Fathia Williams

Fathia Williams, born Faithia Williams, is a prominent Nigerian actress, filmmaker, producer, and director. She is recognized for her significant contributions to the Nigerian film industry, particularly in Yoruba-language cinema.Early Life and Education Faithia Williams was born on February 5, 1969, in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria. She is originally of Urhobo descent from Delta State, Nigeria. Williams attended Maryland Primary School and Maryland Comprehensive Secondary School in Lagos State, where she obtained her West African School Certificate. For her tertiary education, she attended Kwara State Polytechnic, where she earned a diploma certificate. Later in 2016, she enrolled at Olabisi Onabanjo University to study Filming.Career Progression Williams' entry into acting was serendipitous. Her first role came by chance when her uncle, Alhaji Fatai Teniola, asked her to stand in for an actress who failed to show up for a movie production. She made her debut in the film titled "Ta lo pa chief." Since her first appearance, she has maintained an active and extensive career spanning several decades, specializing in Yoruba and English films and establishing herself as a prolific actress, producer, and director. She was formerly married to actor Saheed Balogun, and during this marriage, she was known as Faithia Balogun.Major Achievements and Notable Works Fathia Williams is widely acclaimed for her versatility and depth in performance, which has earned her several accolades. In April 2014, she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress of the Year. She also received the Best Indigenous Language award for her work on the film *Iya Alalake* at the 2015 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA), and the Most Outstanding Indigenous Actress award in 2008. Her extensive filmography includes notable works such as: * *Eku Eda* (2006) * *Farayola* (2009) * *Emi Abata* (2012) * *Shola Arikusa* (2017) * *President Kuti* (2021) * *Jagun Jagun* (2023) * *A Tribe Called Judah* (2023)Current Status As of her latest activities, Fathia Williams continues to be an active figure in Nollywood as an actress, filmmaker, and producer, with new releases like *On the Edge* and *Beast of Two Worlds* in 2024. She maintains a public presence across various social media platforms.