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Why Awolowo remains my favourite politician
CulturePete Edochie's interview with Isbae U on the Curiosity Made Me Ask podcast
Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has expressed his admiration for the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, praising his vision and developmental initiatives.
Edochie made the remarks during an interview with Isbae U on the Curiosity Made Me Ask podcast, where he also spoke about his admiration for the Yoruba people.
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- One of Edochie's sons is married to a Yoruba girl
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- 2h agoVanguard News: Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has named the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo as his favourite Nigerian politician
- 2h agoVanguard News: Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has named the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo as his favourite Nigerian politician
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