Nollywood celebrities and admirers celebrated Pete Edochie’s 77th birthday on March 7, expressing gratitude to God for his life.
Celebrity Rita Edochie, the sister-in-law of the celebrant, shared her joy for the Nollywood icon on her Instagram page, @ritaedochie.
Rita Edochie expressed her joy on Instagram, describing the celebrant as loving, caring, and amazing, expressing gratitude for having him as a brother-in-law without any regrets.
”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 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,” she wrote.
Also, actor Yul Edochie, son of the legend, took to his Instagram pageto wish his father a remarkable 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..”
Actor Kanayo O Kanayo wrote, “We are birthday mates. He makes it a duty to call me on March 1. Ebubedike, Ogadagidi, and Mmuo nabu. Great to celebrate you while you are alive and kicking well… Happy 77th birthday, onye nkem”.
A fan @amoson_01: “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”
Meanwhile, the celebrant Pete Edochie, also known as ‘Lion of Africa’, has taken to his Instagram page, @peteedochie, to celebrate himself for the gift of life as he 77 years on earth.
Edochie flooded his Instagram page with adorable pictures in different outfits with a warm smile to specially celebrate his 77th birthday with the caption ‘Ibobo 77.”