Tobi Bakre secures acting award at ‘The Future Awards Africa.’
Written by maxfmeditor3 on October 23, 2023
Tobi Bakre, a popular Nigerian actor and TV star, clinched an award for his exceptional acting skills at ‘The Future Awards Africa.‘ This marks yet another milestone in his burgeoning career.
Tobi Bakre secures acting award at ‘The Future Awards Africa.’
Bakre’s acting journey took off following his stint on the 2018 Big Brother Naija reality TV show, propelling him into a league of prominent figures who have gone on to achieve remarkable success.
Expressing his gratitude online, Bakre extended his appreciation to his elder brother, who had previously secured a TFAA award and served as a driving force behind his relentless pursuit of excellence. He fondly recalled, “Big shout out to my brother @femibakre. You inspired this particular award. I hosted the Future Award years ago and you won that particular year. Didn’t know when or how. But I sure wanted to touch the hem of your garment.”
Notably, Bakre had recently bagged the Best Actor accolade at the AMVCA ceremony in May for his action-packed role in ‘Brotherhood.’ He also finds a place of honor on the AFRIFF 2023 honours list for his captivating performance in ‘Gangs of Lagos.’ His portfolio boasts thrilling roles in ‘Gangs of Lagos,’ ‘Brotherhood,’ ‘The Blood Covenant,’ and, most recently, ‘Slum King.’
Another standout awardee for the evening was Ife Olujuyigbe, recognized in the film category. She is an acclaimed Nigerian filmmaker celebrated for her work on the Red TV series ‘When Are We Getting Married,’ ‘Something Like Gold,’ ‘Obara’m,’ ‘Ile Owo,’ and ‘The Trade.’
The grand TFAA event unfolded on Sunday, October 22, 2023, at the Balmoral Convention Centre within the Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. The night culminated with 25 deserving nominees emerging as winners, spanning various categories encompassing social activism, business, and entertainment.
Tobi Bakre and fiancée Anu Oladosu hold their engagement ceremony today
