It was an outpour of encomium as notable actors in the Nigerian Film Industry popularly called Nollywood took to their respective Instagram handles to celebrate veteran actor, Adebayo Salami, popularly known as “Oga Bello” who clocked 67 years.
The actors which included the likes of Kunle Afolayan, Foluke Daramola-Salako, Ronke Odusanya celebrated the respected thespian who was born May 9, 1953, for his mentorship and fatherly guidance in the profession.
Afolayan, on his Instagram page, said: “Happy birthday to one of the most blessed fathers that ever lived. I wish you many more years in good health and plenty of money daddy” he wrote.
Also, an actress, Foluke Daramola-Salako, celebrated the veteran actor saying: “Happy birthday to a wonderful father in every ramification. May God bless you, increase you for us and be with you in all you do sir. We love and truly appreciate you, sir” she wrote.
On her part, Fathia Williams wrote: “Happy birthday Daddy. You are a wonderful boss, father, and role model. On your birthday, I wish you all the best as always sir. Enjoy your day and stay safe sir” she wrote.
Another actress, Ronke Odusanya, said: “Happy birthday Daddy. The grace of God on your life shall always multiply. Thank you for always being an inspiration, source of encouragement, and advice.”
Oga Bello began his acting career in 1964 and produced his first movie “Ogun Ajaye” in 1985. Some of his children including Femi Adebayo had followed in his footsteps by becoming notable actors in their rights.
Since then, he had produced, directed and featured in several Yoruba movies.
He is a pioneer member of the Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners and also served as President of the association.
