Kemi Korede Birthday Surprise leaves the Nollywood actress speechless as colleague Mojisola Iyawo Alhaji presents her with a giant portrait

Nollywood Yoruba actress Kemi Korede was left deeply emotional after her colleague and longtime friend Mojisola Iyawo Alhaji surprised her with a large personalised portrait as part of her birthday celebrations.

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The actress shared a video of the emotional moment on her Instagram page, showing her unveiling the carefully crafted artwork gifted by Mojisola after returning from the United Kingdom.

Kemi Korede described the gesture as unexpected and deeply meaningful, saying she was overwhelmed by the thought, effort and affection behind the birthday present.

“Honestly, I was completely speechless. The love, effort, and thought behind this gift mean more to me than words can ever express,” the actress wrote.

The emotional tribute highlighted the two-decade friendship between the two actresses, with Kemi Korede revealing that their bond was strengthened through years of shared experiences, including difficult periods before achieving greater success in their careers.

According to the actress, she and Mojisola supported each other through challenging moments, encouraging one another during times when resources were limited and their futures remained uncertain.

“We’ve been together for over two decades, and we’ve shared a journey that only the two of us truly understand,” Kemi Korede said.

“We have seen the good, the bad, and the very difficult days.”

She added that their journey was filled with prayers, perseverance and mutual encouragement, describing their progress as evidence of God’s faithfulness.

Kemi Korede praised Mojisola for being more than a colleague, describing her as a sister whose support and kindness have remained consistent over the years.

“You are not just my colleague, you’re my sister from another mother,” she wrote.

The actress also expressed gratitude for the birthday gesture, praying for continued blessings, good health and happiness for her friend.

The surprise has attracted reactions from fans and colleagues, many of whom celebrated the friendship between the two actresses and praised the thoughtful nature of the gift.

Kemi Korede remains a recognised figure in Yoruba Nollywood, having built a career through roles in Yoruba-language films and television productions.

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Her latest birthday celebration has highlighted not only her career journey but also the lasting personal relationships formed within the Nigerian film industry.