Nollywood actor Joseph Momodu has announced his enlistment into the United States Army, describing it as the fulfilment of a personal dream and a tribute to his late father, who served in the Nigeria Police Force.
The actor disclosed this in an Instagram post on Friday, where he reflected on the physical and emotional demands of his military training.
According to Momodu, the journey tested his resilience, pushing him through months of rigorous training and isolation.
“From inception, I have always believed in achievements earned through merit, which is why I constantly push myself beyond limits.
“This particular one was forged through tears, fear of failure, resilience, endless days, short nights, fatigue, rain, and the scorching sun,” he wrote.
He added that there were moments he questioned his decision but remained focused on completing the programme.
“There were moments of doubt and times I questioned myself, ‘who send me message sef’? But I never lost sight of the finish line.
“We trained tirelessly, were broken down and rebuilt. I went to sleep a civilian and woke up a soldier.
“Ten weeks of being incommunicado. Ten weeks of learning to find comfort in discomfort.”
Momodu revealed that he chose April 12, 2026, to honour the memory of his late father, who died 20 years ago, by continuing the family’s service tradition.
“On April 12, 2026, I honored my late father in a historic way. Twenty years after his passing, I picked up the baton where he left off in the Nigerian Police Force and carried it forward by getting enlisted into the United States Army,” he said.
The actor announced that he had officially graduated from Basic Combat Training and now serves as Specialist (SPC) J.A. Momodu with the 1st Platoon, Charlie Company, 3-10, 3rd Battalion, 10th Infantry Regiment, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.
He dedicated the achievement to God, his late father and his family.
“I dedicate this achievement first to God Almighty for the grace to pass my ASVAB on the first attempt and successfully complete Basic Combat Training. Secondly, to my late father, whose legacy I proudly uphold. And finally, to the Royal Family of Oba Momodu II, the Avyuele Clan, Agbede, Etsako West, Edo State,” he noted.
Momodu also expressed appreciation to those who supported him throughout the process, including his social media manager and the US Army Recruiting Station in Burbank, California.
“This chapter is written. The next one begins now,” he added.