Over the years, Nollywood movie industry has managed to produce talented, intelligent and hilarious actors and actresses.
It has been one of the fastest growing film industries ranking as the third most valuable film industry in the world.
Let's take a look at some of the famous Nigerian actors every Afro cinema lover will appreciate.
Ramsey Noah
The 48-year-old hunk is one of the most loved actosr when it comes to Nigerian movies.
He won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 2010.
He has featured in over 20 movies.
Desmond Elliot
This popular actor and director has stared in more than 200 movies including soap operas and a number of television shows.
He is 45 years old.
Pete Edochie
The legendary Edochie is considered one of Africa’s most talented actors, being honored with an Industry Merit Award by Africa Magic and Lifetime Achievement by Africa.
He is currently 72 years.
Rita Dominic
The 43-year-old beauty has featured in many riveting movies and she has won many prestigious awards including the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
She is 43-years-old.
Genevieve Nnaji
She has since acted in various movies which she won series of accolades establishing herself around the world as Nollywood's most decorated actress.
She is 40 but doesn't even look 30!.
John Okafor
Not unless you are 5, there's no way any Kenyan above 20 doesn't have an idea of who John Okafor is.
The 57-year-old comedian is popularly known as Mr. Ibu. Okafor and is considered as one of Nigeria's most talented comic characters.
Currently 41 years.
Osita Iheme
He's widely known for playing the role of ‘Pawpaw’ in the film Aki na Ukwa alongside Chinedu Ikedieze. Osita Iheme has often been described as one of the best actors of his generation.
Currently 37 years.
Chinedu Ikedieze
Alongside Iheme, the the 41-year-old became popular thanks for their roles in the film Aki na Ukwa.
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