Saint Obi
Obinna Nwafor listen (16 November 1965 – 7 May 2023) popularly known as Saint Obi, was a Nigerian actor,[1][2] film producer and film director.[3][4][5] Obi is known for his roles in Candle Light, State of Emergency, Sakobi, Goodbye Tomorrow, Heart of Gold, Festival of Fire, Executive Crime and Last Party.
Obinna Nwafor | |
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Born | 16 November 1965 |
Died | 7 May 2023 57) | (aged
Nationality | Nigerian |
Alma mater | University of Jos |
Years active | 1996—2023 |
Known for |
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Life and career
Obi was born on 16 November 1965.[6] He majored in Theatre Arts at the University of Jos, and ventured into acting in 1996 via a Peugeot television commercial. He would later star in over 60 movies.[7] In 2001, Obi produced his first movie titled Take Me to Maama, where he starred as Jerry, alongside Ebi Sam, Rachel Oniga, Nse Abel and Enebeli Elebuwa.
Obi died on 7 May 2023, at the age of 57.[8]
See also
References
- Adebayo, Tireni (24 February 2022). "Actor Saint Obi battles wife in court over custody of their kids". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 12 March 2022.
- Ukonu, Ivory; THEWILL (25 February 2022). "Veteran Actor Saint Obi In Messy Divorce Drama With Estranged Wife". Retrieved 23 November 2022.
- "Saint Obi's night of double treats". punchng.com. Archived from the original on 26 August 2014. Retrieved 21 August 2014.
- "Saint Obi out with new awards". punchng.com. Archived from the original on 26 August 2014. Retrieved 21 August 2014.
- "Nollywood Actor Saint Obi Reveals why he stopped acting!". 2shymusic.com. Retrieved 21 August 2014.
- NF. "Saint Obi: Biography, Career, Movies & More". Retrieved 19 May 2019.
- "Over 500 million watch Nollywood, says Saint Obi". Vanguard. 15 August 2009. Retrieved 23 April 2011.
- Veteran Nolywood actor, Saint Obi dies at 57
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