Uzoamaka Power, born Uzoamaka Doris Aniunoh on April 10, 1990, is a Nigerian actress, writer, and filmmaker currently based in Lagos. She has gained acclaim for her versatile performances in films and series such as Mami Wata (2023), The Weekend (2024), Diiche on Showmax, and With Difficulty Comes Ease (2024). Adopting the professional name “Power” since 2018, she embodies strength and creative energy in her craft.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Uzoamaka Doris Aniunoh |
| Date of Birth | April 10, 1990 |
| Place of Birth | Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Anambra State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | None |
| Occupations | Actress, Writer, Director, Filmmaker |
| Net Worth | $300,000 USD (approx. ₦450,000,000) |
Early Life and Education
Power was born and brought up in Onitsha, Anambra State, and is the eldest of four children.
She studied English and History at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and then advanced her studies with a Master’s degree in Creative Writing from the University of Birmingham in England. Her academic background has strongly influenced her storytelling capabilities.
Career
Uzoamaka Power’s career began in earnest in 2017 when she was cast in the lead role of Cynthia in MTV Shuga, gaining recognition between 2018 and 2019, then reprising the role for the 2020 special edition addressing the COVID-19 pandemic.
She expanded her repertoire with roles in productions like Stuck (2019), Riona (2020), and the trailblazing LGBT film Ife (2020), which earned her the Kim Renders Memorial Award for Outstanding Performance in 2021.
Throughout 2021 to 2024, Power’s range across genres widened through appearances in supernatural thrillers (Ananze and the Zipman), comedies (Ponzi), psychological thrillers (Diiche), and internationally acclaimed films such as Mami Wata (Nigeria’s Oscar submission).
In 2024, she starred in The Weekend, With Difficulty Comes Ease, and Phoenix Fury, showcasing her skills in both mainstream and festival circuits.
In addition to acting, she directed and wrote the short films Love Language and My Body, God’s Temple, further highlighting her multifaceted talent.
Personal Life
Uzoamaka Power is private about her personal relationships and does not publicly share details about romantic partners. She has no children and resides in Lagos, Nigeria. Her heritage traces to Umuoji in Anambra State, with strong ties to her family and hometown.
Uzoamaka Power Net Worth
Her estimated net worth stands around $300,000 USD (roughly ₦450 million), accumulated from her diverse roles as an actress, writer, and director since beginning her career in 2017.
Filmography
Television
- MTV Shuga (2018–2019, 2020 special edition)
- Riona (2020)
- Diiche (2022)
- Rumor Has It
- NollyBabes (post-production)
Films
- Stuck (2019)
- Ife (2020)
- Ananze and the Zipman (2020)
- Ponzi (2021)
- A Naija Christmas (2021)
- Sister Rose (2021)
- Diiche (2022)
- Mami Wata (2023)
- Domitilla: The Sequel (2023)
- The Weekend (2024)
- With Difficulty Comes Ease (2024)
- Phoenix Fury (2024)
- Headless (2024)
- Shaping Us (2024)
- The Counsellor (2024)
- Love Notes (2024)
- My Father’s Shadow (2025)
- Ten Toes (2025)
Directorial Works
- Love Language (2023)
- My Body, God’s Temple (2025)
Awards and Nominations
Awards Won
- Kim Renders Memorial Award for Outstanding Performance, Reelout Film Festival (2021)
- Jury Prize, Nollywood Week Paris for Love Language (2023)
- Caméra d’Or Special Mention, Cannes Film Festival for My Father’s Shadow (2025)
- Best Film and Best Director Awards, AFRIFF for Phoenix Fury (2024)
Major Nominations
- Best Supporting Actress, Africa Movie Academy Awards for Mami Wata (2023)
- Best Actress, Africa Movie Academy Awards for The Weekend and With Difficulty Comes Ease (2024)
- Best Lead Actress, AMVCA for Phoenix Fury (2025)
- Best Short Film, Africa Movie Academy Awards for Love Language (2023)
