Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has taken to social media to shower praise on his legendary father, Pete Edochie, as he marks his 78th birthday.
In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Yul described his father as one of Nigeria’s greatest icons and the biggest name in Nollywood.
Yul’s tribute was filled with admiration and affection, as he referred to his father as a “great man, legend, good man, and wonderful father.”
He wished Pete Edochie more beautiful and blessed years, praying that God continues to guide and protect him.
He shared: “The Lion of Africa.
One of Nigeria’s greatest icons.
The biggest name in Nollywood.
A great man.
A Legend.
A good man.
A wonderful father.
Happy 78th birthday Dad.
@peteedochie
Ebubedike!
Wishing you many more beautiful and blessed years.
May God lead you always.
Ezigbo mmadu.
My man for life.
Love you forever Dad”.
Yul’s wife, Judy Austin, also joined in the celebration, taking to her Instagram page to pay tribute to her father-in-law. She described Pete Edochie as the “Lion of Africa,” one of the biggest names in Africa, and a living legend.
Judy’s post was filled with love and appreciation, as she prayed for God’s blessings on Pete Edochie’s life. She wished him long life, good health, unconditional love, peace, happiness, and everything good in life.
She wrote: “Happy Fabulous Birthday to the Lion of Africa @peteedochie
One of the Biggest Names in Africa!!!
A Living Legend
May the Almighty Father Continue to bless you with a long life, good health, unconditional love, peace, happiness, and everything good in this life. Amen.
You’re Loved, Daddy.
Keep living for us Amen”.