British-Nigerian award-winning actor, Wale Ojo, has joined the cast of Africa Magic’s hit soap opera, Tinsel, we learnt.

Popularly known for his role in UK’s hit television series ‘Meet The Adebanjos’, which depicts the hilarious lives of a Nigerian family living in London. Ojo, who is no stranger to DStv audiences and film enthusiasts, will bring his craft and talent as a trained actor to DStv viewers, as his onscreen character, Nosa comes alive on Tinsel.

Ojo’s character, Nosa is a well-known established comedian and a lawyer by training; known for uttering outrageous truths and taking positions that go against conventional wisdom, but always with a grain of truth in them.

Ojo’s career as an actor spans well over 30 years, bringing to Tinsel all the grace and expertise of a TV, stage and film veteran.

“I am very excited and looking forward to the wonderful challenge to be a part of the Tinsel train, hoping that with the commendable gang of casts and crew, we’ll all be able to ride the Tinsel train to higher glory,” said Ojo.

Also speaking on the addition of Ojo to the Tinsel casts, Wangi Mba-Uzoukwu, Regional Director, Mnet Africa, said: “AfricaMagic is very proud of Wale Ojo’s addition to the fantastic Tinsel line up, which further reiterates our commitment not only to identifying and developing new talents but also working with the best in the TV and film industry and this is as a result of his track record as an established and professional actor.”