In a post shared on his Instagram page on Tuesday, the esteemed actor showered his daughter, whom he affectionately referred to as "Uloaku" (meaning "Bank/house of wealth"), with blessings and expressions of admiration. However, his message also included a firm directive for her life trajectory within the next two years.
"My dear daughter, Uloaku( Bank/house of wealth) Congratulations on your 25th birthday," Kanayo O. Kanayo wrote. "From little Valerie to a prospective Madam Uloaku. As I told you this morning while praying for you, it should be a day of sober reflections, things to copy, things to paste, and things to delete. What realities there are and the façade of things thereof."
The seasoned actor also reminisced about Valerie's childhood, recalling her frequent remarks about his absence from home due to his demanding career in Nollywood. He explained that constant travel is an inherent part of the profession for successful and sought-after actors, expressing his gratitude for his continued relevance and activity in the industry.
"Your issue with me has always been 'you are always travelling, hardly at home'," he stated. "Uloaku, Good actors travel, always on the move because they are always HIRED. Thank God I am still very active and relevant. Try and tolerate me."
Concluding his birthday message, Kanayo O. Kanayo laid out his expectations for Valerie's future, setting a clear timeline. "In all these, please ensure that before 2027, you are either walking down the aisle, going for your PhD, or walking out of my house. Simpliciter. Ka Chukwu Okike Abiama gozierem Uloaku."
This candid and somewhat traditional pronouncement from the respected actor has sparked conversations online, with many noting the directness of his expectations for his daughter as she navigates adulthood. While celebrating her milestone, Kanayo O. Kanayo has unequivocally stated his desire for Valerie to either pursue marriage, further her education to a doctoral level, or establish her independent life outside of his home before she turns 27.