Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has taken to social media to celebrate his daughter, Valerie, on her 25th birthday with a mix of affection, reflection, and a touch of tough love.
In his birthday message, the iconic actor did not hold back in setting expectations for his daughter’s future. He humorously, yet firmly, expressed his desire for her to either get married, pursue a PhD, or move out of his house by the time she turns 27.
“My dear daughter, Uloaku—meaning ‘House of Wealth’—congratulations on your 25th birthday,” he began in a touching post. “From little Valerie to the grown woman you are becoming, I pray today is not just a celebration but a time for sober reflection. There are things to copy, things to paste, and yes, things to delete.”
Kanayo also reflected on past moments between them, recalling Valerie’s frustration over his frequent absence due to his acting career.
“You’ve always complained about me being away on movie sets,” he wrote. “But good actors are constantly in demand. They travel, they work, they stay relevant. I thank God I’m still active in the industry. Try to understand and be patient with me.”
He concluded his post with a fatherly warning wrapped in love and wit: “In all this, please remember—before the year 2027, you should either be walking down the aisle, embarking on your PhD journey, or walking out of my house. It’s that simple. May God Almighty continue to bless you, Uloaku.”
Kanayo’s message has drawn reactions online, with many praising his honesty and old-school parenting style, while others highlighted the pressures that come with setting such timelines for young adults. Regardless, the post stands as a heartfelt blend of a father’s pride, concern, and hope for his daughter’s future.
