Veteran Nollywood actor Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin, has earned a Bachelor’s Degree at the age of 59, graduating from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN).

The TAMPAN president announced the milestone on Saturday, April 18, 2026, sharing photos from his convocation ceremony on social media.

What happened

Mr Latin confirmed he was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Peace and Conflict Resolution from NOUN, marking a major academic achievement decades into his career.

“Today, I am proud to be conferred with a BSc in Peace & Conflict Resolution,” he wrote.

Reactions pour in

The development quickly drew praise from colleagues and fans, many describing it as inspiring and a reminder that learning has no age limit.

Actor Damola Olatunji wrote that Mr Latin’s achievement shows “true greatness never stops growing,” while others congratulated him for combining leadership with continuous self-development.

Some social media users also joked about his new qualification, suggesting he could now help mediate industry disputes.

Another graduation moment

In a related development, influencer King Mitchy also announced that she graduated from NOUN with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science.

She described the journey as worthwhile, celebrating the achievement alongside Mr Latin’s milestone.

Growing culture of adult education

Mr Latin’s graduation adds to a growing trend of Nigerian public figures returning to school later in life, reinforcing the importance of continuous learning regardless of age or career stage.