The Nigerian entertainment industry dey mourn di loss of Elizabeth Evoeme, wey many sabi as Ovularia from di iconic 1980s TV sitcom, ‘The New Masquerade.’
Evoeme, wey entertain audience with her talent and charm, don die at di age of 81, as her family announce am on Tuesday.
Veteran Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, salute Evoeme, as him remember am as disciplined woman wey add value well-well to di entertainment industry. Kosoko talk say Evoeme contribution to di industry na big deal, and dis na di sentiment of many pipo wey recognize her impact for shaping Nigerian television and popular culture.
Adebayo Salami, wey many sabi as “Oga Bello,” and Fred Amata also express shock and sadness for di loss of Evoeme. Dem talk say dem go miss am well-well, and dis na proof of how pipo appreciate Evoeme well-well inside and outside di industry.
Evoeme’s role as Ovularia, di typical African mother figure, make her beloved to audience across different generations. Her talent, versatility, and dedication to her craft leave lasting impact for di hearts of viewers, and e make her become icon for Nigerian television history.