John Njamah stands as a leading figure in Nollywood, renowned as an actor, director, producer, and media entrepreneur. He has shaped Nigerian entertainment through iconic series like Fuji House of Commotion and Tinsel, while heading Colorbar Media 707.
Profile Summary
| Full name | John Njamah |
| Date of birth | April 17 |
| Place of birth | Njaaba, Orlu LGA, Imo State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Imo State |
| Partner | Agwi Tangi (Cameroonian) |
| Children | Ziorah (b. 2017), Adamma |
| Occupations | Actor, director, producer |
| Net worth | Approximately $300,000 – $500,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born April 17 as a twin in Njaaba, Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State, Nigeria. He graduated with a degree in Dramatic Arts from Obafemi Awolowo University, specializing in directing. This training propelled him into stage, television, and film work.
Career
John Njamah’s professional journey spans over two decades, evolving from acting roots into directing, producing, and media consulting. He founded Colorbar Media 707, a firm that guides projects from script development through full production, and runs HeadSHOTS for professional photography services.
His directorial portfolio features landmark TV series like Fuji House of Commotion, Tinsel (2008), Living In Lagos, Solitair, Casino, Emerald, Tide, and My Flatmates (2017), establishing him as a Nollywood staple. Recent credits include Breathless (2015), Smash (2018), Zikora (2020), Emela (2020), Enitan (2022), Kisum, Retribution, and Peas in a Pod (2024).
As a Directors’ Guild of Nigeria member, he also produces films, gospel music videos, documentaries, soaps, drama series, adverts, and radio content. His stage production passion underscores early influences, blending artistry with technical expertise across Nollywood, Kannywood fusions, and beyond.
Personal Life
John Njamah married his Cameroonian wife, Agwi Tangi, in a traditional ceremony held in Bamenda, Cameroon, around 2016. The couple welcomed their first daughter, Ziorah, on July 21, 2017 which coincided with their wedding anniversary, followed by their second daughter, Adamma, whose third birthday fell on the family’s fourth anniversary in 2020.
He shares a close bond with his sister, the actress Empress Njamah.
Net Worth
John Njamah’s net worth falls in the $300,000 to $500,000 range, aligning with mid-tier Nollywood figures from recent 2026 rankings. This estimate reflects income from acting roles, directorial projects, production deals, endorsements, and his Colorbar Media business.
Filmography
Njamah boasts a broad resume in acting and directing.
Directing:
- Fuji House of Commotion
- Tinsel (2008)
- My Flatmates (2017)
- Living In Lagos, Solitair, Casino, Emerald, Tide
- Breathless (2015), Zikora (2020), Emela (2020), Enitan (2022)
- Kisum, Retribution, Peas in a Pod (2024)
Acting:
- Shuga (Oga Festus, 2023)
- Enitan (2022), Breathless (Kwame, 2015)
- Earlier roles: Last Girl Standing (Lloyd, 2004), Beyond the Song, Wounded Apple, Sparadise
Awards and Recognitions
In late 2025, Njamah earned “Director of the Year” from the African Movie Channel for his bold storytelling. His career includes various accolades from stage, TV, and film endeavors, such as Lifetime Achievement Awards at City People Entertainment Awards. Detailed public records on further honors stay limited.
