AFRICA | 61-year-old Nigerian Actress, Joke Muyiwa bags PhD in Theatre Arts.
Veteran Nollywood actress, Joke Muyiwa has achieved another remarkable milestone by earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Theatre Arts from the prestigious University of Ibadan at the age of 61.
Joke Muyiwa is celebrated not only for her exceptional acting career but also for her contributions to academia. A seasoned lecturer since 2003, she served as the Head of the Department of Performing Arts at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) in 2010.
Her career in education has seen her rise to the rank of Chief Arts Fellow, a professorial cadre in her field. Expressing her gratitude, Muyiwa shared her joy on Instagram.
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“My promotion to the position of Chief Arts Fellow, a Professorial cadre was announced today, Lord I say THANK YOU,” she wrote.
Muyiwa’s academic journey began at Obafemi Awolowo University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons) degree in Dramatic Arts. She later pursued a Master of Arts in Theatre Arts at the University of Ibadan, completing it in 2020 while actively advancing her career.
In addition to her recent PhD, she was previously recognized with an honorary doctorate from Redeemers University, cementing her legacy as a scholar and artist.
In another story, a 76-year-old Nigerian Actor named Pete Edochie has been awarded a double Honourary Doctorate Degree by the International School of Technology and Management (ISTM) University, Togo.
Pete Edochie is a Nigerian actor and is considered one of Nigeria’s most talented actors. He has been honored with an Industry Merit Award by Africa Magic and Lifetime Achievement by Africa Film Academy.
He was awarded a double Honorary Doctorate degree in Arts and Literature by the International School of Technology and Management (ISTM), Togo for his artistic involvement and grooming in the Nigerian creative industry. Read more about Pete HERE.
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