Nollywood actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe has paid tribute to veteran screen icon Sola Sobowale, reflecting on their first encounter and collaboration on set.
Sharing a throwback video on Instagram, Aigbe described Sobowale as an icon, powerhouse, and an enduring source of inspiration within the Nigerian film industry.
She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with the veteran actress on the movie Ohun Oko Somida, noting that Sobowale trusted her with a role during the early stages of her acting career.
According to Aigbe, the experience remains a significant milestone in her professional journey, especially as it came during her formative years in Nollywood.
The actress highlighted the importance of that moment in shaping her growth, describing it as one of those early experiences that contributed to her development in the industry.
In a separate reflection, Aigbe has also spoken about challenges in her career, including an incident where she alleged that a female film producer attempted to restrict her from taking up other acting jobs without approval.
Her recent tribute to Sola Sobowale has since drawn warm reactions from fans celebrating the bond between both actresses and their contributions to Nollywood.
