A heartwarming video has surfaced online, showing the moment veteran Yoruba actress Iya Niwe was gifted a fully furnished apartment by Oriyomi Hamzat, CEO of Agidigbo FM.
The emotional moment was captured on camera as Iya Niwe, whose real name is Abigail Oladeji, received the keys to her new home. The actress had just returned from a trip to Jerusalem when Hamzat surprised her with the generous gift.
As Iya Niwe broke down in tears, Hamzat comforted her before cutting a ribbon to officially unveil the property. The actress was visibly stunned as she stepped inside her new home, struggling to believe her good fortune.
In a heartfelt message, Hamzat shared the moment online, expressing his admiration for Iya Niwe’s contributions to the Yoruba film industry. The actress is renowned for her comedic roles in classic 90s movies like Agogo Idanile (1991) and Osumare (1995).
Iya Niwe’s emotional reaction has sparked gratitude from netizens, who have praised Hamzat’s kindness and generosity. The actress had previously revealed that financial struggles had led her to take up farming in her village, but Hamzat’s intervention had persuaded her to refocus on her acting career.