Occupying top spots with Hollywood and Bollywood, the Nollywood industry has steadily grown to become one of the best movie industries in the world. This success stems from intriguing stories, talented actors, and top-notch production. The industry has also gained global visibility through constant collaboration with other countries such as Ghana, America, and India. All of these result from the collective efforts of the scriptwriter, makeup artist, producers, directors, actors, and other crew members.
Nollywood has become a breeding ground for many top actors in Nigeria. Considering the revenue generated in the movie industry, many actors have built a career and accrued wealth for themselves. Today, we will be looking at the top richest Nollywood actors in Nigeria, their net worth, properties, and how far they’ve come in the industry.
Let’s start.
Richest Nollywood Actors in Nigeria
Based on personal research and discretion, I would be dropping a list of the Top Richest Nollywood Actors in Nigeria. This list aims to answer the following;
- Who are the richest actors in Nigeria
- Top 11 Richest Actors in Nigeria and their net worth
11. O.C Ukeje
Starting with music and stage performance, O.C Ukeje has risen to become one of the finest acts in Nollywood. Gaining the top 11spotst on this list of Richest Nollywood actors in Nigeria, He is currently worth $3.7million.
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O.C Ukeje became famous from Half of a Yellow Sun, written initially by Chimamanda Adiche. Before this time, he auditioned, contested, and won the Amstel Malta Box Office in 2005. It was from this win, he became famous amongst Nigerians.
10. Pete Edochie
Pete Edochie, who was born in 1947, is a skilled and talented Nollywood actor. He studied in the School of Journalism and Television in England.
He ventured into acting after he returned from England and featured in several movies before he became famous. He got into stardom after he appeared in the film “Things Fall Apart,” where he played the role of Okonkwo. The Okonkwo name stuck with him over the years. Pete Edochie is renowned for playing Father, King, Rich man, Occultic man, Wicked Brother in law, etc.
He is the father of Yul Edochie and Linc Edochie, both in the entertainment industry.
This talented man is currently worth $4million
9. Nkem Owoh
Nkem Owoh is popularly known as Osuofia or Ukwa. He started his acting career from the movie “Things fall apart.” Nkem Owoh has acted in several films, including the Osuofia Series. He has received several awards and recognition for the funny parts in movies.
Nkem Owoh Is currently estimated to have a net worth of $4million
8. John Okafor
John Okafor is popularly known as Mr. Ibu. Mr. Ibu was a pauper before gaining popularity and wealth through acting. He was born in 1961 in a small village in Enugu state. He grew up with his widowed mother after his father’s death, and he engaged in a series of manual Jobs before coming to the limelight. This established actor has attempted suicide, been kidnapped, and experience robbery.
On the good side, he has made appearances in hundreds of movies, taking comedy and insane person roles. He got the name Mr. Ibu from the movie series Ibu, Ibu in Prison, Ibu runs mad in America, and Ibu in London.
In all, Mr. Ibu has approximately $4.2million
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7. Clem Ohameze
Being a member of the Actors Guild in Nigeria, Clem Ohameze has appeared in hundreds of Nollywood movies. This seasoned actor started his acting career in 1998 from the movie “Endtime,” and he became popular with the film “Last Burial.”
Clem Ohameze is currently worth $4.5million
6 Ramsey Noah
The 51 years old Israeli-Nigerian actor has become a top name in the Nollywood Industry. With a net worth of roughly $4.5million, he has climbed his way to become one of the richest Nollywood actors in Nigeria.
Although he initially wanted to go into music at age 20, with the advice of a friend, he started auditioning for movie roles. He got his debut role in 1993 for the TV series Silent Night, where he played Jeff. Over time, Nigerian viewers started referring to him as Loverboy. This name was due to his constant appearance in Romantic movies.
5 Keneth Okonkwo
Kenneth Okonkwo, popularly known as Andy, has worked hard to become one of the richest Nollywood actors in Nigeria, with an estimated Net worth of $5million.
Keneth Okonkwo was born on November 6, 1968. He has a sister and two children. The expert actor has an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, a master’s degree in International Law and Diplomacy, and a Diploma in Theology. So, he’s a well-educated man.
Kenneth Okonkwo has been in the industry since 1991 —30years. However, he became famous in 1992 when he acted in Living in Bondage. It was from this movie that he was first called Andy. Sequencing this movie, he has appeared in hundreds of films, which has fetched him awards and recognition.
4. Desmond Elliot
Desmond Elliot is a renowned actor in Nollywood. He has appeared in over 200 movies —Nollywood and Hollywood inclusive. The 47 years old seasoned actor started acting in the early 2000s, and he appeared in a soap opera. Subsequently, he has performed in several soap operas and films. Some of the movies he has appeared in include One Too much, Saints and sinners, Atlanta, Jesu Mushin, Men who cheat, and many more.
Aside from acting, Desmond Elliott is also good at Movie Production. He co-directed and co-produced the project “Reloaded” in 2008. From this movie, he earned three African Movie Academy Awards Nominations in 2009. Desmond Elliott and his wife Victoria Elliot run a production company called Denziot Productions.
Recently, Desmond Elliot deep-dived into Nigerian Politics. Considering that he was already well known amongst Nigerians, it was easy to get elected. Desmond Elliot, whose father hails from Lagos Island, Lagos was able to contest in the 2014 House of Assembly Elections. He competed for, won, and held the position as representative of the Surulere Constituency. In addition, Desmond Elliot currently has a foundation known as Desmond Elliot Foundation.
Sources have revealed that Desmond Elliott is currently worth $5million.
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3 Chidi Mokeme
This Superb Nigerian actor is #3 on this list of Richest Nollywood Actors in Nigeria. Chidi Mokeme, who refers to himself as a full-time Nigerian, is an Actor, Model, and TV Host. For years, he played host to the popular TV series Gulder Ultimate search.
49-year-old Chidi Mokeme was a Higher National Diploma graduate of Computer Science. He received his HND from the Institute of Management Technology(IMT), Enugu.
For Chidi Mokeme, It all started from Modeling. Then, he ventured into acting in 2003, where he was featured in Goodbye Tomorrow’s movie. However, he came into the limelight when he played a role in the Burden of Vengeance’s movie. With over two decades in the acting industry and appearances in over 100 films, Chidi Mokeme has established himself as an experienced actor.
As a skilled act, Chidi Mokeme has received a series of awards in Nollywood, some of which include;
- Most Prominent Actor in Nigeria –African Movie Academy Awards
- Best Actor in Nigeria – African Magic Viewers Awards
Adding to his achievements, Chidi Mokeme served as brand ambassadors for Vodafone and Globacom.
Following his active involvement in Acting, Modelling, TV Hosting, Chidi Mokeme is believed to have earned himself a wealth of approximately $7million —he’s as rich as Mofe Damijo.
2. RMD- Richard Mofe Damijo
Richard Mofe Damijo, popularly known as RMD, is the second on our list of the richest Nollywood actors in Nigeria. This Actor and Politician has grown his wealth up to $7million. RMD was born on 16th July 1961.
Being an Indigene of Delta state, he has held two political posts. Over the years, Richard Mofe Damijo has appeared in scores of movies and also received several awards during his career. He has received awards such as the 12th Africa Movie Academy Awards(2016), Best Of Nollywood Awards(2012).
In 2008, RMD was the Special Advisor to the Delta state governor on Culture and Tourism. In 2009, he became the Commissioner of Culture and Tourism. He held this position till 2015.
Acting, movie production, and Politics have been his significant sources of income which has boosted his net income. Currently, he is estimated to be worth $7million, making him the #2 on the list of richest Nollywood actors in Nigeria.
1. Jim Iyke #1 Richest Nollywood Actors in Nigeria
According to legit.ng, Jim Iyke is the #1 Richest Nollywood actor in Nigeria. Jim Iyke, whose real name is James Ikechukwu Esomugha, was born in September 1971 and hailed from Anambra, Nigeria. This 50-year-old veteran actor graduated with a diploma in Banking and Finance and a BSc in Philosophy.
With appearances in over 150 Nollywood movies, Jim Iyke has stacked over $30million. Incredible! Making him as rich as Wizkid. This amount can be accredited to his appearance in top-notch movies that pay him well.
In addition, this veteran actor has a production company and a record label, with the name Untamed Productions. From his IG page, he revealed he is into real estate by announcing his Airbnb apartment at Lekki. These involvements have made one of the richest Nollywood actors in Nigeria.
Who is the richest Nollywood Actor in 2021?
With a networth of approximately $30million, Jim Iyke is the Richest Nollywood Actor in Nigeria 2021
Who is the richest nigerian Actress 2021?
Genevive Nnaji is the Richest female actor in Nigeria, with a total wealth of N85million