Mercy Aigbe Hails Sola Sobowale as ‘Icon, Powerhouse and True Inspiration’
Nollywood star Mercy Aigbe poured encomiums on veteran actress Sola Sobowale in a recent throwback post. She shared a clip from their first collaboration on the film Ohun Oko Somida and called Sobowale “an icon, a powerhouse and a true inspiration.” Aigbe reflected on breaking into the industry and thanked her senior colleague for trusting her with that early role. She also recalled an encounter with a female producer who tried to limit her opportunities, underscoring how every challenge has shaped her journey. Earlier this month, the actress celebrated 20 years in Nollywood, posting a video of her breakout performance and writing a heartfelt note to fans for their loyalty and support through two decades. Last year, she won the AMVCA award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Farmer’s Bride and expressed gratitude for remaining relevant and earning nominations after so many years.
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