women In Rail On International Women’s Day
Railway Corporation (NRC) celebrates women in rail on International Women’s Day. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has congratulated Women in Rail (WIR) on this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD).
The NRC Managing Director, Dr Kayode Opeifa, extended his congratulations in a statement on Saturday in Lagos. The statement was signed by the Deputy Director of Public Relations, Mahmood Yakub.
Mr Opeifa praised the women for their zeal and passion for the nation’s critical transport sector. He assured them that his administration would continue celebrating their contributions to railway development.
He said, “We celebrate the women who have chosen a career in this vital sector, whether as janitors, administrative staff, or engineers, for their passion and dedication to the industry’s growth.
On this International Women’s Day, we honour all women in Nigeria, particularly those in the railway system, for their unwavering commitment to developing the industry.’’

Railway Corporation
The NRC boss reaffirmed the corporation’s dedication to workers’ welfare, especially women. He promised that every effort would be made to support their progress and advancement.
He encouraged women in the sector to remain committed to their roles and strive for the continued growth of the railway industry.
Mr Opeifa pledged that the NRC would keep working towards the overall development and empowerment of women in the railway sector.
Entertainment
Senegal Defeats Nigeria 4-1, Emerges Champions Of 13th ECOWAS African Wrestling Tourney

Senegal Defeats Nigeria 4-1, Emerges Champions Of 13th ECOWAS African Wrestling Tourney
Senegal defeats Nigeria 4-1, emerges champions of 13th ECOWAS African wrestling tourney. The three-day wrestling fiesta held at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola Stadium was part of activities celebrating ECOWAS’ 50th anniversary.
Senegal defeated hosts Nigeria 4-1 in a pulsating team final to win the 13th ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament in Abuja on Saturday evening.
The three-day wrestling fiesta held at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola Stadium was part of activities to celebrate ECOWAS’ 50th anniversary.
The highly explosive tournament had 11 participating West African nations in attendance as traditional wrestlers battled for regional supremacy.
At the end of the tournament, Senegal clinched gold in the team event, with hosts Nigeria settling for silver, while Benin overpowered Guinea to pick bronze.
Defending champion Niger and Burkina Faso were absent from the tournament due to their recent exit from ECOWAS.
Nigeria started strong in the highly entertaining final but struggled against Senegal’s more experienced wrestlers.
The Senegalese secured victories in the 66kg, 86kg, 100kg, and 120kg weight categories, while Nigeria managed a single win in the 76kg division.
Meanwhile, Benin dominated Guinea across all weight categories in the third-place match, showcasing their depth and determination.
While Senegal claimed the overall team title, Nigerian wrestlers made their mark in individual categories.
Ebipatei Lienbofa secured gold in the 66kg division with a victory over Senegal’s Safietou Goudiaby, while Ebi Bigos thrilled the home crowd with a hard-fought win over Côte d’Ivoire’s Youin Amy in the 76kg final.
The biggest moment came in the 120kg final, where Senegal’s Ngagne Sene overpowered Guinea’s Gino Nitehala to cap off his country’s triumph.

Senegal
The final was graced by the chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, and other top sports officials from the sub-region.
The ECOWAS Conference of Ministers of Youth and Sports had, in September 2000, officially adopted African wrestling as an ECOWAS sport.
It aims to popularise the sport for regional integration and Olympic Games status.
African wrestling, a traditional style of West African folk wrestling, is known as Laamb in Senegal, Boreh in The Gambia, and Kokowa in Nigeria and Niger.
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