PHOTOS: Nollywood actor joins US Army

Nollywood actor Joseph Momodu has joined the United States Army, announcing his successful completion of Basic Combat Training and enlistment into the military. The actor shared the development in an Instagram post on Friday, describing the milestone as the fulfilment of a personal dream and a tribute to his late father, who served in the […]

Nollywood actor Joseph Momodu has joined the United States Army, announcing his successful completion of Basic Combat Training and enlistment into the military.

The actor shared the development in an Instagram post on Friday, describing the milestone as the fulfilment of a personal dream and a tribute to his late father, who served in the Nigeria Police Force.

Reflecting on the experience, Momodu said the training was physically and emotionally demanding, requiring resilience and determination.

“From inception, I have always believed in achievements earned through merit, which is why I constantly push myself beyond limits.

“This particular one was forged through tears, fear of failure, resilience, endless days, short nights, fatigue, rain, and the scorching sun,” he wrote.

According to him, there were moments he questioned his decision but remained committed to completing the programme.

“There were moments of doubt and times I questioned myself, ‘who send me message sef’? But I never lost sight of the finish line.

“We trained tirelessly, were broken down and rebuilt. I went to sleep a civilian and woke up a soldier.

“Ten weeks of being incommunicado. Ten weeks of learning to find comfort in discomfort.”

Momodu said he chose April 12, 2026, to honour the memory of his late father, who died 20 years ago.

“On April 12, 2026, I honored my late father in a historic way. Twenty years after his passing, I picked up the baton where he left off in the Nigerian Police Force and carried it forward by getting enlisted into the United States Army,” he said.

He disclosed that he graduated from Basic Combat Training and now serves as Specialist (SPC) J.A. Momodu with the 1st Platoon, Charlie Company, 3-10, 3rd Battalion, 10th Infantry Regiment, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

The actor dedicated the achievement to God, his late father and his family.

“I dedicate this achievement first to God Almighty for the grace to pass my ASVAB on the first attempt and successfully complete Basic Combat Training. Secondly, to my late father, whose legacy I proudly uphold. And finally, to the Royal Family of Oba Momodu II, the Avyuele Clan, Agbede, Etsako West, Edo State,” he said.

Momodu also thanked those who supported him throughout the process, including his social media manager and the US Army Recruiting Station in Burbank, California.

“This chapter is written. The next one begins now,” he added.

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