By Our Correspondent

National News – Veteran Nollywood actor Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin, has achieved a Bachelor of Science degree in Peace and Conflict Resolution from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN).

The graduation took place during the institution’s recent convocation ceremony in Nigeria.

The development highlights a major educational milestone for the comic actor, who is widely known across Nollywood for his contributions to comedy and film production.

Amusan announced the achievement via Instagram, expressing gratitude to God, family, friends, and supporters for their encouragement throughout his academic journey.

The actor, born in Gbongan, Osun State, began his acting career in 1988 and rose to prominence in the early 1990s, adopting the stage name Mr Latin after a memorable film set misunderstanding involving French dialogue.

His academic accomplishment underscores lifelong learning and dedication despite career demands in the entertainment industry.

He also serves as the President of the Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), where he continues to influence Nollywood growth and industry professionalism.

His achievement is being celebrated by colleagues and fans across Nigeria and beyond.

The milestone reinforces Mr Latin’s role as a cultural icon advocating education, peacebuilding, and continuous self-improvement in Nigeria’s entertainment sector.

Fans and industry stakeholders have widely praised his academic success as inspiring.

Observers note that his achievement reflects the importance of adult education in Nigeria, especially through flexible learning platforms like NOUN that support working professionals seeking academic advancement without leaving their careers.

The story continues to trend on social media, highlighting widespread admiration for his resilience.