Nkem Owoh Biography
Nigerian Movie Industry is full of many actors and actresses, both young and old, who perform various roles in different movies. Some of these veterans are highly popular, some averagely known while others are least known. We shall now talk about the famous Nigerian actor by the name of Nkem Owoh. The name ‘Nkem’ in Nigeria means a person that is very dear to someone. It also means someone value because he is intelligent, irresistible, and smart towards other gender and sex. Nkemis one of the famous Nollywood actors who are highly talented and well-skilled, making him fit any character in the movie, especially that of canning and comedian.
Nkem Owoh Birthday and age
He was born on the 17th of October, 1960, in Amagu village, Udi Town, in the Enugu State of Nigeria. He is currently 60 years old as of 2020. He celebrates his happy birthday on the 17th of October every year alongside his friends, family, relations, and Nollywood icons.
Nkem Owo family (Parents and Siblings)
Nkem was born and raised by both parents in Amagu village, Udi Town, in the Enugu State, Nigeria. He holds a Nigerian nationality and citizenship and is of the black race. We did not establish his parent’s and sibling’s details, including their names, occupation, and residence since records are unavailable. We are keeping tabs, and we shall update this section once we access any information.
Nkem Owo height and weight
Nkem appears taller, and he lloks taller than most of the surrounding objects in his pictures. He has a body height of 1.5m and weighs 87Kg. Facts about his body measurements are not accessible. Nkem has black skin, eyes, and hair, with a soothing sound. This makes him attractive and charming to his fans.
Nkem Owoh Marriage
He married his beautiful and lovely wife, Ngozi Nkem Owoh, in 1998, and the marriage was blessed with two beautiful daughters.
Nkem Owo salary
Nkem has been in the Nollywood industry for more than two decades now. There is no doubt that the legendary comedian earns a good fortune from his career. However, he has not disclosed how much he earns for a movie role. We are keeping tabs, and we shall update this section once the information is available in the public domain.
Nkem Owoh’s Net Worth
Being a famous actor, he is one of the richest actors in the Nollywood Movie Industry. His net worth is estimated to be $3.9 million. The net Worth comprises all assets, earnings, and investments.
Nkem Owoh wiki/Facts
- Full name: Nkem Owoh
- Famous as: Nkem Owoh
- Nickname: Ousofia
- Gender: Male
- Age: 60 years
- Date of Birth: 17th of October, 1960
- Place of Birth: Amagu village, Udi Town in the Enugu State of Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Citizenship: Nigerian
- Ethnicity/Race: African
- Religion: Not Known
- Body measurements: Not Known
- Height: 1.5m
- Weight: 87Kg
- Skin Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Black
- Father: Not Known
- Mother: Not Known
- Sisters: Not Known
- Brothers: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Ngozi Nkem Owoh
- Children: Two Daughters
- Education: University of Illorin
- Profession: Electronic Engineering
- Occupation: Nollywood actor, musician, comedian
- Salary: Under Review
- Net Worth: $3.9 million
Nkem Owoh Education
Nkem attended his primary and post-primary education at Nsukka in the Enugu State of Nigeria. After obtaining his certificates, he joined the University of Illorin, where he took a Electrical Engineering course. While studying at the university, he engaged himself in acting. He did some important roles in television series and screen productions, building a foundation for his acting career.
Nkem Owoh Career Life
In acting, he firstly majored in the film’s screed production, ‘Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart.’ In television series, he was hired by the Nigerian Television Authority to take the role of displaying the 1987 series, which was made up of 50 episodes, each taking 50 minutes to display. In 1995, he took a role in Ukwa 1&2 together wither other famous actors like Patience Ozokwor and Sam Loco.
UP to date, Nkem has acted in more than 200 movies and produced many television series, and that makes him gain popularity both locally and internationally. Many Nigerian Movie producers and marketers prefer to choose people like Nken to act leading roles and major actors in their movies due to their acting techniques. However, Nkem has acquired his nickname, ‘Osuofia,’ after acting in the movie called ‘Osofia’ in Landon, thereby receiving a worldwide claim in 2003.
Nkem Owoh Filmography/Movies
Nkem Owoh has acted in many movies, some of which are listed bellow
- Big Man Big Trouble
- Ukwa
- Things Fall Apart
- Big Man, Big Trouble
- Sawam
- Conspiracy
- Fake Doctor
- King of the Forest
- American Visa
- Mr. Trouble
- My Own Share
- Foreign Base
- The Prince
- Long John
- Police Officer
- Spanner
- Lion Finger
- Ousofia in London
- Police Recruit
- My Driver
- Spanner Goes to London
- The Master
- Bus Driver
- A Fool at 40
- Foreign Base
- The Price
- My Kingdom Come
- The Barrister
- Battle of the Indemnity
- Covenant Keeping God
- Johnbull and Rosekate
- Stronger Pain
- His Holiness
- Wonderful Man
- Congo Marriage
- Military Zone
- Lionheart
- His Last Action
- My Kingdom Come
Nkem Owoh Arrest
In 2007, Nkem was arrested in Amsterdam after the police officers visited the venue where he and other musicians were performing their songs. The police accused him of infringing the immigration laws and being a fraud in lotteries for seven months before he was arrested. He was released later and continued with his acting career.
Nkem Owoh music
Besides acting and television screening, Nkem Owoh also does the recording. He was able to record and perform the song titled, ‘Go Chop Your Dollar.’ The song condemned scamming people through advising fees charged in industries. Later on, the song was made the national anthem for daily scammers who called themselves 419ers. This same song was included in the movie ‘The Master’ in which Nkem acted again to condemn scamming. After that banned the Economic and Financial Commission song, the anti-graft watchdog followed the commands of the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission.
Nkem Owoh Ban from Nollywood
Nkem was banned from the Nollywood Film Industry because he was charging expensively for his acting services. In 2004 the Association of moviemakers decided to ban him for such an exorbitant price he demanded. In the same year, several other actors were banned due to the same reason. These actors included Genevieve Nnaji, Ramsey Nouah, Omotola Jalade, Kenneth Okonkwo, Mercy Johnson, among other renowned actors.
Nkem Owoh Kidnapped
Nkem was once kidnapped in 2009while he was traveling in the eastern part of Nigeria. The kidnappers took him hostage and demanded 15 million Naira, but his family raised $1.4 million.
Nkem Owoh Awards
Nkem’s hardworking attitude made him win honor for Best Actor in 2008 during the African Movie Academy Awards.
Nkem Owo fake death
In December 2008, he went missing from the public limelight for some time, and this disappearance led to the rise of rumors that he had died of a drug overdose a month after receiving the movie award. It also came out that he might have been arrested again for drug trafficking, but others still said that he was kidnapped and then beheaded. Owoh’s hearing about his death story, he decided to reappear again to people who do not believe the rumors.
Nkem Owo contacts
- YouTube
- WhatsApp (Close Associates)
- Telegram (Close Contacts)
Frequently asked questions about Nkem Owoh
Who is Nkem Owoh?
Nkem is one of the famous Nollywood actors who are highly talented and well-skilled, making him fit any character in the movie, especially that of canning and comedian.
How old id Nkem Owo?
He was born on the 17th of October, 1960, in Amagu village, Udi Town, in the Enugu State of Nigeria. He is currently 60 years old as of 2020.
How tall is Nkem Owoh?
Nkem has a body height of 1.5m and weighs 87Kg although his body measurements are not accessible.
Is Nkem Owo married or single?
He married his beautiful and lovely wife, Ngozi Nkem Owoh, in 1998, and the marriage was blessed with two beautiful daughters.
How much does Nkem Owo earn?
There is no doubt that the legendary comedian earns a good fortune from his career. However, he has not disclosed how much he earns for a movie role.
How much is Nkem Owo worth?
Nkem has an estimated net worth of $3.9 million, making him one of the richest and influential Nollywood actors. The net Worth comprises all assets, earnings, and investments.
Is Nkem Owo dead or alive?
Nkem is still alive and in good health condition. There were false death claims when he was kidnapped, but he was back alive after the ransom of 1.3 million Naira was paid. So far, no records are linking him to death claims or sickness.
Where is Nkem Owo Now?
Nkem is still active in the Nollywood movie acting career. There are no reports about his quitting or retirements in his career.
References
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- Wikipedia
- IMDb