Thelma Okoduwa Ojiji is a skilled Nigerian actress whose talent was acknowledged with a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the Africa Movie Academy Award in 2012.
FACTS ABOUT THELMA OKODUWA
- FULL NAME: Thelma Okoduwa Ojiji
- STATE OF ORIGIN: Edo state
- DATE OF BIRTH:March 9
- PLACE OF BIRTH: Edo, Nigeria
- NATIONALITY: Nigerian
- SPOUSE: Onya Ojiji
- OCCUPATION : Actress
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Born on March 9th, Thelma has displayed her acting abilities in various projects over her career.
Hailing from Uromi in Edo state, Thelma pursued Computer Science at the University of Port Harcourt and also obtained a diploma in Theater Arts.
CAREER
Her journey into the film industry began under the guidance of Chico Ejiro, as mentioned in an interview with Encomium Magazine.
Her acting skills were evident in the 2017 production “The Aggregator,” where she appeared with Norbert Young.
Thelma has made her mark on TV with notable roles in popular series like “Tinsel,” “Beautiful Liars,” “Treasures,” “Spider,” and “Family Ties.”
In the 2012 romantic drama “Mr and Mrs,” she impressed audiences with her portrayal of “Linda.”
Interestingly, Thelma revealed that her husband actively evaluates the characters she plays in movies, only approving if he finds them suitable.
In a candid interview, she expressed admiration for Nollywood veterans Joke Silva and Richard Mofe-Damijo, citing them as sources of inspiration.
One of her most challenging roles was as “Erinola Cardoso” in Africa Magic’s series “Hush,” a character quite different from her own persona.
Notably, she also appeared in the Glo-sponsored project “Hush,” further demonstrating her talent on screen.
PERSONAL LIFE
Thelma Okoduwa and her husband, Onya Ojiji, tied the knot on April 4th, 2009, marking a new chapter in her life.
Their marriage has been blessed with children, bringing more joy and fulfillment to their lives together.