Adeniyi Johnson praises Baba Wande on first set together

Adeniyi Johnson hails veteran Baba Wande after working together for the first time, sharing gratitude and admiration on social media.

Nollywood actor Adeniyi Johnson has publicly expressed admiration for veteran actor Baba Wande after working with him for the first time.

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Sharing photos on Instagram, Adeniyi described Baba Wande as his childhood idol and celebrated the opportunity to share the screen with the legendary actor.

“The very first time I am working with my childhood idol! Been around him countless times, but never had the chance to be on set together. Forget baba dey act! Blessed to be with you, sir. May you live long sir in sound health,” Adeniyi Johnson wrote while posting images from the set of IJA IJU, directed by Adebayo Tijani.

Fans have reacted warmly to the post, applauding both Adeniyi Johnson for his enthusiasm and Baba Wande for his enduring influence on the Nigerian film industry.

Many noted that collaborations like this highlight the respect and mentorship between generations in Nollywood.

The event also serves as a reminder of the rich history of Nollywood, a term tracing back to a 2002 New York Times article that first described Nigerian cinema.

Over the years, the English-language film sector in Nigeria has become a melting pot for talent from diverse regional and ethnic backgrounds.

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Adeniyi Johnson’s tribute underscores the impact that veteran actors continue to have on emerging stars, celebrating both the craft and legacy of Nollywood’s pioneers.