This table presents a curated and structured list of Nigerian Nollywood actors and actresses, both prominent and emerging, across various genres, languages, and regions of Nigeria. It is designed to serve as a comprehensive biographical reference for researchers, fans, and media professionals interested in the profiles of male and female figures shaping the Nigerian film industry.
Each entry includes:
- Full Name: The actress’s professional or widely recognized name.
- Date of Birth: Where publicly available, to provide age context.
- State of Origin: Indicates the Nigerian state from which the actress hails, offering regional and cultural context.
- Ethnic Group: Highlights the actress’s ethno-cultural identity (e.g., Igbo, Yoruba, Hausa, Ijaw), showcasing the diversity within Nollywood.
- Gender: Specified as Female to distinguish from a similar table of male actors.
- Remarks: Summarizes notable achievements, film contributions, or relevant personal background. It may also include clarifications on media presence or career highlights.
This directory contributes to documenting the evolving landscape of Nollywood by capturing both historical icons and contemporary talents, while reflecting Nigeria’s ethnolinguistic richness and entertainment diversity.
Name | Date of Birth | State of Origin | Ethnic Group | Gender | Remarks |
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Kingsley Abasili | 30 June 1984 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Born in Makurdi, Benue State; known for his striking resemblance to veteran actor Pete Edochie. |
Nuhu Abdullahi | 3 January 1991 | Kano | Hausa/Fulani | Male | Prominent Kannywood actor and producer; gained recognition for his role in "Kanin Miji." |
Kamal Aboki | 1 January 1997 | Kano | Hausa | Male | Popular Hausa-language comedian and skit maker; passed away in January 2023. |
Onuora Abuah | Not specified | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Born in Kenya to a Nigerian-Igbo father and Rwandan/Ugandan mother; actor and filmmaker with international experience. |
Femi Adebayo | 31 December 1978 | Kwara | Yoruba | Male | Son of veteran actor Adebayo Salami (Oga Bello); renowned actor and lawyer. |
Lateef Adedimeji | 1 February 1984 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Versatile actor known for his emotional depth; gained fame with "Kudi Klepto." |
Oyin Adejobi | 1926 | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Veteran dramatist and actor; known for his contributions to Yoruba theatre. |
Odunlade Adekola | 31 December 1978 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Male | Prominent Yoruba actor and filmmaker; celebrated for his roles in indigenous films. |
Daniel Ademinokan | Not specified | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Filmmaker and director; known for his works in Nollywood and collaborations with Stella Damasus. |
Muyiwa Ademola | 26 January 1971 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Award-winning actor and director; known for his role in "Ori." |
Tope Adenibuyan | 19 June 1990 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Also known as Teddy A; singer and reality TV star who ventured into acting. |
Kareem Adepoju | 4 January 1945 | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Popularly known as "Baba Wande"; veteran actor and playwright. |
Sikiru Adesina | 1971 | Kwara | Yoruba | Male | Known as "Arakangudu"; famed for his roles as herbalist or occultist in Yoruba films. |
Gbenga Adeyinka | 7 May 1968 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Comedian, actor, and MC; known as "CFR" (Comedian of the Federal Republic). |
Zulu Adigwe | 27 June 1955 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Veteran actor known for his roles in Nollywood classics. |
Somadina Adinma | 8 May 1999 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Started as a child actor; known for roles in "Ordinary Fellows" and "Breath of Anger." |
Jab Adu | 28 December 1932 | Cross River | Efik | Male | Pioneer actor; known for "The Village Headmaster" and directing "Bisi, Daughter of the River." |
Adeyemi Afolayan | 1940 | Kwara | Yoruba | Male | Also known as "Ade Love"; father of Kunle, Gabriel, and Aremu Afolayan. |
Aremu Afolayan | 2 August 1980 | Kwara | Yoruba | Male | Actor and producer; part of the Afolayan film dynasty. |
Gabriel Afolayan | 1 March 1985 | Kwara | Yoruba | Male | Also known as "G-Fresh"; actor and singer with numerous accolades. |
Kunle Afolayan | 30 September 1975 | Kwara | Yoruba | Male | Renowned filmmaker and actor; known for "The Figurine" and "October 1." |
Olaniyi Afonja | 14 October 1974 | Oyo | Yoruba | Male | Popularly known as "Sanyeri"; comedian and actor in Yoruba films. |
Afeez Agoro | 13 December 1975 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Recognized as Nigeria's tallest man; featured in reality TV and films. |
Chiwetalu Agu | 5 March 1956 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Veteran actor known for his unique catchphrases and comic roles. |
Francis Agu | 18 February 1965 | Lagos | Igbo | Male | Late actor known for his role in "Living in Bondage." |
Julius Agwu | 7 April 1973 | Rivers | Ikwerre | Male | Comedian and actor; known for his stand-up comedy and films. |
Seun Ajayi | 31 March 1989 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Actor known for roles in "The Smart Money Woman" and "Ojukokoro." |
Gbenro Ajibade | 8 December 1985 | Kogi | Yoruba | Male | Model and actor; gained fame from the TV series "Tinsel." |
Samuel Ajibola | 29 December 1989 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Male | Known for his role as "Spiff" in the TV series "The Johnsons." |
Seun Akindele | 7 October 1978 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Male | Actor known for his roles in Nollywood films and TV series. |
Ayo Akinwale | 1946 | Kwara | Yoruba | Male | Late actor and academic; known for his contributions to Yoruba cinema. |
Ifeanyi Akogo | Not specified | Imo | Igbo | Male | Actor known for supporting roles in Nollywood films. |
Alibaba Akpobome | 24 June 1965 | Delta | Urhobo | Male | Pioneer stand-up comedian; also an actor and MC. |
Akpororo | 3 October 1989 | Delta | Urhobo | Male | Comedian and actor; known for energetic performances. |
Jude Akuwudike | 1965 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Nigerian actor educated in England; has appeared in productions of the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre. |
Mahmood Ali-Balogun | 19 July 1959 | Not specified | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian filmmaker, producer, and director; known for directing the award-winning film "Tango with Me." |
Jimoh Aliu | 11 November 1939 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Male | Veteran dramatist and actor; known for his contributions to Yoruba theatre and films. |
Abayomi Alvin | 20 June 1993 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Male | Multi-award-winning Nigerian actor and model; known for roles in various Nollywood television shows and films. |
Fred Amata | 18 May 1963 | Delta | Isoko | Male | Nigerian actor, producer, and director; comes from a family of veteran filmmakers including Zack Amata and Jeta Amata. |
Jeta Amata | 21 August 1974 | Delta | Isoko | Male | Nigerian filmmaker; known for films like "Black November" and "The Amazing Grace." |
Awam Amkpa | Not specified | Kano | Igala | Male | Nigerian-American interdisciplinary artist; professor of drama, film, and social and cultural analysis at New York University. |
Bolaji Amusan | 15 October 1966 | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Also known as Mr. Latin; Nigerian comic actor, filmmaker, director, and producer; president of the Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria since 2018. |
Chet Anekwe | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Male | Nigerian-American actor known for his work in Nollywood and Hollywood films. |
Hanks Anuku | 27 August 1960 | Delta | Igbo | Male | Veteran Nollywood actor known for his roles as a villain in action movies. |
Segun Arinze | 24 September 1965 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian actor and singer; former president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria. |
Ali Artwork | Not specified | Kano | Hausa | Male | Nigerian Kannywood actor and comedian known for his comedic roles in Hausa films. |
Aminu Baba Ari | 21 September 1975 | Kano | Hausa | Male | Nigerian actor and comedian; known for his roles in Hausa movies and also known as Baba Ari. |
Uzor Arukwe | 6 August 1983 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Nigerian actor known for his roles in films like "A Tribe Called Judah" and "Sergeant Tutu." |
Ejike Asiegbu | 8 November 1959 | Abia | Igbo | Male | Nigerian film actor and director; former president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria. |
Chigozie Atuanya | 13 September 1980 | Abia | Igbo | Male | Nigerian actor and producer known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Pascal Atuma | Not specified | Abia | Igbo | Male | Nigerian actor, producer, and director; known for his work in Nollywood and international films. |
Jide Awobona | 9 February 1985 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian actor known for his roles in Yoruba and English Nollywood films. |
Charles Awurum | Not specified | Imo | Igbo | Male | Nigerian comic actor known for his comedic roles in Nollywood movies. |
Ayoola Ayolola | 12 January 1987 | Kano | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian singer and actor; winner of Project Fame West Africa Season 5. |
Baba Dee | 1977 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Dare Fasasi, known professionally as Baba Dee, is a Swedish-Nigerian movie director and dancehall artiste. He was the older brother of Nigerian singer-songwriter, Sound Sultan. |
Lilin Baba | 1 January 1992 | Borno | Hausa | Male | Shu'aibu Ahmed Abbas, known professionally as Lilin Baba, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, record executive, film actor, and entrepreneur. |
Tunde Babalola | Not specified | Not specified | Yoruba | Male | Tunde Babalola is a Nigerian screenwriter known for his work in both the Nigerian and British film industries. |
Bolaji Badejo | 23 August 1953 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Bolaji Badejo was a Nigerian visual artist and actor who became known as one of Hollywood's most unlikely on-screen performers in the role of the Alien in Ridley Scott's 1979 film Alien. |
Okey Bakassi | 23 October 1969 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi, is a Nigerian stand-up comedian and actor. |
Tobi Bakre | 1 June 1994 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Tobi Bakre is a Nigerian actor, model, host, compere, and photographer. |
Saheed Balogun | 5 February 1967 | Oyo | Yoruba | Male | Saheed Balogun is a Nigerian actor, film-maker, director, and producer. |
Mike Bamiloye | 13 April 1960 | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Mike Bamiloye is a Nigerian gospel film actor, dramatist, producer, and director. |
Kunle Bamtefa | Not specified | Not specified | Yoruba | Male | Kunle Bamtefa is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in various Nollywood films. |
Banky W. | 27 March 1981 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Olubankole Wellington, known professionally as Banky W., is a Nigerian singer, rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and politician. |
Abubakar Bashir Maishadda | 2 August 1988 | Kano | Hausa | Male | Abubakar Bashir Abdulkarim, also known as Abubakar Bashir Maishadda, is a Nigerian film producer who works in the Kannywood film industry. |
Basketmouth | 14 September 1978 | Abia | Igbo | Male | Bright Okpocha, known professionally as Basketmouth, is a Nigerian comedian and actor. |
Oga Bello | 9 May 1952 | Kwara | Yoruba | Male | Adebayo Salami, popularly known by his stage name Oga Bello, is a veteran Nigerian Nollywood actor, filmmaker, film producer, and director. |
Joseph Benjamin | 9 November 1976 | Kogi | Igala | Male | Joseph Benjamin is a Nigerian actor, model, voice-over artist, and television presenter. |
Yemi Blaq | 19 May 1978 | Ondo | Yoruba | Male | Yemi Blaq is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in various Nollywood films. |
Bovi | 25 September 1979 | Delta | Itsekiri | Male | Bovi Ugboma, known professionally as Bovi, is a Nigerian stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. |
Femi Branch | 14 May 1970 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Femi Branch is a Nigerian poet, playwright, film actor, and director. |
General Bugantra | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | General Bugantra is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in various Nollywood films. |
Chike (singer) | 28 January 1993 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Chike-Ezekpeazu Osebuka, known professionally as Chike, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actor. He gained recognition as the runner-up on The Voice Nigeria Season 1. |
Tchidi Chikere | 10 October 1975 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Tchidi Chikere is a Nigerian film director, producer, scriptwriter, actor, and singer. He has over 100 films and two music albums to his credit. |
Blossom Chukwujekwu | 4 November 1983 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Chukwudi Echezona Chukwujekwu, known as Blossom Chukwujekwu, is a Nigerian actor who made his professional acting debut in 2009. |
Conphidance | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Male | Uchenna "Conphidance" Echeazu is a Nigerian-American actor, writer, comedian, musician, and producer. He is known for starring in the Apple TV+ series "Little America." |
Jibola Dabo | 12 August 1942 | Ondo | Yoruba | Male | Jibola Dabo is a Nigerian actor who won the award for Best Actor of the Year at the Zuma Film Festival. He is known for his role in the movie "Dirty Secrets." |
Daniel K. Daniel | 22 May 1986 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Daniel Kanayo Daniel is a Nigerian actor, model, voice-over artist, and event compere. He is known for his roles in Nollywood films and has won several awards. |
Jude Thomas Dawam | 31 January 1979 | Plateau | Not specified | Male | Jude Thomas Longtong Dawam is a Nigerian radio personality, actor, and musician. He started out as a musician playing the guitar before becoming a radio personality and actor. |
Sam Dede | 17 November 1965 | Rivers | Ijaw | Male | Samuel Dedetoku, known as Sam Dede, is a Nigerian actor, director, politician, and lecturer. He is known for his role in the film "Ijele" and has won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role. |
Nonso Diobi | 17 July 1976 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Nonso Diobi is a Nigerian actor and film director. He has starred in numerous Nollywood films and is known for his versatility in acting. |
Frank D Don | Not specified | Delta | Urhobo | Male | Frank D Don is a Nigerian comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and roles in Nollywood films. |
Frank Donga | 13 October 1978 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Kunle Idowu, popularly known as Frank Donga, is a Nigerian actor and comedian who gained fame through his web series "The Interview." |
Falalu A Dorayi | 4 January 1977 | Kano | Hausa | Male | Falalu Abubakar Dorayi is a Nigerian film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor known for his work in the Kannywood film industry. |
Patrick Doyle | 23 March 1961 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Patrick Doyle is a veteran Nigerian actor and broadcaster known for his roles in Nollywood films and television. |
Francis Duru | 27 July 1969 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Francis Duru is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films and his contributions to the Nigerian film industry. |
Pete Edochie | 7 March 1947 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Pete Edochie is a veteran Nigerian actor known for his role in the film "Things Fall Apart" and is considered one of Africa's most talented actors. |
Yul Edochie | 7 January 1982 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Yul Edochie is a Nigerian actor and the son of veteran actor Pete Edochie. He is known for his roles in Nollywood films and his political aspirations. |
Sam Loco Efe | 25 December 1945 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Sam Loco Efe was a Nigerian actor and comedian known for his comic roles in Nollywood films. He passed away in 2011. |
Albert Egbe | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Albert Egbe is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Timini Egbuson | 10 June 1987 | Bayelsa | Ijaw | Male | Timini Egbuson is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films and television series. |
Zeb Ejiro | 1 January 1950 | Delta | Urhobo | Male | Zeb Ejiro is a Nigerian film producer and director known for his contributions to the Nigerian film industry. |
Prince Eke | 18 August 1977 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Prince Eke is a Nigerian actor, director, and writer known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Keppy Ekpenyong | 21 March 1965 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Male | Keppy Ekpenyong is a Nigerian actor and producer known for his roles in Nollywood films and television series. |
Alexx Ekubo | 10 April 1986 | Abia | Igbo | Male | Alexx Ekubo is a Nigerian actor and model known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Desmond Elliot | 4 February 1974 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Desmond Elliot is a Nigerian actor, director, and politician known for his roles in Nollywood films and his political career. |
Emeka Ani | Not specified | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Emeka Ani is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Enebeli Elebuwa | 14 February 1946 | Delta | Urhobo | Male | Enebeli Elebuwa was a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films. He passed away in 2012. |
Pete Eneh | Not specified | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Pete Eneh was a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films. He passed away in 2012. |
Emeka Enyiocha | 6 March 1972 | Abia | Igbo | Male | Emeka Enyiocha is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Twyse Ereme | 28 July 1992 | Edo | Edo | Male | Ereme Abraham, known as Twyse, is a Nigerian comedian and |
Adebayo Faleti | 26 December 1921 | Oyo | Yoruba | Male | Adebayo Faleti was Africa's first newscaster, Nigeria's first film editor, and a pioneer of the first television station in Africa. He was a poet, journalist, writer, and actor known for translating Nigeria's National Anthem into Yoruba and for his roles in Yoruba plays and films. |
Shawn Faqua | 6 June 1988 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Shawn Faqua is a Nigerian actor, model, and presenter known for his role in "Lagos Cougars." He holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and transitioned to acting in 2014. |
Peter Fatomilola | 16 January 1946 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Male | Peter Fatomilola is a Nigerian dramatist, film actor, poet, and playwright. He is known for his roles in Yoruba films and was the first actor to play the role of "Papa Ajasco." |
Sola Fosudo | 18 March 1958 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Sola Fosudo is a Nigerian dramatist, scholar, critic, and film actor. He is the head of the Department of Theatre Art at Lagos State University and has featured in several Nigerian films. |
Cheng Fuller | 15 April 1980 | Cross River | Efik | Male | Cheng Fuller is a Nigerian actor and marketing professional known for his roles in Nollywood films and his work in the marketing industry. |
Mike Godson | 10 October 1985 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Michael Godson Ifeanyichukwu, known as Mike Godson, is a Nigerian actor born in Kano State but hails from Imo State. He has featured in numerous Nollywood films and is known for his roles in romantic dramas. |
Umar Gombe | 5 April 1983 | Gombe | Fulani | Male | Umar Sani Labaran, popularly known as Umar Gombe, is a renowned Kannywood actor, director, and filmmaker. |
Ado Gwanja | 22 January 1990 | Kano | Hausa/Shuwa Arab | Male | Ado Isah Gwanja is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actor in the Kannywood film industry. His father is Hausa from Kano, and his mother is of Shuwa Arab ethnicity from Borno State. |
Hafizu Bello | 5 April 1974 | Kano | Hausa | Male | Hafizu Bello is a Nigerian film director and scriptwriter known for his work in the Kannywood industry. |
Taiwo Hassan | 31 October 1959 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Taiwo Hassan, also known as Ogogo, is a veteran Nigerian actor, producer, and director known for his roles in Yoruba-language films. |
Browny Igboegwu | 30 August 1976 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Brown Ifeanyi Igboegwu, known as Browny Igboegwu, is a Nigerian actor who began his career in Nollywood in 2005. |
Ifeanyi Emmanuel Igboke | 10 October 1998 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Ifeanyi Emmanuel Igboke is a Canadian-based Nigerian actor and movie producer known for his role in the film 'Crosses'. |
Olaiya Igwe | 27 July 1957 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Lukman Ebun Oloyede, popularly known as Olaiya Igwe, is a Nigerian actor and movie producer with over forty years in the industry. |
Osita Iheme | 20 February 1982 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Osita Iheme is a Nigerian actor widely known for playing the role of 'Pawpaw' in the film 'Aki na Ukwa'. |
Chris Iheuwa | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Chris Iheuwa is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Kalu Ikeagwu | 18 May 1972 | Abia | Igbo | Male | Kalu Ikeagwu is a Nigerian actor and writer known for his roles in Nollywood films and television series. |
Chinedu Ikedieze | 12 December 1977 | Abia | Igbo | Male | Chinedu Ikedieze, MFR, is a Nigerian actor best known for playing alongside Osita Iheme in the film 'Aki na Ukwa'. |
Kelvin Ikeduba | 21 August 1976 | Delta | Igbo | Male | Kelvin Ngozi Ikeduba is a Nigerian actor known for his versatility in both English and Yoruba-language films. |
Emmanuel Ikubese | 12 August 1991 | Delta | Urhobo | Male | Emmanuel Ikubese is a Nigerian actor and model who won the Mr. Nigeria contest in 2014. |
Chimezie Imo | 7 January 1992 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Chimezie Imo is a Nigerian actor and model best known for his roles in 'Nimbe' and 'MTV Shuga Naija'. |
Charles Inojie | 4 March 1970 | Edo | Edo | Male | Charles Inojie is a Nigerian actor, comedian, and director known for his roles in comedy films. |
Akinwunmi Isola | 24 December 1939 | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Akinwunmi Isola was a Nigerian playwright, actor, and scholar known for his works in promoting the Yoruba language. |
Efa Iwara | 20 August 1990 | Cross River | Efik | Male | Efa Iwara is a Nigerian actor and rapper known for his roles in Nollywood films and television series. |
Chukwudi Iwuji | 15 October 1975 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Chukwudi Iwuji is a Nigerian-British actor known for his work in theatre and television, including roles in the Royal Shakespeare Company. |
Bruno Iwuoha | 6 October 1952 | Abia | Igbo | Male | Bruno Iwuoha was a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films. He passed away in 2021. |
Jim Iyke | 25 September 1976 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Jim Iyke is a Nigerian actor and entrepreneur known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Femi Jacobs | 8 May 1980 | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Femi Jacobs is a Nigerian actor and singer known for his role in the film 'The Meeting'. |
Olu Jacobs | 11 July 1942 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Olu Jacobs is a veteran Nigerian actor known for his work in Nollywood and international films. |
Ibrahim Jammal | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Ibrahim Jammal is a Nigerian actor and production manager known for his roles in "The Delivery Boy," "Green White Green," and "The Last Tree." |
Seun Sean Jimoh | 16 October 1984 | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Seun Sean Jimoh is a Nigerian actor based in the United States, known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Jimmy Johnson | 1940 | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Jimmy Johnson was a Nigerian actor, writer, and broadcaster, best known for his role as Okoro in the 1980s TV series "The Village Headmaster." He passed away on 8 July 2020. |
Josh2Funny | 18 December 1990 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Chibuike Josh Alfred, known as Josh2Funny, is a Nigerian comedian, actor, and musician who gained fame through his unique brand of online comedy. |
Hakeem Kae-Kazim | 1 October 1962 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Hakeem Kae-Kazim is a British-Nigerian actor known for his roles in "Hotel Rwanda," "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End," and the TV series "24." |
Ifeanyi Kalu | 13 February 1980 | Lagos | Igbo | Male | Ifeanyi Kalu is a Nigerian television and film actor, model, and fashion designer known for his role in "Lagos Cougars" and the series "Allison's Stand." |
Kanayo O. Kanayo | 1 March 1962 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Anayo Modestus Onyekwere, known as Kanayo O. Kanayo, is a celebrated Nigerian actor, lawyer, and philanthropist, renowned for his captivating performances in Nollywood. |
Kheengz | 8 July 1992 | Kaduna | Kadara | Male | King Bawa, known as Kheengz, is a Nigerian rapper and actor, recognized for his contributions to the Northern Nigerian music scene. |
Jide Kosoko | 12 January 1954 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Jide Kosoko is a veteran Nigerian actor, director, and producer with a career spanning several decades in the Nollywood industry. |
Titi Kuti | Not specified | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Titilope Kuti, known as Titi Kuti, is a Nigerian actor, film producer, television personality, and model, well known for his role in "King of Boys: The Return of the King." |
Antar Laniyan | Not specified | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Antar Laniyan is a Nigerian film actor, producer, and director, notable for his work in the Nigerian film industry. |
Yomi Fash Lanso | 7 June 1968 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Yomi Fash Lanso is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Yoruba-language films and has received several awards for his performances. |
Obafemi Lasode | Not specified | Not specified | Yoruba | Male | Obafemi Lasode is a Nigerian actor, producer, and director, recognized for his contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry. |
Frederick Leonard | 1 May 1980 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Frederick Leonard is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films and has received accolades for his performances. |
Dejumo Lewis | 1943 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Dejumo Lewis was a Nigerian film and television actor, famous for his role as Kabiyesi in "The Village Headmaster." He passed away on 23 December 2023. |
Daniel Lloyd | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Daniel Lloyd is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Tobi Makinde | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Tobi Makinde is a Nigerian actor recognized for his work in the entertainment industry. |
Ayo Makun | 19 August 1971 | Ondo | Yoruba | Male | Ayo Makun, known as AY, is a Nigerian comedian, actor, and filmmaker, widely known for his stand-up comedy and roles in Nollywood films. |
Mansur Makeup | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Mansur Makeup is a Nigerian actor known for his roles in the Kannywood film industry. |
Orlando Martins | 8 December 1899 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Orlando Martins was a pioneering Nigerian actor who appeared in British and American films during the early to mid-20th century. |
Zubby Michael | 1 February 1985 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Zubby Michael is a Nigerian actor and movie producer known for his roles in action-packed Nollywood films. |
Richard Mofe-Damijo | 6 July 1961 | Delta | Urhobo | Male | Richard Mofe-Damijo, often referred to as RMD, is a veteran Nigerian actor and former Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Delta State. |
Chidi Mokeme | 17 March 1972 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Chidi Mokeme is a Nigerian actor and reality show host, known for his versatile roles in Nollywood films. |
Mr Macaroni | 3 May 1993 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Debo Adebayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, is a Nigerian comedian, actor, and activist, recognized for his satirical skits. |
Yakubu Muhammed | Not specified | Not specified | Hausa | Male | Yakubu Muhammed is a Nigerian actor, producer, and director, prominent in the Kannywood film industry. |
Rabilu Musa | 12 December 1971 | Kano | Hausa | Male | Rabilu Musa, also known as Dan Ibro, was a Nigerian comedian and actor in the Kannywood film industry. He passed away on 9 December 2014. |
Bolanle Ninalowo | 7 May 1980 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Bolanle Ninalowo, also known as Nino, is a celebrated Nigerian actor and film producer. He was born on 7 May 1980 in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria. |
John Njamah | 17 April 1978 | Imo | Igbo | Male | John Njamah is a Nigerian actor, director, and producer with a career spanning over two decades. Born on 17 April in Orlu, Imo State, he studied Dramatic Arts at Obafemi Awolowo University. |
Ndave David Njoku | Not specified | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Ndave David Njoku is a Nigerian filmmaker and production manager in the Nollywood industry. He hails from Ukelefi in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State. |
Chris Nkulor | Not specified | Abia | Igbo | Male | Chris Nkulor was a Nigerian actor born in Abia State. He passed away on 22 April 2014 in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. |
Akah Nnani | 31 January 1987 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Akah Nnani is a Nigerian actor, TV host, content creator, and YouTuber, well known for his supporting role in Banana Island Ghost. |
Livinus Nnochiri | 23 November 1958 | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Livinus Nnochiri is a Nigerian actor who was awarded the 2018 City People Movie Special Recognition Award. |
Ramsey Nouah | 19 December 1970 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Ramsey Nouah was born on 19 December 1970 in Lagos, Nigeria. He is a renowned Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Charles Novia | 20 November 1971 | Edo | Edo | Male | Charles Novia is a Nigerian film director, producer, actor, and writer, born in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. |
Charles Olumo | July 1923 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Also known as Agbako, he was a veteran Yoruba actor who began acting in 1953. He passed away on 31 October 2024 at the age of 101. |
Babs Olusanmokun | 18 September 1984 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian-American actor known for roles in "Dune" and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds". |
Chuks Omalicha | 5 May 1985 | Delta | Igbo | Male | Nigerian film actor, entrepreneur, and producer, best known for his role as "Derick" in the 2011 movie "Rain Drop". |
Sunday Omobolanle | 10 October 1954 | Oyo | Yoruba | Male | Also known as Papi Luwe, he is a renowned comic actor, playwright, and director. |
Sunkanmi Omobolanle | 1 March 1981 | Oyo | Yoruba | Male | Son of Sunday Omobolanle, he is a Nigerian film actor and director known for his roles in Yoruba films. |
Felix Ugo Omokhodion | 27 April 1986 | Lagos | Edo/Igbo | Male | Nigerian actor, model, and filmmaker, known for his role in the TV series "One Love". |
Akin Omotoso | 1974 | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian-born South African actor, writer, and director, known for his role in the soapie "Generations". |
Ikechukwu Onunaku | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Male | Nigerian actor, rapper, and singer, known for his role in "The Wedding Party". |
Ikechukwu Onyeka | Not specified | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Prolific Nollywood filmmaker from Umuoji in Idemili North Local Government Area. |
Zack Orji | 1960 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Veteran actor, director, and producer, known for his role in "Glamour Girls". |
Saheed Osupa | Not specified | Oyo | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian Fuji musician and actor, known for his contributions to Yoruba films. |
Olumide Oworu | 11 December 1994 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian actor, model, and rapper, known for his role in the TV series "The Johnsons". |
Tunji Oyelana | 4 October 1939 | Not specified | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian musician and actor, known for his role in the sitcom "Sura de Tailor". |
Afeez Oyetoro | 20 August 1963 | Oyo | Yoruba | Male | Also known as Saka, he is a Nigerian comic actor and lecturer. |
Kola Oyewo | 27 March 1946 | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Veteran actor, dramatist, and scholar, known for his role in "The Gods Are Not to Blame". |
Lere Paimo | 19 November 1939 | Osun | Yoruba | Male | Also known as Eda Onile Ola, he is a veteran Yoruba actor and producer. |
Wasiu Alabi Pasuma | 27 November 1967 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian Fuji musician and actor, known for his roles in Yoruba films. |
Usman Baba Pategi | Not specified | Niger | Nupe | Male | Also known as Samanja, he is a veteran actor known for his roles in Hausa films. |
Robert O. Peters | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Nigerian actor, director, and producer, known for directing the movie "30 Days in Atlanta". |
Junior Pope | 7 May 1984 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Nigerian actor, known for his roles in action and romantic films. |
Yinka Quadri | 6 September 1959 | Kwara | Yoruba | Male | Veteran actor, film producer, and director, known for his roles in Yoruba films. |
Radiogad | 14 April 1991 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Also known as Destiny Ezeyim, he is a multifaceted media personality, actor, and radio host. |
Kunle Remi | 18 October 1988 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Male | Actor and model, rose to fame after winning Gulder Ultimate Search in 2010. |
Nosa Rex | 4 May 1984 | Edo | Bini | Male | Known as Baba Rex, he is an actor and film producer with numerous Nollywood credits. |
Femi Robinson | 27 September 1940 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Renowned for his lead role in the TV series "The Village Headmaster." |
Samuel Abiola Robinson | 30 June 1998 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Actor known for his role in the Indian film "Sudani from Nigeria." |
Sammi Rotibi | 5 August (Year unspecified) | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian-American actor known for roles in "Django Unchained" and "Batman v Superman." |
Aminu Saira | 20 April 1979 | Kano | Hausa | Male | Prominent Kannywood filmmaker and director, known for the series "Labarina." |
Sadiq Sani Sadiq | 2 February 1981 | Plateau | Hausa | Male | Kannywood actor with awards including the 2015 Kannywood Awards. |
Sexy Steel | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Nigerian musician and actor known for his stylish persona. |
TY Shaban | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Nigerian actor and filmmaker in the Kannywood industry. |
Aminu Shariff | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Kannywood actor and director known for various Hausa films. |
Yemi Shodimu | Not specified | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Veteran actor and broadcaster, known for his role in "Oleku." |
Olly Sholotan | Not specified | Not specified | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian-American actor and musician, starred in "Bel-Air." |
Ishaq Sidi Ishaq | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Nigerian filmmaker and director in the Kannywood industry. |
Slimcase | Not specified | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian singer and actor known for his street-hop style. |
SLK (comedian) | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Nigerian comedian and actor known for his stand-up performances. |
Jimi Solanke | 4 July 1942 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Veteran actor, dramatist, and folk singer in Nigeria. |
Emmanuel Somto | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Nigerian actor and model known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Baba Suwe | 22 August 1958 | Lagos | Yoruba | Male | Popular Yoruba comic actor, passed away in November 2021. |
Swanky JKA | 1 October 1991 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Known for his lead role in the film "Living in Bondage: Breaking Free." |
Tope Tedela | 5 June 1990 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Male | Nigerian actor and producer, known for his roles in films like "A Mile from Home" and "Suru L'ere". |
Tarila Thompson | Not specified | Bayelsa | Ijaw | Male | Nigerian actor and filmmaker, known for his contributions to the Nollywood industry. |
Dejo Tunfulu | 31 May 1972 | Ogun | Yoruba | Male | Yoruba comic actor, known for his roles in Yoruba-language films. |
Bob-Manuel Udokwu | 18 April 1968 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Veteran actor and politician, known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Derek Ugochukwu | March 1983 | Rivers | Igbo | Male | Nigerian-Irish actor and writer, recognized for his work in Irish cinema. |
Tony Umez | 23 August 1964 | Anambra | Igbo | Male | Veteran actor, known for his roles in both English and Yoruba-language films. |
Ime Bishop Umoh | 15 July 1981 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Male | Nigerian actor and comedian, popularly known as "Okon Lagos". |
Jeff Unaegbu | 1 October 1979 | Enugu | Igbo | Male | Nigerian writer, researcher, and actor, known for his contributions to literature and film. |
Alex Usifo | 16 April 1953 | Edo | Edo | Male | Veteran actor, known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Uzee Usman | 11 November 1986 | Kaduna | Hausa | Male | Nigerian actor and producer, known for his work in both Nollywood and Kannywood industries. |
Okey Uzoeshi | 8 April 1983 | Imo | Igbo | Male | Nigerian actor and musician, known for his roles in films like "Couple of Days". |
Nedu Wazobia | 5 August 1982 | Kaduna | Igbo | Male | Nigerian on-air personality, comedian, and actor, known for his work with Wazobia FM. |
J.T. Tom West | 19 December 1965 | Rivers | Ijaw | Male | Nigerian actor, known for his roles in action films; passed away in 2006. |
Yhemolee | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Male | Nigerian actor and media personality, known for his roles in Nollywood films. |
Norbert Young | 3 July 1960 | Delta | Urhobo | Male | Veteran actor, known for his roles in Nigerian television and film. |
Adam A. Zango | 1 October 1985 | Kaduna | Hausa | Male | Nigerian actor, singer, and producer, prominent in the Kannywood industry. |
Sadiq Zazzabi | Not specified | Kano | Hausa | Male | Nigerian singer and actor, known for his contributions to Hausa-language films. |
Nafisat Abdullahi | 23 January 1991 | Plateau | Hausa | Female | Nigerian actress, director, and filmmaker in the Kannywood film industry. She began her career in 2010 and has won several awards for her performances. |
Munachi Abii | 5 November 1987 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian rapper, songwriter, and former beauty queen who won Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) in 2007. |
Aisha Abimbola | 19 December 1970 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba films. She passed away in 2018. |
Abiri Oluwabusayo | 29 October 1993 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and reality TV star, popularly known as Khloe from Big Brother Naija. |
Toyin Abraham | 5 September 1982 | Edo | Yoruba | Female | Prominent Nigerian actress and filmmaker known for her roles in Yoruba and English films. |
Halima Abubakar | 12 June 1985 | Kogi | Ebira | Female | Nigerian actress and producer, recognized for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Sandra Achums | 19 November 1967 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress who gained prominence in the 1990s; currently resides in Germany. |
Adunni Ade | 7 June 1976 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian-American actress and model known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Bimbo Ademoye | 4 February 1991 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress recognized for her roles in contemporary Nollywood films. |
Ayo Adesanya | 11 August 1969 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress, director, and producer known for her roles in both Yoruba and English-language films. |
Funke Adesiyan | 14 March 1986 | Oyo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and politician who served as Personal Assistant to the President on Domestic and Social Events. |
Mayen Adetiba | 1954 | Ilorin | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and civil engineer, mother of filmmaker Kemi Adetiba. |
Uyoyou Adia | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nollywood actress and film director known for "Charge and Bail" and "Hey You". |
Nengi Adoki | 17 January 1990 | Rivers | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress, director, singer, and songwriter contributing to Nollywood. |
Lilian Afegbai | 11 November 1991 | Edo | Bini | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer, winner of the 2018 AMVCA for Indigenous Movie of the Year. |
Toyin Afolayan | 24 September 1959 | Kwara | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress known as Lola Idije, prominent in Yoruba cinema. |
Afro Candy | 12 July 1971 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress, director, producer, singer-songwriter, and model. |
Queeneth Agbor | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ijeoma Grace Agu | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress recognized for her performances in various films. |
Padita Agu | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and vlogger known for sharing personal experiences. |
Mercy Aigbe | 1 January 1978 | Edo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress, director, and businesswoman known for her Yoruba language movies. |
Idia Aisien | 4 July 1991 | Lagos | Not specified | Female | Nigerian-American model, TV presenter, and actress. |
Tunbosun Aiyedehin | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Bisola Aiyeola | 21 January 1986 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and singer who gained fame after participating in Big Brother Naija. |
Taiwo Ajai-Lycett | 3 February 1941 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress and journalist with a career spanning decades. |
Eniola Ajao | 21 January 1983 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba films. |
Bukky Ajayi | 2 February 1934 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Late veteran Nigerian actress known for her contributions to Nollywood. |
Fisayo Ajisola | 6 August 1991 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress, model, and singer known for her roles in television series. |
Funke Akindele | 24 August 1977 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and producer, famous for her role in "Jenifa's Diary". |
Kemi Lala Akindoju | 8 March 1987 | Ondo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her work in stage and film productions. |
Bimbo Akintola | 5 May 1970 | Oyo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress recognized for her performances in Nollywood films. |
Venita Akpofure | 1 January 1987 | Delta | Itsekiri | Female | Nigerian actress and reality TV star known for her appearance in Big Brother Naija. |
Tope Alabi | 27 October 1970 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian gospel singer, film music composer, and actress. |
Tunde Aladese | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress and screenwriter known for her work in Nollywood. |
Sophie Alakija | 7 February 1993 | Lagos | Efik | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Bose Alao | 6 January 1985 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her performances in Yoruba movies. |
Hadiza Aliyu | 1 June 1989 | Kano | Hausa | Female | Nigerian actress and filmmaker prominent in the Kannywood film industry. |
Hauwa Allahbura | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her work in Nollywood. |
Joy Alphonsus | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Mbong Amata | 21 September 1985 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian actress and former beauty queen known for her roles in Nollywood. |
Ada Ameh | 15 May 1974 | Benue | Idoma | Female | Late Nigerian actress known for her role in the TV series "The Johnsons". |
Lucy Ameh | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her performances in Nollywood films. |
Dayo Amusa | 20 July 1983 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and singer known for her roles in Yoruba movies. |
Chidinma and Chidiebere Aneke | 6 August 1986 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian identical twin actresses known for their roles in Nollywood films. |
Uzoamaka Aniunoh | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and writer known for her performances in Nollywood. |
Liz Anjorin | 4 April 1980 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Yoruba films. |
Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi | 24 November 1969 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and presenter known for her work in television and film. |
Teni Aofiyebi | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Chinonso Arubayi | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and media personality known for her work in Nollywood. |
Sola Asedeko | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her performances in Nollywood films. |
Shalewa Ashafa | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Regina Askia-Williams | 16 December 1967 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and former beauty queen known for her roles in Nollywood. |
Alex Asogwa | 15 February 1996 | Lagos | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and reality TV star known for her appearance in Big Brother Naija. |
Halima Atete | 26 November 1988 | Borno | Kanuri | Female | Nigerian actress and producer prominent in the Kannywood film industry. |
Esther Audu | 22 March 1982 | Kogi | Igala | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Isabella Ayuk | 10 May 1986 | Cross River | Efik | Female | Nigerian actress and former beauty queen who won Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 2012. |
Lilian Bach | 9 November 1970 | Lagos | Yoruba/Polish | Female | Nigerian actress and former model, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Eniola Badmus | 7 September 1982 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and producer, recognized for her role in the film "Jenifa". |
Rachel Bakam | 11 September 1982 | Kaduna | Bajju | Female | Nigerian actress, TV presenter, and producer; passed away in 2021. |
Fausat Balogun | 13 February 1959 | Kwara | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Yoruba actress, popularly known as "Madam Saje". |
Zainab Balogun | 10 October 1989 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | British-Nigerian actress and TV presenter, known for co-founding "The J-ist TV". |
Gloria Bamiloye | 4 February 1964 | Osun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian gospel actress and co-founder of Mount Zion Drama Ministry. |
Kehinde Bankole | 27 March 1985 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and model, known for her roles in "Super Story" and "Blood Sisters". |
Anna Banner | 18 February 1995 | Bayelsa | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and beauty queen, crowned Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 2013. |
Yetunde Barnabas | 30 August 1990 | Kogi | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian model and actress, known for her role as Miss Pepeiye in "Papa Ajasco". |
Shaffy Bello | Not specified | Not specified | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and singer, known for her roles in Yoruba and English films. |
Liz Benson | 5 April 1966 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Omotu Bissong | Not specified | Cross River | Efik | Female | Nigerian model and actress, former Miss Nigeria. |
Maryam Booth | 28 October 1993 | Kano | Hausa | Female | Nigerian actress, known for her roles in Kannywood films. |
Patti Boulaye | 3 May 1954 | Mid-Western Region | Efik/Igbo | Female | British-Nigerian singer and actress, known for her role in "Bisi, Daughter of the River". |
Ego Boyo | 6 September 1968 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and producer, known for her role in "Checkmate". |
Princess Brun Njua | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Cameroonian-born actress, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Omasan Buwa | Not specified | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Nigerian actress and former beauty queen, crowned Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 1987. |
Chigul | 14 May 1976 | Lagos | Igbo | Female | Nigerian comedian, singer, and actress known for her accents and comedic characters. |
Caroline Chikezie | 19 February 1974 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | British-Nigerian actress known for roles in "As If" and "Footballers' Wives". |
Monalisa Chinda | 13 September 1974 | Rivers | Ikwerre/Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Chinneylove Eze | 11 August 1988 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian film producer and director, founder of Chinneylove Eze Productions. |
Lota Chukwu | 29 November 1989 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her role as "Kiki" in "Jenifa's Diary". |
Regina Chukwu | 23 March 1980 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress, film producer, and director. |
Clarion Chukwura | 24 July 1964 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress and humanitarian. |
Stephanie Coker | 28 November 1988 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian on-air personality and television presenter for MTV Base Africa and EbonyLife TV. |
Abimbola Craig | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress and producer, known for her role in "Skinny Girl in Transit". |
Liz Da-Silva | 10 May 1978 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and movie producer of Togolese descent, featuring predominantly in the Yoruba movie industry. |
Omowumi Dada | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Stella Damasus | 24 April 1978 | Delta | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and singer, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Regina Daniels | 10 October 2000 | Delta | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Foluke Daramola | 15 February 1978 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and producer, known for her roles in Yoruba films. |
Rukayya Dawayya | 17 October 1985 | Kano | Hausa | Female | Nigerian Kannywood actress and businesswoman. |
Michelle Dede | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress and television presenter, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Najite Dede | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress and director, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ini Dima-Okojie | 24 June 1990 | Edo | Edo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Hilda Dokubo | 22 October 1969 | Rivers | Ijaw | Female | Nigerian actress and activist, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Luchy Donalds | 28 May 1991 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Iretiola Doyle | 3 May 1967 | Ondo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and television presenter, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Simi Drey | 21 June 1989 | Ibadan | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and television presenter, known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Abiodun Duro-Ladipo | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress and producer, known for her roles in Yoruba films. |
Amanda Ebeye | 30 April 1986 | Delta | Agbor | Female | Nigerian actress and model known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ololade Ebong | Not specified | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nollywood film director and cinematographer, CEO of Speed Films Productions. |
Theresa Edem | 6 January | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian actress and filmmaker known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Eku Edewor | 18 December 1986 | Delta | Yoruba | Female | British-Nigerian actress, television presenter, and model known for hosting "53 Extra". |
Ini Edo | 23 April 1982 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Prominent Nigerian actress with numerous Nollywood film credits. |
Rita Edochie | 16 April 1968 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Seyi Edun | 4 June 1993 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer, known for her work in Yoruba cinema. |
Belinda Effah | 14 December 1989 | Cross River | Efik | Female | Nigerian actress and presenter, also known as Grace-Charis Bassey. |
Dakore Egbuson-Akande | 14 October 1978 | Bayelsa | Ijaw | Female | Nigerian actress and ambassador for various organizations. |
Linda Ejiofor | 17 July 1986 | Abia | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her role in the TV series "Tinsel". |
Eme Ufot Ekaette | Not specified | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Chacha Eke | 17 July 1987 | Ebonyi | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Mercy Eke | 29 September 1993 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian media personality and actress, winner of Big Brother Naija season 4. |
Uru Eke | 11 October 1979 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Nazo Ekezie | 22 December 1990 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Uche Elendu | 14 July 1983 | Abia | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Jennifer Eliogu | 30 April 1976 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and singer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Emmanuella | 22 July 2010 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian child comedian and actress known for her work with Mark Angel Comedy. |
Yvonne Enakhena | 29 March 1986 | Edo | Bini | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ifu Ennada | 23 July 1992 | Abia | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and fashion designer, former Big Brother Naija housemate. |
Eve Esin | 17 October 1981 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Lilian Esoro | 13 March 1982 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Christy Essien-Igbokwe | 11 November 1960 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Late Nigerian musician and actress, known as "Nigeria's Lady of Songs". |
Tamara Eteimo | 24 July 1987 | Bayelsa | Ijaw | Female | Nigerian actress and singer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Adesua Etomi | 22 February 1988 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Lizzy Evoeme | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her role as Ovuleria in the TV series "New Masquerade". |
Chelsea Eze | 15 November 1985 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Sharon Ezeamaka | 24 October 1992 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ngozi Ezeonu | 23 May 1965 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ibinabo Fiberesima | 13 January 1970 | Rivers | Kalabari | Female | Nigerian actress and former president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria. |
Mosun Filani | 5 July 1968 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba films. |
Monica Friday | 19 April 1988 | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Iya Gbonkan | 14 September 1958 | Osun | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba films. |
Jumoke George | 26 February 1963 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba films. |
Shan George | 21 April 1970 | Cross River | Efik | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Saratu Gidado | 17 January 1968 | Kano | Hausa | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Kannywood films. |
Bikiya Graham-Douglas | Not specified | Rivers/Bayelsa | Ijaw | Female | Nigerian-born, British-trained actress and performing artist. She holds a B.A. in Business Economics with Business Law from the University of Portsmouth and received her acting training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts, the Bridge Theatre Company, and the Oxford School of Drama. |
Lanre Hassan | 3 October 1950 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian film actress, widely known as Iya Awero, who primarily appears in the Yoruba-language cinema of Nollywood. |
Keira Hewatch | 8 November 1985 | Cross River | Efik | Female | Nigerian actress, singer, songwriter, and writer, best known for her role as 'Keche' in the movie Two Brides and a Baby, as well as her role as Peace Nwosu in the television series Lekki Wives. |
Carolyna Hutchings | 26 June 1987 | Cross River | Efik | Female | Scottish-Nigerian actress, film producer, interior designer, businesswoman, and philanthropist. She began her acting journey in 2004 and gained the spotlight with her role in Deadly Care. |
Elvina Ibru | Not specified | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Nigerian actress and on-air personality. She worked for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) as a broadcaster and also acted in theatre productions before returning to Nigeria. |
Etinosa Idemudia | 9 March 1986 | Edo | Edo | Female | Nigerian actress and filmmaker. She is a graduate of Computer Engineering from Covenant University and obtained a Diploma in Performing Arts from the Royal Arts Academy. |
Hafsat Idris | 14 July 1987 | Kano | Hausa | Female | Nigerian actress and filmmaker in the Kannywood film industry. She made her first appearance in a movie titled Barauniya in 2016. |
Osas Ighodaro | 26 October 1990 | Edo | Edo | Female | Nigerian-American actress, television host, and philanthropist. She won the 2010 Miss Black USA Pageant and founded the Joyful Joy Foundation, a fundraising organization for malaria. |
Maureen Ihua | Not specified | Rivers | Ikwerre | Female | Nollywood actress who has acted in movies such as Domitila, Unplanned, and Unpredictable. She has featured in about 100 movies in the Nollywood industry. |
Nse Ikpe-Etim | 21 October 1974 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian actress known for her role in the movie Reloaded. She has received several awards and nominations for her performances in Nollywood films. |
Ini Ikpe | Not specified | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian actress who began her film career in 2003 and has acted in over 100 movies since that time. She was awarded Best Supporting Actress for the movie Kokomma in 2012. |
Patience Oghre Imobhio | Not specified | Edo | Edo | Female | Nigerian film and television director known for her work in Nollywood. |
Emem Inwang | Not specified | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Victoria Inyama | 23 November 1970 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress who gained prominence in the 1990s for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Sonia Irabor | 3 January 1990 | Lagos | Edo | Female | Nigerian writer, filmmaker, and actress. She is the daughter of media personalities Soni and Betty Irabor. |
Efe Irele | 4 September 1990 | Edo | Edo | Female | Nigerian actress and model known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Chinwe Isaac | Not specified | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Nancy Isime | 17 December 1991 | Edo | Edo | Female | Nigerian actress, model, and media personality known for hosting The Nancy Isime Show. |
Uduak Isong | Not specified | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian screenwriter and producer known for her work in Nollywood. |
Oghenekaro Itene | Not specified | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Somkele Idhalama | 23 May 1988 | Delta | Itsekiri | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films such as The Wedding Party and 93 Days. |
Farida Jalal (Nigerian actress) | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Information not available. |
Yvonne Jegede | 25 August 1983 | Edo | Edo | Female | Nigerian actress, film producer, and model known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ruth Kadiri | 24 March 1988 | Edo | Bini | Female | Nigerian actress, screenwriter, and film producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Khabirat Kafidipe | 29 July 1980 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress, director, and producer, popularly known as "Araparegangan" for her role in Saworoide. |
Joyce Kalu | 25 September 1970 | Abia | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress, film producer, and director, known for her performances in Nollywood films. |
Mariam Kayode | 1 June 2007 | Oyo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress who gained recognition for her role in Children of Mud and has featured in several other films. |
Madam Kofo | Not specified | Osun | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress known for her signature headgears and roles in Yoruba cinema. |
Henrietta Kosoko | 30 May 1963 | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Late Nigerian actress who gained prominence in the 1990s; she was married to veteran actor Jide Kosoko. |
Sola Kosoko | 7 January 1980 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and film director, daughter of veteran actor Jide Kosoko. |
Abiodun Koya | 22 December 1980 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian-born opera singer and philanthropist based in the United States. |
Matilda Lambert | Not specified | Rivers | Ikwerre | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Chika Lann | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Female | Nigerian model and actress known for her unique fashion style. |
Ade Laoye | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in stage and screen productions. |
Moyo Lawal | 1 January 1985 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films and television series. |
Wendy Lawal | 25 February 1991 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and model, winner of the Miss Lagos Carnival Pageant in 2012. |
Mary Lazarus | 5 May 1986 | Abia | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress, model, and film producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Lepacious Bose | 17 April 1976 | Oyo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian comedienne and actress known for her roles in Nollywood films and stand-up comedy. |
Lolo1 | 27 January 1979 | Ondo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian on-air personality, actress, and comedienne known for her roles in Nollywood films and radio shows. |
Annie Macaulay-Idibia | 13 November 1984 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian actress and model, wife of Nigerian musician 2Baba (Innocent Idibia). |
Mercy Ima Macjoe | 20 June 1993 | Akwa Ibom | Ibibio | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Hauwa Maina | 1968 | Borno | Kanuri | Female | Late Nigerian actress known for her roles in Kannywood films. |
Toke Makinwa | 3 November 1984 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian radio personality, television host, vlogger, and author. |
Lola Margaret | Not specified | Osun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer known for her roles in Yoruba cinema. |
Mide Martins | 12 April 1979 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer, daughter of late veteran actress Funmi Martins. |
May7ven | 7 May 1984 | Osun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian-born singer, songwriter, and dancer based in the United Kingdom. |
Elma Mbadiwe | Not specified | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films and television series. |
Lillian Echelon Mbadiwe | Not specified | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Bayray McNwizu | 1 July 1984 | Lagos | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and winner of the third season of the reality show Amstel Malta Box Office. |
Rosaline Meurer | 15 February 1992 | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Binta Ayo Mogaji | 9 March 1964 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films and television series. |
Makida Moka | 4 January 1992 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and model known for her roles in Nollywood films and fashion modeling. |
Monicazation | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress and content creator known for her comedic skits and roles in Nollywood films. |
Fati Muhammad | Not specified | Kano | Hausa | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Kannywood films. |
Muma Gee | 18 November 1978 | Rivers | Ikwerre | Female | Nigerian singer, actress, and businesswoman known for her roles in Nollywood films and music. |
Joke Muyiwa | 21 March 1963 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress and academic known for her roles in Yoruba cinema. |
Jamila Nagudu | Not specified | Bauchi | Hausa | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Kannywood films. |
Beverly Naya | 17 April 1989 | Lagos | Igbo | Female | British-born Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films and television series. |
Niyola | 9 December 1985 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress known for her roles in Nollywood films and music. |
Empress Njamah | 17 November 1980 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and philanthropist known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Anne Njemanze | 1969 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films and television series. |
Mary Njoku | 20 March 1985 | Lagos | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and film producer, CEO of ROK Studios. |
Nuella Njubigbo | 18 March 1984 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and scriptwriter known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Genevieve Nnaji | 3 May 1979 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Cynthia Nwadiora | 6 November 1992 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian reality TV star and actress, known as Cee-C from Big Brother Naija. |
Uche Montana | 8 May 1994 | Delta | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and model known for her versatility in Nollywood. |
Ebube Nwagbo | 24 February 1983 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and entrepreneur known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Queen Nwokoye | 11 August 1982 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ngozi Nwosu | 1 August 1963 | Abia | Igbo | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Emma Nyra | 18 July 1988 | Delta | Igbo | Female | Nigerian-American singer-songwriter, actress, and model known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Matilda Obaseki | 19 March 1986 | Edo | Bini | Female | Nigerian actress and scriptwriter known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Omoni Oboli | 22 April 1978 | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Nigerian actress, scriptwriter, and director known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Jumoke Odetola | 16 October 1983 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Joy Odiete | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian film producer and distributor known for her work in Nollywood. |
Tomi Odunsi | 24 May 1987 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and singer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ronke Odusanya | 3 May 1973 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Uche Ogbodo | 17 May 1986 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Segilola Ogidan | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress and filmmaker known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Bolaji Ogunmola | 21 October 1990 | Oyo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Peju Ogunmola | Not specified | Not specified | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Chioma Okafor | Not specified | Not specified | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ebele Okaro | 19 January 1964 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ronke Oshodi Oke | 17 July 1974 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and musician known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Daniella Okeke | 26 March 1987 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Uju Okeke | Not specified | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Steph-Nora Okere | 26 April 1974 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and scriptwriter known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Stephanie Okereke Linus | 2 October 1982 | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress, film director, and model known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Iyabo Oko | 15 November 1960 | Osun | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Thelma Okoduwa | Not specified | Edo | Bini | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Paschaline Alex Okoli | 3 July 1993 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Rachael Okonkwo | 26 May 1987 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and dancer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Becky Okorie | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Chioma Okoye | Not specified | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Maureen Okpoko | Not specified | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Oyin Oladejo | 1985 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian-Canadian actress known for her roles in international films and series. |
Toks Olagundoye | 16 September 1976 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian-American actress known for her roles in international films and series. |
Moji Olaiya | 27 February 1975 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Female | Late Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Olaide Olaogun | 9 July 1986 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and model known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Bamike Olawunmi | 29 April 1989 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian reality TV star and actress, known as BamBam from Big Brother Naija. |
Juliana Olayode | 7 June 1995 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and author known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Kehinde Olorunyomi | Not specified | Not specified | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and scriptwriter known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Sylvia Oluchy | 9 June 1989 | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Oluwakemi Adejoro Ojo | 15 July (Year not specified) | Ondo | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress, TV presenter, producer, and MC, popularly known as Kemi Korede. She is usually seen in Yoruba films. |
Bukunmi Oluwasina | 7 May 1990 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress, producer, screenwriter, and singer. She produced the movie Ayomi in 2015, which got nominated at the Africa Magic Viewer's Choice Awards and won Best Actress of the Year at the Best of Nollywood Awards. |
Omawumi | 13 April 1982 | Delta | Itsekiri | Female | Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress known for her powerful voice and unique blend of Afro-pop, soul, and jazz. She rose to fame in 2007 as a runner-up on "West African Idols." |
Kiki Omeili | 31 May 1986 | Lagos | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress best known for her role as Lovette in the TV series Lekki Wives. She is also known for her role as Blessing in the 2015 crime caper, Gbomo Gbomo Express. |
Seun Omojola | 13 May (Year not specified) | Ekiti | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress, model, filmmaker, and content creator with over 39 movies to her credit. She started acting in 2003. |
Lisa Omorodion | 27 April 1990 | Edo | Bini | Female | Nigerian actress, film producer, and entrepreneur. She is best known for her lead role in the 2013 movie, First Cut. |
Mimi Onalaja | 25 September 1990 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress, TV host, writer, presenter, blogger, model, media and television personality. She gained popularity as a co-host on EbonyLife TV’s “Moments with Mo” before moving on to host her own show, “The Juice.” |
Sola Onayiga | (Year not specified) | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress best known for her character role (Ireti) in Fuji House of Commotion. She studied Theatre Arts at Obafemi Awolowo University. |
Dolapo Oni | (Date not specified) | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and TV presenter known for her work on various television programs. |
Rachel Oniga | 23 May 1957 | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Late Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. She passed away on 30 July 2021. |
Georgina Onuoha | (Date not specified) | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and model known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Onyeka Onwenu | 31 January 1952 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian singer, actress, and activist known for her music and roles in Nollywood films. She passed away on 31 July 2024. |
Sharon Ooja | 6 April 1991 | Benue | Idoma | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Weruche Opia | 11 April 1987 | Imo | Igbo | Female | British-Nigerian actress and entrepreneur known for her roles in British television series. |
Yvonne Orji | 2 December 1983 | Abia | Igbo | Female | Nigerian-American actress and comedian known for her role as Molly in the HBO series Insecure. |
Cossy Orjiakor | 16 October 1984 | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress and singer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ireti Osayemi | 14 January 1982 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Tope Oshin | 10 June 1979 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian film and television director, producer, and actress known for her work in Nollywood. |
Linda Osifo | 27 July 1991 | Edo | Bini | Female | Nigerian actress and television host known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Beverly Osu | 27 September 1992 | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Nigerian actress, model, and video vixen known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Jemima Osunde | 30 April 1996 | Edo | Bini | Female | Nigerian actress, model, and presenter known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Meg Otanwa | 14 February 1985 | Benue | Tiv | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Temi Otedola | 20 March 1996 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and fashion blogger known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Demi Isaac | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | (Ethnic Group not specified) | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Peggy Ovire | 22 October 1985 | Delta | Urhobo | Female | Nigerian actress, model, and producer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ariyike Owolagba | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and comedian known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Adebimpe Oyebade | 23 March 1994 | Ekiti | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Helen Paul | 29 January 1978 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian comedian, singer, and actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Princess Peters | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | (Ethnic Group not specified) | Female | Nigerian gospel singer and actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Susan Peters | 30 May 1980 | Benue | Tiv | Female | Nigerian actress and interior designer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Idowu Philips | 16 October 1942 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Veteran Nigerian actress known as Mama Rainbow, known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Toyin Raji | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | (Ethnic Group not specified) | Female | Nigerian actress and former beauty queen known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ruby Okezie | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Yinka Olukunga | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and television presenter known for her roles in children's programs. |
Rahama Sadau | 7 December 1993 | Kaduna | Hausa | Female | Nigerian actress, filmmaker, and singer known for her roles in Kannywood and Nollywood films. |
Rukky Sanda | 23 August 1984 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress, film producer, and director known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Abiola Segun-Williams | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Seyi Shay | 21 December 1985 | Osun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian singer and actress born in Tottenham, London, England. Her mother was from Northern Nigeria, and her father is a native of Ife. |
Okawa Shaznay | 5 May 1986 | Bamenda, Cameroon | Cameroonian | Female | Cameroonian-born actress who has made significant impact in the Nigerian movie industry. |
Idiat Shobande | 12 February (Year not specified) | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Dorcas Shola-Fapson | 4 January 1991 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | British-Nigerian actress born in London, England. |
Doris Simeon | 22 July 1979 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba and English language Nollywood films. |
Simi (singer) | 19 April 1988 | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian singer and songwriter known for her hit singles "Tiff" and "Jamb Question". |
Sikiratu Sindodo | 21 February 1976 | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and producer known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Barbara Soky | 18 October (Year not specified) | Rivers | Ijaw | Female | Nigerian actress and former singer who rose to fame in the TV soap Mirror in the Sun. |
Temitope Solaja | (Date not specified) | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Maureen Solomon | 23 December 1983 | Abia | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress who featured in over 80 Nigerian movies during her active years. |
Titilope Sonuga | (Date not specified) | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and poet known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Folu Storms | (Date not specified) | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and media personality known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Nkechi Blessing Sunday | 14 February 1989 | Abia | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress, film producer, and director known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Cynthia Shalom | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | (Ethnic Group not specified) | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Femi Taylor | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | (Ethnic Group not specified) | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Bimbo Thomas | (Date not specified) | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Toni Tones | (Date not specified) | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress and photographer known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Wumi Toriola | (Date not specified) | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Uchechi Treasure Okonkwo | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Nelly Uchendu | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Igbo | Female | Nigerian singer known for her contributions to Nigerian music. |
Pat Ugwu | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Adaora Ukoh | (Date not specified) | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Becky Umeh | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Genoveva Umeh | (Date not specified) | Enugu | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Ugonna Umerou | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Dolly Unachukwu | (Date not specified) | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Angel Unigwe | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Mary Uranta | (Date not specified) | Rivers | Ijaw | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Uzoamaka Onuoha | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Esther Uzodinma | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Genny Uzoma | (Date not specified) | Imo | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Chinyere Wilfred | (Date not specified) | Anambra | Igbo | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
Faithia Williams | (Date not specified) | Lagos | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Bukky Wright | (Date not specified) | Ogun | Yoruba | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films. |
Maryam Yahaya | (Date not specified) | Kano | Hausa | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Kannywood films. |
Rekiya Yusuf | (Date not specified) | (State not specified) | (Ethnic Group not specified) | Female | Nigerian actress known for her roles in Nollywood films. |
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