Nollywood veteran actor, Pete Edochie, also known as ‘Lion of Africa’, clocks 77 and has held a special 77th birthday celebration in grand style.

The great actor, who is excited to experience another birthday celebration, has posted on his Instagram page different pictures of himself dressed in lovely and beautiful attires.

Edochie, who is the father of popular Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, glimpse with smiles in the the pictures. He added a short caption to the post of the pictures, he wrote: “IBOBO 77.”

Edochie is regarded as one of Nigeria’s highly-accomplished and legendary actors, that has been honored, respectively, with an ‘Industry Merit Award’ by ‘Africa Magic’ – and ‘Lifetime Achievement’ by ‘Africa Film Academy’.

Edochie was birthed in Zaria, Kaduna State on March 7, 1947. He hails from Nteje in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, and he is married to Josephine Edochie.

Nollywood actors and fans have excitedly taken to their social media pages and handles to felicitate and celebrate with the veteran actor by expressing gratitude to and thanking God for his life, for witnessing 77th birthday.

Actress Rita Edochie, who happens to be the of wife of Pete Edochie’s brother, took to her Instagram page (@ritaedochie), to celebrate the Nollywood legend.

Rita stated that Pete Edochie has been loving, caring, concerned, and amazing, adding that she is delighted to be his sister-in-law.

She has thanked God for having no regrets knowing Pete Edochie as her brother-in-law due to the kind of person he is.

Rita wrote: ”In over 30 years of knowing you as my dear husband’s brother, I have never known any regrets nor discomfort.”

“Ibobo, you have been remarkably loving, caring, concerned, and amazing. I am greatly delighted to be your sister-in-law.”

“I have said it before, and I will say it again, in my next life, I will surely be married by the Edochies.”

“On this special day that marks another year of wonderful existence, I want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible person you are.”

“Happy birthday, my great husband, your charisma, wisdom and warm heart, have left an indelible mark on everyone that has been fortunate enough to know you.”

“May this year bring you so much joy, success, unforgettable moments. As you blow out the candles, may your wishes soar high and your dreams come true”

“Your presence in our lives is a true blessing; today is a reminder to cherish the remarkable soul that you are.”

“Here is to another year of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories, cheers to you my great brother-in-law, like no other.”

“I will always love and respect you. Live in longevity, and soar, immensely. Wishing you more of March 7, the great ‘Lion of Africa’.”

Actor Yul Edochie, son of the legend, also took to his Instagram page to wish his father a happy birthday celebration.

He wrote: “A very happy birthday to you, Daddy. The ‘Lion of Africa’. The Legendary Chief Pete Edochie (@peteedochie). The most handsome 77-year-old man. Ibobo Umueri, ‘The Greatest’. I wish you many more beautiful years filled with God’s blessings. May God lead you always.”

A fan (@amoson_01) stated: “Happy birthday, living legend. My Godfather. God bless your new age. Many more fruitful years to come, Sir.”

Another fan (@donracy) wrote: “Happy birthday, Ogadagidi nwoke ike. Age in grace, Sir.”
Happy 77th birthday to the legendary Pete Edochie. May he live to celebrate many more years in life, with good health, peace of mind, and comfort.