Nollywood actor Nwosu Michael, popularly known as Yabkaba, has credited his colleague Zubby Michael for playing a key role in turning his life around.
Speaking in a recent interview, the rugged actor revealed that he had no fear of God in the past, but after a divine encounter in 2020, he became a new creature in Christ.
Michael said his rise to fame began with his debut movie Return of Shina Rambo, directed by Ilochi Olisemeka, which earned him a reputation for playing “bad boy” roles. This stereotype was further cemented with performances in tough-themed movies such as German Machine, Who Killed Abobi, Convenient of Money, Secret of Zubby, Flashback, The Assassin, and The Clash.
Michael recalled meeting Zubby Michael on a film set, where Zubby unexpectedly approached him and advised him to avoid unhelpful associations and focus on his career.
“He told me I am a star and should stay focused. I was shocked because I thought he was a bad boy due to his movie roles. But that day, he carried me along on set and made me feel comfortable. Thank God for today because I was once a bad boy, and thanks to Zubby for advising me,” he said.
Michael added that the encounter sparked a friendship between them, with many even mistaking them for brothers due to their shared surname.
Despite initially dreaming of a white-collar career after university, Michael said acting was his divine calling. He urged aspiring actors to achieve financial independence before entering Nollywood, noting that his own comfort and self-sufficiency helped him survive in the industry.
“Coming up, I had a car and could take care of myself. It wasn’t easy, but if I had family or industry support, it would have been less difficult,” he said.
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