Osita Iheme, MFR, born February 20, 1982, is a Nigerian actor best known for playing the role of Pawpaw in the film Aki na Ukwa alongside Chinedu Ikedieze. He is the founder of Inspired Movement Africa, founded to inspire, motivate, and stimulate the minds of young Nigerians and Africans.
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Full Name: | Osita Iheme, MFR |
Date of Birth: | February 20, 1982 |
Place of Birth: | Abia State |
State of Origin: | Imo State |
Nationality: | Nigerian |
Occupation: | Actor |
Net Worth: | $4 million |
Wife/Spouse: | Noma Iheme |
Early Life and Education
Osita Iheme is a native of Mbaitoli in Imo State, Nigeria although born and raised in Abia State, where she also received her MBA from the Institute of Management Technology (IMT).
He originally intended to become a lawyer after finishing his studies at IMT, but in 1998 he decided to pursue his career in film acting instead, appearing in modest roles at first.
Career
Osita Iheme and Chinedu Ikedieze starred in the movie Aki na Ukwa, in which he is well-known for playing Pawpaw.
In order to inspire, motivate, and excite the brains of young Africans and Nigerians, Osita Iheme launched Inspired Movement Africa. Iheme won the African Movie Academy Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007.
He is regarded as one of Nigeria’s most well-known actors. President Goodluck Jonathan awarded Osita Iheme the title of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) in 2011.
He is the author of the book INSPIRED 101 and the Rotary International District 9110’s New Generation Ambassador. Over a hundred films have featured Osita Iheme as the lead.
Iheme is unlike other actors in the Nigerian film business because, like his on-screen partner Chinedu Ikedieze, he has a petite build.
He started out as a comic actor and has since developed into a well-known actor with a variety of roles.
However, he disclosed in 2018 that he intends to run for office soon.
Osita Iheme Net Worth
Osita Iheme is a famous Nigerian actor with an estimated net worth of $4 million. He makes money through acting and several endorsements.
Personal Life
Noma Iheme and Osita Iheme are blissfully married, and they have a son together.
Social Media
- Instagram: @Ositaiheme