- Nollywood is a significant cultural export and production of creative talents
- Over the years, some acts have consistently created iconic niches they are known for including portraying exceptional motherly roles
- TheRadar spotlighted 10 veteran actresses known for their stellar performances in motherly roles
Nollywood over the years has emerged as a significant cultural export for Nigeria with numerous productions of talents.
Ranked as the third-largest film industry following Hollywood and Bollywood, Nollywood has seen generations of legendary and emerging actors.
Among its numerous roles, it is known for, TheRadar examined the ‘motherly roles’ in Nollywood and its significance to strength, wisdom, relatability and warmth.
As such, it spotlights 10 renowned female actresses known for their exceptional delivery in portraying and embodying motherly roles in Nollywood.
Top 10 Nollywood actresses with exceptional delivery of motherly roles
- Patience Ozokwor
Popularly known as Mama G, Patience Ozokwor is a name that has given us an unending performance on screen. Renowned for her iconic motherly roles, her acting career spans over 2 decades. Mostly the scheming ‘villain’ mother/mother-in-law to a strict mother, but she leaves an indelible mark on her roles. Her notable titles include Old School and Authority.
- Ngozi Ezeonu
Think about an embodiment of ‘very demure and mindful’ charisma, Ngozi Ezeonu comes to mind. She is mostly the calm and long-suffering mother in Nollywood films. Her ability to convey emotions and wisdom as a mother figure on screen is both inspiring and real. She has appeared in motherly roles in Lion Heart and Daddy Must Obey.
- Joke Silva
Joke Silva portrays an epitome of elegance and a sophisticated mother on screen. The one with high-class taste even for her children. Her critical acclaim in professionally executing her motherly roles shines in Nollywood titles like Chief Daddy and Last Wedding.
- Eucharia Anunobi
Educated, outspoken and confident, as a mother, Eucharia Anunobi is one that reminds you of a well-read mother who knows her onions. Her rich English vocabulary is another distinct trait she brings into her roles. Her seamless transition from sultry roles to mature ones has made her an unforgettable actress in the Nollywood industry.
- Sola Sobowale
I like to refer to her as ‘Mama No Nonsense’ because she no dey green for anybody. She not just brings the strong-headedness to the table but always finds a way to leave you laughing hard at her skims and antics. Sola Sobowale portrays memorable motherly roles like in King of Boys, PostCards and Wedding Party.
- Rita Edochie
Rita Edochie offers the typical traditional Nigerian mother figure on screen and her delivery is mostly relatable to viewers. She merges the cultural values of an African mother with contemporary sensibilities to deliver an exceptional motherly role in Nollywood.
7 Nollywood iconic screen divas who look younger than their age
Earlier, TheRadar compiled 7 iconic actresses who seem to always appear younger despite the advancement in their ages.
Most of them are legends in their own right and have seen generations. They are either in their forties or fifties but in reality, one can bet they look way younger than their age.
