Uzoamaka Aniunoh is a multifaceted Nigerian actress, writer, and director known for her bold performances and creative storytelling. Born in Onitsha, Anambra State, she has become a prominent figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Uzoamaka Aniunoh |
| Place of Birth | Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Anambra State |
| Partner | Not publicly disclosed |
| Child | None publicly disclosed |
| Occupations | Actress, Writer, Director |
| Net Worth | Estimated around $300,000 |
Early Life and Education
Uzoamaka Aniunoh was born in Onitsha but hails from Umuoji in Anambra State. She grew up in a protective environment that fostered her creativity and curiosity.
She earned a Bachelor’s degree in English and Literary Studies from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and later pursued a Master’s degree in Creative Writing from the University of Birmingham, England. Her early life experiences, including her observant nature, laid the foundation for her future career in the arts.
Career
Uzoamaka Aniunoh began her acting career in November 2017, shortly after returning to Nigeria from England. She gained recognition for her role as Cynthia in the popular series MTV Shuga, which she played from 2018 to 2019. She also appeared in MTV Shuga Alone Together in 2020, addressing COVID-19 challenges.
Her notable works include Ponzi (2021), for which she was named a Box Office Breakthrough actress, and Ìfé (2020), earning her the Kim Renders Memorial Award for Outstanding Performance. she starred in Diiche, Showmax’s first Nigerian original series, in 2022.
Recently, she appeared in Mami Wata (2023), an award-winning fantasy thriller. Uzoamaka made her directorial debut in 2023, further solidifying her position in the industry.
In addition to acting, Uzoamaka is a published fiction writer. Her short stories have been recognized by prominent literary figures, including Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, who edited and published an excerpt from her work Balcony.
Her stories Tea Glass: An African Story, Mama Juror, and Rush Green have been featured on platforms like Brittle Paper. She also writes, produces, and directs her monologues, showcasing her versatility in storytelling.
Personal Life
Uzoamaka Aniunoh is currently single and does not have any children. She maintains a professional focus and keeps her personal life private.
Net Worth
Uzoamaka Aniunoh’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $300,000, primarily from her successful acting and writing career.
Filmography
- Television:
- MTV Shuga
- MTV Shuga Alone Together
- Rumor Has It
- Riona
- Diiche
- Films:
- Stuck
- Ìfé
- Ananze and the Zipman
- Sister Rose
- Ponzi
- A Naija Christmas
- Mami Wata
- The Weekend (2023)
Awards and Recognitions
- Kim Renders Memorial Award for Outstanding Performance for her role in Ìfé (2021).
- Listed by Filmone Nigeria as a Box Office Breakthrough actress for her lead role in Ponzi (2021).
- Featured in TheNet Nigeria’s list of seventeen actresses to watch out for in 2021.
- Included in Ynaija’s New Establishment 2021 category.
