Multitalented actor, comedian and broadcaster, Steve Onu, popularly known as Yaw, has been appointed as the first Advisory Board Member of the International Comedy Arts Film Festival (TICAFF) in Canada.
The festival, a subsidiary of the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF), described Yaw as a celebrated figure whose experience in comedy, film, theatre, sitcoms, and show production will help shape its vision and success.
Yaw, who has built a career spanning comedy, stage plays, radio and television, is expected to bring a wealth of knowledge to the platform as it seeks to elevate the art of comedy on a global stage.
Reacting to the appointment, Yaw expressed delight at the recognition.
“This means a lot to me because it shows comedy from our side of the world is being taken seriously on an international stage. I look forward to working with the team at TICAFF to push the boundaries of creativity and to show that comedy is not just about laughter, but also about culture, storytelling and impact,” he said.
The organisers noted that his appointment underscores TICAFF’s commitment to drawing from Africa’s pool of talent and ensuring that voices from diverse cultures contribute to the future of comedy filmmaking.
The new role adds to Yaw’s growing list of achievements as one of Nigeria’s most versatile entertainers with influence extending beyond the country’s borders.
