Joke Silver, Richard Mofe Damijo and Sola Sobowale are among the train of veteran stars still trending in the Nollywood Industry.

Over the last 10 years, Nollywood has experienced tremendous growth, and new faces of the industry have emerged. Like the saying 'Soldier go, Soldier come.' However, that's not the case for some Nollywood oldies who have proved that age and time only make things better.

Veteran actors like Olu Jacobs Joke Silva lend their experience to a wide variety of roles and add needed depth while proving the possibility of an active acting career regardless of ageing bias. These veteran Nollywood stars have explored the industry and built range; many of them have continued to put in the work and remain relevant.

This article curates a shortlist of 8 old Nollywood actors and actresses who have become A-listers. The actors had to be around 50 and be involved in any film production within 4 years to qualify.

1: SOLA SOBOWALE
After a thriving movie career of over 20years Sola Sobowale is one veteran who has shown that real talent doesn't age.

A veteran in the Nigerian movie industry, the actress Sola Sobowale is known for her versatility and character especially since her debut Toyin Tomato role in Superstory.

The light-skinned actress started out as an indigenous Yoruba actor, gradually she picked up roles in the English Nigerian movie industry.

Sobowale owes her top-notch acting skills to years of dedication and commitment. Last year, the actress Sobowale gave another stunning performance in the anticipated "Return of the King".