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Nkiru Sylvanus is a household name in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. She is a legendary actress, model, and film producer who has graced both small and big screens in the country.
Early Life and Education
Nkiru Sylvanus was born on the 21st of April, 1982 in Osisioma Ngwa, Abia State. She attended Ohabiam Primary School in Aba before moving on to complete her secondary education at the Girls’ High School in Aba.
After completing her secondary education, Nkiru went on to study Mass Communication at Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) where she obtained her Bachelor’s degree.
Career Beginnings
At the start of her career, Nkiru worked in the Nigerian movie industry as a scriptwriter and production assistant. She eventually got her big break when she was discovered by Kenneth Nnebue, founder of Nigeria’s first film production company – Nek Video Links Productions.
Nkiru started off with minor roles before eventually landing a lead role in the hit movie “A Cry for Help” which brought her into the limelight in the Nigerian movie industry.
Filmography
| Title | Year |
|---|---|
| A Cry for Help | 2003 |
| Egg of Life | 2005 |
| The Only Son | 2006 |
| Divine Twins | 2006 |
| Family Secret | 2008 |
| Secret Pain | 2010 |
| Warrior Sisters | 2014 |
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Social Media Accounts
Stay updated with Nkiru Sylvanus’ activities by following her on social media. Here are her official accounts:
- Instagram: @nkirusylvanus_real
- Twitter: @nkiru_sylvanus
- Facebook: Nkiru Sylvanus
Personal Life
Nkiru Sylvanus is a private individual and has kept her personal life away from the public eye. However, it is known that she is currently single and has not been married before.
Cars and House
Nkiru Sylvanus is a successful actress and film producer. Although there is no specific information about the type of car she drives, she is known to own at least one car. Similarly, there is little known about her residence, but it is believed that she owns a house in one of the choice areas of Lagos.
Net Worth
Nkiru Sylvanus is estimated to have a net worth of:
- $280,000 (USD)
- ₦107,435,200 (NGN)
- CAD 367,508 (CAD)
- GHS 1,627,187 (GHS)
- KES 30,101,192 (KES)
- ZAR 4,097,880 (ZAR)
- UGX 1,039,740,480 (UGX)
- ₹20,517,880 (INR)
It’s important to note that these figures are merely estimates.
Awards and Nominations
- Best Supporting Actress at the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) 2006 for her role in “A Cry for Help”
- Nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the African Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2013
- African Heritage Awards Best Supporting Actor (Female) for the film “Family Secret”
- Winner of Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Yoruba) at the Best of Nollywood awards (BON) 2012 for her role in the film “Asiri Nla”
In conclusion, Nkiru Sylvanus is a talented actress who has made a name for herself in the Nigerian entertainment industry. From her humble beginnings as a scriptwriter and production assistant, she has gone on to become a bona fide star, and her contributions to the industry cannot be overemphasized.