2nd November, 2012
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde continues to prove that there is more to her than her curve-ridden figure. The actress was recently honoured in the UK as the first-ever African BEFFTA Film Icon for her contribution to the film industry in Africa, Europe and globally. BEFFTA (Black Entertainment Film Fashion Television and Arts) is Europe’s biggest awards ceremony celebrating achievements of black and ethnic personalities in showbiz globally.
Omotola’s box-office credibility was put to test when the movie, Last Flight to Abuja, opened at the cinemas in Europe and Nigeria. Till date, the premiere of the movie remains the biggest of any movie. It packed six halls, a record no premiere has beaten.
Omotola is a United Nations World Food Programme Ambassador and Amnesty International Activist. The talented actress is a role model who gives back to the youths through her own charity, Omotola Youth Empowerment Programme (OYEP).