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- Net Worth:<\/strong> $1 Million<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 47 years old<\/li>\n
- Active Years:<\/strong> 2001 to date<\/li>\n
- Other Sources of Income:<\/strong> Brand Endorsement Deals, Film Productions<\/li>\n
- Best Known For: <\/strong>Hatred<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nEnugu-born actor Nonso Diobi has been in the acting scene for 2 decades. Nonso had passion for acting since he was a kid and he has been living that dream. With the support of his parents, Nonso joined the drama group in his church and while he was studying at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he later bagged a degree in theatre arts, Nonso joined the movie industry in 2001. He made his debut appearance in the film titled “The Border Line”. However, the Nollywood movie “Hatred” was instrumental in his rise to the limelight. During the course of his 20 years of acting so far, he has starred in more than 150 films.<\/p>\n
Aside from acting, Nonso also earns money from other lucrative ventures he is into. He is a producer, director, businessman, entrepreneur, GLO Ambassador and philanthropist of note The actor is the founder and chairman of Goldentape media, a leading movie and TV production company in Africa. He is also a UN peace ambassador as well as teachers without Borders ambassador.<\/p>\n
19. Osita Iheme<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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- Net Worth:<\/strong> $1.5 million<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 42 years old<\/li>\n
- Active Year:<\/strong> 2002 to date<\/li>\n
- Other Sources of Income:<\/strong> Real Estate, Movie Production, Brand Endorsement Deals<\/li>\n
- Best Known For: <\/strong>Aki na Ukwa<\/em>\u00a0(2002)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nThe 42 years old actor best known for his role as Pawpaw in the 2002 film Aki na Ukwa, <\/i>is one of the richest actors you could think of in Nollywood. Iheme who hails from Imo state holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Lagos State University but he is one of the many celebrities who dumped their profession to pursue their dream career in Nollywood. Since he played the role of Pawpaw in Aki na Ukwa<\/em>, the film that brought him to the limelight, many of his fans have till this day refer to him as Pawpaw. Osita Iheme<\/a> gained more fame as he began taking up other roles in various films. His versatility as an actor helped to give him a steady rise in the entertainment industry.<\/p>\n
In addition to his presence in Nollywood, Osita also earns an enviable income from his other career endeavors. He owns a record label known as Young Boss Record. He also has a transport company where he also earns from. He along with his on-screen brother, Chinedu Ikedieze<\/a> established Aki and Pawpaw Entertainment (APEN) through which they’ve been producing movies.<\/p>\n
Osita owns several luxurious properties in Nigeria. He even owns a house and a hotel worth millions of naira. One of his houses is located in the most expensive part of Imo State. To reward his contribution towards the growth of the Nigerian film industry, in 2011 he was awarded the Nigerian National Honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) by then President Goodluck Jonathan<\/a>.<\/p>\n
18. Yul Edochie<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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- Net Worth:<\/strong> $1.85 million<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 42 years old<\/li>\n
- Active Year:<\/strong> 2005 – Present<\/li>\n
- Best Known For: <\/strong>Wind Of Glory<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nYul Chibuike Daniel Edochie<\/a> is the son of Nollywood veteran, Pete Edochie<\/a>. He joined Nollywood in 2005 and was part of the film The Exquires<\/em> alongside the late Justus Esiri and Enebeli Elebuwa. He made his big break in 2007 after featuring in the movie Wind of Glory<\/strong><\/em>\u201d<\/strong> alongside Genevieve Nnaji and Desmond Elliot.<\/p>\n
In addition to his acting career, Yul also makes huge income from several other businesses he is into. He owns an academy known as Yul Edochie Academy<\/a>, which he launched in 2015.<\/p>\n
He is also into politics. On the 14 of July 2017, Yul Edochie declared his intention to run for Governor of Anambra State. Although he wasn’t elected, he was appointed as Senior Special Assistant to the state’s governor. As it is typical with those holding government offices in Nigeria, it is assumed that the actor earned good enough money that added to his net worth.<\/p>\n
17. Adekola Odunlade<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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- Net Worth:<\/strong> $1.9 million<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 45 years old<\/li>\n
- Active Year:<\/strong> 2006-present<\/li>\n
- Other Sources of Income:<\/strong> Real Estate<\/li>\n
- Best Known For: <\/strong>Sunday Dagboru, Alani Pamolekun, Mufu Oloosha oko<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nAdekola Odunlade<\/a> is the only Yoruba Nollywood\u00a0actor who gets a spot on our list of the top 20 richest actors in Nigeria. The actor and filmmaker began acting in 2006 after joining the Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts practitioners. He\u00a0gained fame when he starred in Asiri Gomina Wa<\/em> as the lead cast. His immense talent is second to none that he can fit into any role and play any character. That is why he is one of the most sought after Nollywood actors in Nigeria and the most sought after in Yoruba Nollywood,<\/p>\n
Aside from being the highest-paid Yoruba actor after Funke Akindele Bello<\/a>, Odunlade is also one of the most versatile actors ever to come out of Nigeria. The actor is the owner of Odunlade Adekola production outfit. He is also a brand ambassador to several brands and multinational organizations such as Globacom and Goldberg.<\/p>\n
16. Kenneth Okonkwo<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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- Net Worth:<\/strong> $2 million<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 55 years old<\/li>\n
- Active Year:<\/strong> 1992-present<\/li>\n
- Other Sources of Income:<\/strong> Businesses<\/li>\n
- Best Known For: <\/strong>Living in Bondage<\/em>, Breaking Free, The British Expert,\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nKenneth Okonkwo is an iconic Nollywood actor whose acting career stretches back to the early 1990s. He\u00a0got his breakthrough in the film industry when in starred in the 1992 film Living in Bondage<\/em>, where he played the character of Mr. Andy Okeke. Andy is a professional lawyer, entrepreneur, film producer, and politician.<\/p>\n
As one of Nollywood’s pioneers, Kenneth has won several awards. His long years of dedication to filmmaking have earned him a great deal of income. He earns his wealth from acting, film production, businesses, and possibly politics. In 2018, he announced his intentions to vie for a gubernatorial seat in Enugu state. Unfortunately, he failed to secure the seat. Even so, he is optimistic about his political ambition.<\/p>\n
15. Kanayo O.Kanayo<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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- Net Worth:<\/strong> $2.5 million<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 62 years old<\/li>\n
- Active Year:<\/strong> 1992-present<\/li>\n
- Other Sources of Income:<\/strong> Brand Endorsements Deals and Real estate<\/li>\n
- Best Known For: <\/strong>Living in Bondage<\/em>, Breaking Free, \u00a0Up North<\/i><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nKanayo O. Kanayo whose real name is Anayo Modestus Onyekwere is another Nollywood pioneer whose presence in the industry is still felt today. The veteran actor who is now a lawyer, made his debut movie appearance in the film Living in Bondage<\/i> and the movie blew him to stardom. He has since featured in over 100 movies and has equally won a good number of awards for a job well done. Apparently, the actor receives around \u20a62 million to \u20a63 million per film role. This figure can go up significantly depending on the scope and budget of the film.<\/p>\n
Outside acting, Kanayo is making meaningful income from various endeavors. At a time when his career wasn\u2019t making ends meet, he suspended acting and concentrate on trading. He has also received many sponsorship deals, including one with Globacom. Currently, he is a United Nations Ambassador and he has a national honor from the Nigerian government as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR).<\/p>\n
14. Emeka Ike<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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- Net Worth:<\/strong> $3 million<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 57 years old<\/li>\n
- Active Year:<\/strong> 1992-present<\/li>\n
- Other Sources of Income:<\/strong> Politics and Businesses<\/li>\n
- Best Known For: <\/strong>Deadly Affair<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\n - Age:<\/strong> 57 years old<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 62 years old<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 55 years old<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 45 years old<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 42 years old<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 42 years old<\/li>\n
- Age:<\/strong> 47 years old<\/li>\n
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