Thelma Okoduwa Ojiji is a gifted Nigerian actress who gained acclaim for her performances, notably earning a nomination for the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2012.
Born on March 9th, she has demonstrated her acting talent across a range of projects throughout her career.
REAL FACTS ABOUT THELMA OKODUWA
FULL NAME: Thelma Okoduwa Ojiji
STATE OF ORIGIN: March 9
PLACE OF BIRTH: Edo, Nigeria
NATIONALITY: Nigerian
SPOUSE: Onya Ojiji
OCCUPATION: Actress
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Thelma originates from Uromi in the lively state of Edo. She pursued her studies in Computer Science at the esteemed University of Port Harcourt, where she also earned a diploma in Theater Arts, reflecting her varied interests.
CAREER
Thelma Okoduwa Ojiji’s foray into the film industry was guided by Chico Ejiro, as she shared in an insightful conversation with Encomium Magazine.
Her acting talent was prominently displayed in the 2017 film “The Aggregator,” where she starred alongside the renowned Norbert Young.
Thelma has made a significant impact on television with notable roles in popular series such as “Tinsel,” “Beautiful Liars,” “Treasures,” “Spider,” and “Family Ties.”
In the 2012 romantic drama “Mr and Mrs,” she won over audiences with her performance as “Linda.”
Interestingly, Thelma revealed that her husband plays an active role in evaluating the characters she takes on in films, only giving his approval if he finds it appropriate.
In a frank interview with The Punch, she expressed her admiration for Nollywood legends Joke Silva and Richard Mofe-Damijo, considering them as her inspirations.
One of the most demanding roles Thelma has taken on in her remarkable career was portraying “Arinola Cardoso” in the highly regarded Africa Magic series “Hush,” a character that contrasts sharply with her own personality.
Additionally, she participated in the Glo-sponsored project “Hush,” further highlighting her on-screen talent.
PERSONAL LIFE
Thelma Okoduwa, an emerging star in Nollywood, made a significant commitment on April 4, 2009, when she married her cherished partner, Onya Ojiji, ushering in a new phase of her life.
Their marriage has been blessed with children, bringing even more joy and fulfillment to their lives together.
