Acclaimed Nollywood actress Joke Muyiwa has recently obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Theatre Arts from the esteemed University of Ibadan.
She celebrated this academic accomplishment on Instagram, receiving congratulations from many fans, according to P.M.
While pursuing her education, she mentioned to the Tribune Online in 2019, “So, I have been so busy this year and I like it that way because it keeps you away from mischief. I’m also a student; I am a M. Phil and PhD student of Theatre Arts. I am already finishing my M.Phil at the University of Ibadan and I have started my PhD at Redeemers University and by the special grace of God, early next year, I will be rounding off my programmes.”
The 61-year-old has also expressed her appreciation for being promoted to the role of Chief Arts Fellow, a professorial level in her area of expertise.
“My promotion to the position of Chief Arts Fellow, a Professorial cadre was announced today, Lord I say THANK YOU.” According to Tori.NG, Muyiwa is recognized as one of the most talented actresses in the Nollywood industry and has been teaching since 2003.
The multi-faceted actress was appointed as the head of the department of performing arts at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) in 2010.
She has featured in films such as King of Thieves, Swallow, and Love Castle, among others.
“I started on stage and the stage is just like a training ground for anybody who wants to be an actor,” Muyiwa said of her acting journey. “If you are an actor and you have never been on stage, then you have not done anything because as an actor, you should be versatile in the two areas.”
“Each of the media has its demand. It has its advantages and disadvantages. I started on stage and even then when I started, I was mixing it up with film, screen theater and all that. In 1980 when I joined the University of Ibadan movie company, I also joined NTA, later I went to a full professional company which was the University of Ibadan Performing Company.”
