Actress and producer, Linda Ejiofor, recently bagged a historic win as ‘Best Lead Actress’ and ‘Best Supporting Actress’ at the last Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards. She tells FAITH AJAYI about her career and experiences outside the industry
Congratulations on your record-breaking achievement at this year’s AMVCA. Looking back at your journey, what emotions come to mind when you compare where you started to where you are today?
Gratitude, more than anything else. When I look back at where I started, I see a young woman with big dreams, a lot of hope, and very little certainty about how things would unfold. To be where I am today, with my work recognised in such a historic way, is incredibly humbling. It reminds me that every season mattered: the wins, the setbacks, the waiting, and the growth. I am grateful to God, to everyone who believed in me, and to the audience that has continued to support my journey.
Can you take us back to your early days in Nollywood and the experiences that shaped the actress we see today?
My early days taught me resilience. I simply wanted to become a better actress with every role. I learnt very quickly that talent alone isn’t enough. You need discipline, humility, patience, and a willingness to keep learning. Every set, every director, and every role contributed to my growth. Those experiences shaped the actress I am today.
