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- Olu Jacob. Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, (born 11 July 1942), known professionally as Olu Jacobs, is a Nigerian actor and film executive. He has starred in several British television series and international films.
- Sam Loco Efe. Sam Loco Efeeimwonkiyeke (25 December 1945 – 7 August 2011), was born in Enugu state Nigeria, he was a Nigerian actor, producer and director.
- Pete Edochie. Chief Pete Edochie (born March 7, 1947) is a Nigerian actor. He is considered one of Nigeria’s most talented actors, being honoured with an Industry Merit Award by Africa Magic and Lifetime Achievement by Africa Film Academy.
- Alex Usifo. Alex Usifo Omiagbo (born 16 April 1953) is a Nigerian actor. Alex Usifo auditioned at different media houses including Radio Nigeria Lagos, Voice of Nigeria, NTA Ilorin etc.
Mar 28, 2024 · Osita Iheme and Chinedu Ikedieze are the most famous Nigerian actors with small stature. The Dwarfs Association of Nigeria (DAN) has over 30 members, and they sell their films on the streets of Nigeria.
Mar 21, 2019 · In this article, we look at a couple of the greatest Nollywood actors of all time – in no particular order of preference, of course! Van Vicker Joseph van Vicker (born 1 August 1977), is a Ghanaian actor.
- Richard Mofe Damijo
- Jim Iyke
- Nkem Owoh
- Chinedu Ikedieze
- Osita Iheme
- Ramsey Nouah
- Desmond Elliot
- Mike Ezuruonye
- Nonso Doibi
- John Okafor
Richard Mofe Damijopopularly known as RMD was born on 6th July 1961 and is considered as one of the famous and highest paid Nigerian male actors. Before his acting career, he used to be the Commissioner for Tourism and Culture in the Delta State. Richard Mofe is a very impressive actor and has won numerous awards for his tremendous execution and sk...
James Ikechukwu Esomughapopularly known by his stage name Jim Iyke is a famous Nigerian actor born on 25th September 1976 in Libreville, Gabon. Jim Iyke is referred to as one of the hottest Nigerian male actors. Jim has appeared in more than 150 movies. Apart from his film career, Jim also has an interest in the business sector. Jim launched his ow...
Nkem Owohpopularly known as Osufia is considered as one of the richest and famous actors in Nollywood. Nkem Owoh became popular after starrin in the movie “Osufia in London”. He has a bizarre sense of humor which has helped him in attracting audience. Both the older and younger people of Africa want to see the old Nigerian male actors in action. RE...
Chinedu Ikediezewas born on 12th September 1977 in Bende, Abia State, Nigeria was popularly known as “Aki”. In 2007, Chinedu was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA). Aki has taken part in many Nigerian movies which have made him popular in the African continent.
Osita Ihemepopularly known as paw-paw was born on 24th August 1982. Osita became famous for his role “Paw-Paw” in the film Aki Na Ukwa. From his paw-paw role, Osita is considered as one of the cute Nigerian male actors. Osita has tremendous acting skills; and was successfully able to become one of the most in-demand actors in the Nollywood industry...
Ramsey Noahis popularly known as the “Lover Boy”. Ramsey is referred to as one of the popular and richest actors in Africa. Noah started his acting career in 1993 in the famous Nigerian TV soap opera, fortunes. In his film career, Ramsey won many awards for his movies and earned millions of naira in his life.
Desmond Elliotis considered as one of the most popular black Nigerian male actors in the Nigerian film industry. Talking about Desmond’s occupation, he is an actor, model, director, producer, philanthropist and also a politician. Desmond has appeared in more than 200 Nollywood movies and is counted among the highest paid actors. Desmond Elliot is c...
Mike Ezuronyeis known as one of the most successful Nigerian male movie actors in the film industry. Mike is a very hard working actor and has a huge fan following in Africa. The actor has received two nominations for the Best Actor in supporting role and the Best Actor in leading role at the Africa Movie Academy Awards in the year 2008 and 2009.
Nonso Doibiwas born on 17th July 1976 in Enugu, Nigeria. The actor has starred in more than 150 films. Nonso Diobi is a graduate in Theatre Arts from the University of Nigeria Nsukka. Apart from his film career, the actor is also an Investor, Director and a model. Currently, Nonso is the GLO Ambassador and a philanthropist. His hard work in the Nol...
John Okaforis a highly successful and one of the most sought-after comedian in Nollywood. Okafor enjoys massive popularity in Africa and has a huge fan base. John Okafor is often called as “Mr Ibu” after a famous role he made. John is considered one of the most talented comedian-actor in this industry. Those are some of the famous Nigerian male act...
- Genevive Nnaji. Genevive Nnaji in the last 5 years has maintained the highest standard in the industry. Transitioning from actor to becoming a renowned globally successful producer and director.
- Omotola Jalade Ekeinde. Omotola was in her acting prime in the late 90s and early 2000s. However, the highly respected actress has managed to stay relevant and influential in the industry to date.
- Ini Edo. The University of Calabar graduate is one of Nigerian’s most loved actresses. She began her acting career in 2003, making her debut in the movie, Thick Madam.
- Funke Akindele Bello. Funke came into the limelight after starring in popular United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)-sponsored sitcom I Need to Know, which ran from 1998 to 2002, where she played the character, Bisi, a curious and highly intelligent secondary school student.
Jul 21, 2022 · Ramsey Nouah is one of the most famous Nollywood actors who was born to an Israeli father in the state of Edo, Nigeria on July 16, 1973. The handsome movie star who is perhaps the epitome of Nigerian cinema began his acting career when he first appeared in a soap opera “Fortunes” performed.
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Jan 19, 2022 · If you enjoyed Nollywood content this year, then this list will come as no surprise as it features actors with the most memorable performances.