Chioma Okoye
Nigerian actress, writer and producer (born 1983)
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Chioma Okoyeⓘ (born 3 July 1983) is a Nigerian actress,[1] writer and producer from Aguleri-Otu in Anambra East local government area of Anambra State, a state in the southeastern part of Nigeria. Since her Nollywood film debut in 2002, she has appeared in over 100 films.[2][3] She is the CEO of Purple Ribbon Entertainment.[4]
Chioma Okoye | |
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| Born | 3 July 1983 Kaduna, Nigeria |
| Citizenship | Nigeria |
| Education | History and Strategic Studies, University of Lagos |
| Alma mater | University of Lagos |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Parents |
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| Relatives | Pete Edochie (uncle) |
| Awards | African Youth Awards, 2007 |
| Website | www |
Early life
Education
Okoye attended Faith Nursery and Primary school, Kaduna state, northwest Nigeria and Christ the King Seminary, Nnobi, Anambra State. She attended the University of Lagos where she studied History and Strategic Studies.[7][8]
Career
Okoye was introduced to acting by veteran actor Pete Edochie who is her uncle. It all happened when she joined her uncle at a location.[9] She first played a role on No Shaking which she played along with Victor Osuagwu, Sam Loco Efe, and Nothing Spoil with Chinedu Ikedieze, Osita Iheme, and Uche Ogbuagu. She hit the market with her first movie she produced, which is Aso-Ebi Girls.[10] Okoye became more well known after Abuja Connection released in 2003.[11][12]
Personal life
Chioma's Postpartum struggles left her feeling overwhelmed and isolated. Her Husband's return from Big Brother's show births a turning point.[13]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Slow Poison (Agala) | Drama | |
| Drummer Boy | Directed by Amayo Uzo Philips | ||
| 2003 | No Shaking | Ijeoma | with Chiwetalu Agu, Joy Abuchi |
| 2004 | Abuja Connection | Agnes | with Eucharia Anunobi, Prince Emeka Ani |
| True Romance | Ego | Directed by Chico Ejiro | |
| 2005 | Too Late | with Ini Edo, Ben Nwosu | |
| 2007 | Passage of Kings | Nkem | Drama |
| 2007 | The Prof and Den-Gun | Biggie | Comedy / Drama |
| 2013 | Aso-ebi girl | ||
| The World Richest Family |
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | African Youth Awards | Best English/ Best actress | Won | |
| 2004 | City People awards for Excellence | Best Actress | Won |