Nkem Owoh is a celebrated Nigerian actor, musician, comedian, and Nollywood icon. He is one of the icons who made sure that the western world accepted movies acted on Nigerian soil by Nigerian on-screen personalities globally.
Early Life & Education
Nkem Owoh was born to an Igbo-speaking family from Enugu State on 7th February 1958. He is from Amagu Village in Udi Local Government Area, Enugu State. He attended primary and secondary school before heading to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, where he studied engineering. During his university studies, he began acting in various television and film productions.
Career
Nkem Owoh featured in the 2003 blockbuster film Osuofia in London, which is one of his most popular movies. He is also known for performing the song “I Go Chop Your Dollar” about advance fee fraud. The song was featured in the film The Master, in which he played a scammer. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission banned the song.
Personal Life
Nkem Owoh married Ngozi Nkem Owoh in 1998, and they have two daughters. Not much is known about his wife as she prefers to stay away from the public eye. There is a common misconception that Nkem Owoh and Chinwe Owoh are married. According to Nkem Owoh, they are in-laws and not husband and wife.
Filmography
Nkem Owoh has acted in several Nollywood movies, including Things Fall Apart, Ukwa 1 and 2, Osuofia In London, Police Recruit, America Visa, Lion Heart, Chief Daddy, and Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart, among others.
Discography
Apart from his acting career, Nkem Owoh has released several songs, including I go chop your dollar, Marry Me, Mama No Know ‘N’ Pikin Again, Susana, This life, Akalaka, Agreement, Know Me When I’m Poor, Akaram Aka N’ime Jesus (I’m Strong In Jesus), among others.
Net Worth
Nkem Owoh’s net worth is estimated at $4 million, making him one of the best comic actors in Nigeria and Africa.
Social Media
Nkem Owoh is active on Instagram, where he shares updates with his fans. His Instagram handle is @osuofia_nkemowoh
