Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde bags a Doctorate degree at Igbinedion University

Popular nollywood Actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde bagged an honorary degree in Doctorate of Art from Igbinedion University on Friday, 30th November.

President Goodluck Jonathan, Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi (Kusenla III), and Mr. Sow Bertin Agba and Chairman Business International Management were also conferred with honorary degrees.

Prof. Lawrence Ezemonye, the vice chancellor of Igbinedion university said the awardees were honoured for their contribution to human development and progress at both national and international levels.

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde was introduced into nollywood when she accompanied a friend to a movie audition.

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde ‘s first big role was in 1995 in the movie “Mortal Inheritance”. After then, she starred in several blockbuster movies, such as Blood sisters, Games women play, Last Flight in Abuja, All my life, etc.

Omotola had her tertiary education at Obafemi Awolowo university and Yaba college of technology. The actress studied Estate management.

In 1996, the star actress got married to Captain Matthew Ekeinde. They are blessed with four kids.

In a recent interview with punch, Omotola Spoke about the reason why she has remained relevant in the entertainment industry over the years:

” I would credit that to my ‘spiritual stem’. I have always held on to my source of strength, which is my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Being focused on my goals and not getting distracted by things happening with others or around me has also helped in no small measure.

Also, staying grounded and persistent, while being socially active— even on social media— have helped to get me to where I am today.