Fati Niger is a Nigerian actress born on May 15, 1976, in Lala, Katsina state, Nigeria. With over two decades of experience in the Nigerian film industry, fondly called Kannywood, she has starred in numerous movies ranging from local releases to international features.
Early Life and Education
Fati Niger was born into the family of Mohammed Abubakar Matazu, a businessman, and Talatu Idris, a housewife. She was raised alongside her six siblings in a small village in Katsina state, Nigeria. Niger attended primary and secondary school in Katsina and later moved to Kaduna state, where she studied Business Administration at Kaduna Polytechnic.
Career
Fati Niger began her acting career in 1996 when she was spotted by a movie producer while shopping at a local market in Kaduna. She was offered a role in the movie “Yan Mata,” which was her first major project in the movie industry. Her performance in the movie was widely acclaimed, which led to more opportunities for her.
Over the years, Niger has featured in over 100 movies, including “Bakandamiya,” “Kona Gari,” “Hajia,” “Duniya Akwai Kishiya,” “Majalisa,” and “Sabon Batsa.”
Filmography
Movie Title | Year Released |
---|---|
Yan Mata | 1996 |
Bakandamiya | 1997 |
Kona Gari | 1998 |
Duniya Akwai Kishiya | 2000 |
Hajia | 2003 |
Majalisa | 2010 |
Sabon Batsa | 2018 |
Personal Life
Despite being a public figure, Fati Niger has managed to keep her personal life away from the public eye. It is not widely known if she is married or has any children. However, it is known that she owns several properties, including a house and at least three cars.
Net Worth
Fati Niger’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million in dollars, which is equivalent to 400 million in naira. In Canadian dollars, her net worth is equivalent to 1.3 million, while it is equivalent to 23 million in Ghana cedi, 48 million in Kenya shilling, 11 million in South Africa rand, 4 billion in Uganda shilling and 77 million in India rupee.
Despite her impressive net worth, Fati Niger is known to live a modest lifestyle and has remained grounded despite her success in the movie industry.
Awards and Nominations
Fati Niger’s hard work and dedication to her craft have earned her several nominations and awards over the years. In 2009, she won the Best Actress in a Leading Role award at the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) for her role in the movie “Majalisa.”
Other notable awards and nominations include:
- Nominated for Best Actress at the City People Entertainment Awards (2009)
- Won the Best Actress at the Zulu African Film Academy (ZAFAA) Awards (2013)
- Nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the African Magic Viewers Choice Awards (2016)
- Nominated for the Best Actress Award at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards (2017)
Social Media
For fans interested in following Fati Niger on social media, she can be found on Instagram as @fatinigerr.
YouTube Videos
Here are some YouTube videos showcasing Fati Niger’s performances: