According to *Punch Newspapers*, veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor, widely known as Mama G, explained during a livestream that her frequent portrayal of wicked characters and witches in films is a deliberate platform to highlight moral consequences. Hosting the session alongside content creator Carter Efe, Ozokwor clarified that her villainous roles do not reflect her personal values.
The actress shared that she views her craft as a tool to expose social ills and demonstrate the inevitable fallout of unjust behavior. She noted that taking on difficult characters requires diving into complex human emotions to deliver believable instructional stories.
Reporting on the broadcast, *Daily Post Nigeria* cited Ozokwor as saying, “I think God gave me that niche. I hate every ill because I don’t like injustice, war, and rancour”. Additionally, *Naija News* confirmed on its platform that “the actress spoke about her long career during a live interview with content creator Carter Efe”.
**Echotitbits take:** Ozokwor’s explanation highlights the enduring influence of classic Nollywood archetype acting in modern digital creator spaces. Engaging with young live-streamers allows veteran actors to connect with Gen-Z audiences while contextualizing classic Nigerian cinema heritage.
Source: Punch Newspapers — https://punchng.com/video-why-i-often-play-witch-roles-in-movies-patience-ozokwo/, August 11, 2026
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