Ngozi Nwosu is a Nigerian actress who was born on August 1, 1963, in Amichi, a town in Anambra state, Nigeria. She is best known for her role as Peaceful Peace in the popular TV series “Fuji House of Commotion”. Nwosu started her acting career in the 1990s, and since then, she has starred in several Nollywood movies and TV series.
Early Life and Education
Nwosu was raised in Lagos state, Nigeria, where she attended the St. Mary’s Private School and St. Paul Anglican School. She later studied Mass Communication at the Isolo campus of the Lagos State University, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree.
Career
Nwosu began her acting career in the 1990s when she featured in the NTA national soap opera “Ripples”. She later became a regular face on TV screens, featuring in several Nollywood movies and TV series, including “Living in Bondage”, “Checkmate”, “Egghead”, “Hotel Majestic”, “Dowry” and “The Bridal Shower”. However, her breakout role came in the TV series “Fuji House of Commotion”, where she played the character of Peaceful Peace, a role that earned her a lot of recognition and awards.
List of Selected Filmography
| Title | Year |
|---|---|
| Living in Bondage | 1992 |
| Checkmate | 1991-1994 |
| The Bridal Shower | 2004 |
| Hotel Majestic | 2015-2016 |
| Fuji House of Commotion | 1998-2002 |
You can watch some of her works on her YouTube channel.
Personal Life
Nwosu was previously married but got divorced in 2013. She has no children yet. Despite facing many health challenges in recent years, including kidney and heart-related issues, she remains an active member of the Nigerian movie industry.
Cars and House
Nwosu has been seen driving a Mercedes Benz C300 and a Toyota Highlander. She also owns a beautiful mansion in one of the high-brow areas in Lagos state.
Net Worth
As of 2023, Ngozi Nwosu’s net worth is approximately $800,000 according to legit.ng. In Nigerian naira, her net worth is around 320 million. In Canadian dollars, she has a net worth of approximately CAD 1,020,000. Her net worth in Ghanaian cedis is around GHS 4,480,000, in Kenyan shillings, she has a net worth of KES 88,000,000. In South African Rand, her net worth is ZAR 11,200,000. In Uganda shillings, she has a net worth estimated at UGX 2,920,000,000 and in Indian rupees, she has a net worth of approximately INR 58,140,000.
Overall, Nwosu is a well-respected actress in the Nigerian movie industry, with several awards and nominations to her name.
Awards and Nominations
Nwosu has won several awards, including the Best Actress in a Leading Role award at the 10th Africa Movie Academy Awards for her role in the movie “African Tales”. She has also been nominated for several other awards, including the AMAA Best Actress in Supporting Role award for her role in the movie “Forgetting June”. Her other nominations include:
- Nominated for the Nollywood Movies Awards for Best Supporting Actress
- Nominated for the City People Movie Awards for Best Supporting Actress
- Nominated for the Nigeria Entertainment Awards for Best Actress in a Supporting Role
- Nominated for the Africa Movie Academy Awards for Best Actress in Supporting Role
Overall, Nwosu is a talented actress who has made a significant impact in the Nigerian movie industry, and her legacy lives on.