Selassie Ibrahim is as a prominent Ghanaian actress, film producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist renowned for her substantial impact on West African cinema and multifaceted business pursuits. As CEO of Smarttys Management and Productions, she excels across media production, consulting, investments, and humanitarian efforts.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Selassie Ibrahim |
| Date of birth | May 19 (year not publicly specified) |
| Place of birth | Ghana |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Partner | Ibrahim Adam (former NDC minister) |
| Children | 2 (one son, one daughter) |
| Occupations | Actress, film producer, entrepreneur, philanthropist |
| Net worth | Approximately $600,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born in Ghana on May 19, Selassie Ibrahim maintains privacy around her exact birth year and childhood details. She obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Ghana, Legon, followed by a Master’s in Media & Communication from Cumbria University, London. These achievements fueled her independent trajectory in communications and entertainment.
Career
Selassie Ibrahim entered the industry in the 1990s with her debut in My Sweetie, co-starring Grace Omaboe and McJordan Amateyefio, which propelled her to prominence in Ghanaian cinema. She launched her production career around 2001 with a film featuring Zack Orji, followed by CEO in 2009 and a 2011 project with Nadia Buari, James Gardiner, Desmond Elliot, and Roselyn Ngissah.
In 2015, she produced Shackles, and by 2017, she created the TV series Entrapped, directed by Desmond Elliot and aired on Africa Magic Showcase, EbonyLife TV, and TV3 Ghana, while starring in Nigerian IROKOtv productions like Baby Palava and Her Mother’s Man.
As CEO of Smarttys Productions, she has overseen content creation, talent nurturing, and events across Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Liberia, amassing over 100 acting roles and 20+ films.
Her entrepreneurial scope includes DEBO CONSULT for investment management, Selpharma in pharmaceuticals, merchandise distribution, and expertise in infrastructure, oil & gas, PR, and brand management for corporations and government bodies.
She also directs Jabneel Impact NGO, aiding vulnerable populations, and recently advocated for cross-border collaborations, insisting every Nigerian film she produces features Ghanaian talent while critiquing content piracy and unearned awards.
Personal Life
Selassie is married to Ibrahim Adam, a former National Democratic Congress minister, with whom she has a son and a daughter. She prioritizes family privacy despite her high-profile career. Her philanthropy channels support to refugees, orphans, and widows through dedicated initiatives.
Net Worth
Recent 2026 estimates place her wealth at about $600,000, fueled by acting, productions, pharmaceuticals, investments, and consulting. This diversification elevates her among Ghana’s top-earning actresses.
Filmography
Her portfolio spans over 100 acting credits and numerous productions. Key acting works include:
- My Sweetie (1990s debut)
- Her Mother’s Man (IROKOtv)
- Baby Palava (IROKOtv)
- 40 Looks Good on You (2019)
- Without Bounds
- Love Shenanigans
- Graduation
- City Crime
- I Hate You Too
- Meet the Jacobs
- Famous (2021)
- Woe to Men (2022)
- The Billionaire’s Wife (2023)
- Bake Me a Heart (2024)
Notable productions:
- CEO (2009)
- Shackles (2015)
- Entrapped (2017 TV series)
- Couple’s Goal (2024)
- Til Death Do Us Part (2024)
- Beyond a Doubt (2023)
Awards and Recognitions
She earned Ghana Movie Awards for Best Supporting Actress (Shackles, 2015) and Best African Collaboration (2019), alongside Ghana Women’s Award for Outstanding Woman in Film (2019). Further accolades include Nollywood TV Award for Best TV Series Actress (Entrapped, 2022), Ghana Actors & Entertainers Awards Special Honoree (2020), and a Best Actress nomination for Famous (2021 Golden Movie Awards).
