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Segun Arinze is a prominent Nigerian actor who has made remarkable contributions to the movie industry in Nigeria. He has been in the entertainment industry for several years and has earned several accolades for his exceptional talent. Arinze is also a director, producer, and singer.
Profile
| Date of Birth | 24 September 1965 |
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| Place of Birth | Onitsha, Anambra, Nigeria |
| Occupation | Actor, Director, Producer, Singer |
| Years active | 1984 – present |
| Spouse(s) | Julie Arinze |
Early Life and Career
Segun Arinze was born on 24 September 1965, in Onitsha, Anambra, Nigeria. He grew up in a family of five and attended Victory College of Commerce in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. After completing his education, he started his acting career in 1984 and appeared in his first movie, “The Return of the Native.”
Filmography
Segun Arinze has featured in several Nollywood movies, including:
- Family on Fire (2020)
- Who’s the Boss (2019)
- Code Wilo (2019)
- Alter Ego (2017)
- Head Gone (2014)
- Black Arrow (2013)
- Black Val (2006)
- Fire Love (2002)
- The Last Vote (2001)
- Agbara Nla (1992)
Some of his movies can be viewed on YouTube
Social Media
You can connect with Segun Arinze on his social media accounts:
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Segunarinz
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.segunarinze/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SegunArinze
Personal Life
Segun Arinze is married to Julie Arinze and they have children together.
Educational Background
Segun Arinze attended Victory College of Commerce in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria for his secondary education.
Net Worth
Segun Arinze’s estimated net worth is:
- Net worth in dollar: $1 million
- Net worth in naira: ₦421 million
- Net worth in Canadian dollar: CAD 1.3 million
- Net worth in Ghana cedi: GH₵ 5.7 million
- Net worth in Kenya shilling: KES 106 million
- Net worth in South Africa rand: ZAR 14 million
- Net worth in Uganda shilling: UGX 3.8 billion
- Net worth in India rupee: ₹73 crores
Note: The conversion rates used are based on the exchange rate at the time of writing.
Awards and Nominations
Segun Arinze has won several awards for his outstanding performances in movies. Some of his awards include:
- Africa Movie Academy Award – Best Actor in a Leading Role (2014)
- Best of Nollywood Awards – Best Actor in a Leading Role (2014)
- Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards – Best Supporting Actor (2016)
Segun Arinze has been nominated for other awards like the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards, Best of Nollywood Awards, and the Africa Movie Academy Awards.
Segun Arinze is a talented actor, director, and singer. His contributions to the entertainment industry in Nigeria and Africa have earned him recognition and fame.