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  • Why I worked at a mortuary, dressed many dead bodies – Patience Ozokwor

    Why I worked at a mortuary, dressed many dead bodies – Patience Ozokwor

    Patience Ozokwor, a veteran Nigerian actress Patience Ozokwor, fondly known as Mama G, has opened up about her earlier struggles doing all sort of menial jobs before stardom.

    The 66-year-old actress shared the sacrifices she made to support her family before her breakthrough while speaking at the pre-premiere dinner of Funke Akindele’s highly anticipated movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa.

    “Funke Akindele is a very strong woman. I love strong women. I am a strong woman. I went through thick and thin to become who I am today. I used to go to the mortuary to dress dead bodies so my children could go to school and eat. I did a lot of things to make my family what they are today,” the veteran actress said.

    Reflecting on how her hardwork has over the years been recognized and appreciated, she said, “In my own place, they appreciate me a lot because they saw me through all these things.”

    Drawing parallels between herself and Funke, she expressed admiration for the filmmaker’s determination. “When I see Funke, I look at myself. She’s a replica of who I am,” Mama G added. 

  • I’m downcast, hurt by Onwenu’s death – Patience Ozokwor

    I’m downcast, hurt by Onwenu’s death – Patience Ozokwor

    Veteran Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwor, says she is downcast and hurt by the news of the death of music icon, Onyeka Onwenu.

    Onwenu reportedly collapsed after performing at the 80th birthday party of Stella Okolie, Chief Executive Officer of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, on Tuesday in Lagos.

    She was said to have been rushed to Reddington Hospital, where she reportedly passed away.

    Reacting to Onwenu’s death to NAN on Wednesday in Enugu, Ozokwor described it as painful and hurting.

    “Onyeka is not just a colleague but a friend. I am downcast now and hurting because of her death and for the fact that she was not sick.

    “How can everyone be dying like that, what is causing so much death? Everyone is stressed up in this country,” she said.

    Onwenu was born in 1952.

    She began her music career in the 1980s and released her debut album, “For the Love of You,” in 1981.

    She has since released numerous albums and singles, including the hit song, “One Love”.

    Onwenu has also acted in several Nollywood films and won numerous awards for her contributions to music and film.

    In addition to her entertainment career, Onwenu has also been involved in politics.

    She was appointed as the Chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture in 2013 and later became the Director-General of the National Centre for Women Development in 2016.

    She was awarded the National Honours of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) in 2011.

  • How I almost lost my daughter – Patience Ozokwor

    How I almost lost my daughter – Patience Ozokwor

    Renowned actress, Patience Ozokwo, popularly known as Mama G, has recounted how she almost lost her daughter, Chioma Nnenna Lameya Ozokwor at the age of 9.

    Celebrating Chioma, who turns a year older on Sunday, Mama G narrated how she almost lost her daughter to the cold arms of death.

    Sharing a video on her Instagram page that encapsulated cherished moments with her daughter, Patience Ozokwor reflected on a challenging time when her daughter, at the age of 9, faced a life-threatening situation.

    She recounted the miraculous revival that occurred through God’s mercy, sharing the story of spending three months in the hospital while fervently praying for a miracle.

    In marking her daughter’s birthday, Patience extended prayers and sincere blessings, expressing gratitude for the precious gift of her daughter’s life.

    “Happy birthday to you, my precious daughter. This day always comes with beautiful memories of God’s blessings to us as a family. We almost lost you when you were 9, but mercy said no.

    “I remember spending 3 months with you in the hospital and praying hard for a miracle that God graciously granted. I celebrate the greatness you are. Of course, a Lioness has to birth a Lioness.

    “You bring me so much joy, my darling daughter, and I can confidently say that I have a best friend in YOU. You will always have my blessings, my girl.

    “The womb that birthed you rejoices at your greatestness. We celebrate you today and always,” Patience Ozokwor wrote.

  • You don’t need to relocate to Abuja or Lagos to become a star, Patience Ozokwor tells colleagues

    You don’t need to relocate to Abuja or Lagos to become a star, Patience Ozokwor tells colleagues

    Veteran Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokor, a.k.a Mama G, has told her colleagues that they do not need to relocate to Abuja or Lagos to become a star in the movie industry.

    Ozokwor stated this during a candle procession night in honour of the late Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and founder, Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), Madam Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, on Tuesday night in Enugu.

    The movie star noted that many actors and actresses started their career in Enugu but relocated to Abuja and Lagos moment they became stars and forgot their roots.

    “But for me, I said I am going to stay in Enugu, inside village and when I go to Lagos, I tell them I am a village woman.

    “I stay at Ngwo in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State and God has shown me that you can become a star from anywhere.

    “You don’t need to be in Lagos or Abuja,” Ozokwor said.

    Advising her colleague further, Ozokwor said, “If you are good enough, they will call you even from America.”

    She added that she had received Member Federal Republic award, Centenary Award given once in every 100 years.

    “I did not even know who put my name there, so you can be picked from anywhere.

    “That is the statement I wanted to make in this industry but I am happy that I am saying it today,” she said.

  • Tears, joy as Patience Ozokwor gets Mercedes Benz SUV from her children

    Tears, joy as Patience Ozokwor gets Mercedes Benz SUV from her children

    Veteran actress, Patience Ozokwor shed tears of joy as she received a Mercedes Benz SUV as a birthday gift from her children.Photos of the birthday gift presentation have since flooded social media.

    TheNewsGuru recalls that the movie star recently turned 62.

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    The new car gift is a 2008 Mercedes Benz ML 350 which according to cars website, Jiji, goes for about N3.5M.

    The respected role interpreter once said raping a girl is stupid and actresses shouldn’t be desperate to get roles.

    “It is heartbreaking whenever I hear that things like that happen in the entertainment industry because they (entertainers) have access to whatever they want. There is no girl they desire and approach that would not follow them, even when they (girls) know that some of them are married. Forcing a girl into (the act) is just stupid. My heart is breaking as you are telling me that it happens in the industry because I don’t go on social media anymore. Girls should stop dressing provocatively. It seems like they can’t do without skimpy wear. That was one of the reasons I shut down my boutique because if one doesn’t sell skimpy clothes, people would not buy. However, people with good background would not do that because they know it would bring shame to their families. Some actresses think that when they dress that way, they would get roles but it is not true. Talent comes first. It is on set that one would be given the kind of dress one is to wear, so that one can properly portray the character one is playing. Many girls come in (the industry) and they want to make it by all means, so they fall into the wrong hands. Even some of the people they think are directors may not be professional directors. Real directors don’t have time to mess around like that”.

  • I am passionate about the welfare of the girl child- Patience Ozokwor

    I am passionate about the welfare of the girl child- Patience Ozokwor

    Veteran actress, Patience Ozokwor has opened up on her love for the plight of the girl child.

    The revered actress made this known while sharing her experience as a speaker at the first annual girl child conference tagged ‘More than just a Girl’.

    The actress, who posted the activities that took place at the event, was seen addressing students and speaking to them. She repeatedly told the females that she is passionate about the welfare of the girl child.

    “I am passionate about the welfare of the girl child,” she said.

    Continuing, she wrote: “Getting inspiration from the first annual girl child conference 2020 tagged ‘More than just a girl’ in Akwa Ibom State. Special thanks to the wife of the commissioner of police Ekiti State and senior special assistant to Akwa Ibom State governor small/medium enterprises Mrs Janet Amba.”

     

    TheNewsGuru recalls that Ozokwor stated in an interview that there is nothing wrong in actors playing romantic roles, adding that it is part of their job.

    “There is nothing wrong with that as it is part of the job of an actor. However, as adults, I believe that we know the difference between right and wrong. While portraying a romantic scene, things shouldn’t be taken overboard and made obscene. One of the most important roles of movies is to teach people; we just need to make sure that we are not passing the wrong messages.”

     

  • Daddy Freeze slams Patience Ozokwor in new letter

    Popular media personality, Daddy Freeze has written an open letter to veteran Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwor. His letter is coming after she revealed her reasons for closing her salon .

     

    Ozokwor in an interview had said she does not wear wigs and weaves because she learnt that the hair products are dedicated to shrines in India where they are produced. She also attributed the increasing rate of madness to the use of wigs.

    Freeze in his letter however condemned the actress’ stance , adding that it reeks of ignorance.

     

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    Read letter below:

     

    “Dear Aunty Patience,

    Please do not find this letter insulting, as that is not my intention, rather I’m seeking to clarify unattested fallacies that have germinated into full blown Christian doctrines and I hold you in high esteem, as you remain one of my favorite Nollywood actresses.
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    However, due to the paucity of genuine pastors in Nigeria, most of us were schooled in both error and ignorance.
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    I was once a victim myself, before I became enlightened in both spirit and scripture. I once allowed someone whom today I find unfit to wash my car, guide me in matters of the spirit.
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    I was lead in delusion, ensuing from the amalgamation of the deficit in my pastor’s understanding and the plethora of his greed.
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    God called me to rescue Nigeria from unscholarly teachers bereft of the spirit of God. –
    I find it hypocritical (pardon my use of the word, but I lack a better appellation to aptly portray what our faith has become), when Christians say things like: “weaves are dedicated to shrines”. Can you guarantee that the car you are driving and the clothes you are wearing were not dedicated to shrines? Are they from ‘christian’ sources?
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    If you understand the sign language of the occult like I do, you will realize that many banks, cosmetic, food, beverage and automotive conglomerates are deep in occultism, with their products dedicated to shrines. So if you stop wearing weaves are you going to also stop using toothpaste or bathing with soap as well?
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    As long as we continue being lazy Christians seeking blessings, these pagan shrines will continue to feed us.
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    Here is another angle, you stopped wearing weaves and closed your hair salon, but you are going to celebrate the birthday of Nimród on the 25th of December, a birthdate he shares with almost every single sun deity, and worship ‘Jesus’ on Sunday, the day of the worship of the sun god??
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    Then you will proceed to celebrate the resurrection of ‘Jesus’ on the day dedicated to the Babylonian goddess ‘Ishtar’, coincidentally aligning with ‘Eostre’ a goddess of the Saxons in honour of whom sacrifices were offered“

     

  • ‘I was forced into marriage at the age of 19’-Patience Ozokwor laments

    ‘I was forced into marriage at the age of 19’-Patience Ozokwor laments

    Veteran Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwor popularly known as Mama G has revealed how she was forced into marriage at the age of 19. The actress now turned evangelist known for playing unsavory roles said It wasn’t her decision to get married early.

    In her words:” It wasn’t my decision . I was forced into it many years ago. I didn’t see any reason why my parents were forcing me, I was still young. Even at that age I had many suitors, they just wanted me to get married. Sincerely speaking as a christian, I didn’t enjoy the marriage.”

    Patience Ozokwor won the Best Supporting Actress award at the 10th Africa Movie Academy Awards. Ozokwor was among 100 Nigerians honoured by the government to celebrate the amalgamation of the northern and southern protectorates in 1914.

    Watch the video below

     

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  • Patience Ozokwor, Chiwetalu Agu others for The Wedding Party 2

    Patience Ozokwor, Chiwetalu Agu others for The Wedding Party 2

    The Wedding Party no doubts broke box office records in Nigeria. The flick created a real-life engagement between the lead actors, Banky W and Adesua Etomi.

    The good news is that the filming for the sequel has begun and the anticipation can be felt on social media by movie buffs. The Stellar lineup,Sola Sobowale, Ireti Doyle, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Frank Donga all return but there are also new additions which includes Patience Ozokwor and Chiwetalu Agu.

    Check out the behind-the scenes pictures below