The women of Akwa Ibom are renowned for their beauty and charm, and some of Nollywood’s most stunning actresses come from this state. In this post, we’ll introduce you to some of the remarkable Nollywood actresses from Akwa Ibom, listed in no particular order.
Eve Esin
Born on October 17, 1986, in her hometown of Oron in Akwa Ibom state, Eve is a talented Nollywood actress known for the spice and elegance she brings to the television screen.
The award-winning actress has had a great deal of success in her acting career. She has starred in over 15 movies and is well-known for her ability to cry in movies.
Mbong Amata
This beautiful Nigerian actress first began her career in the Nigerian Entertainment industry in 2003 at the age of sixteen when she competed for and won the award for Most beautiful girl (Akwa Ibom.) Thereafter, she went on to feature in several movies including Black November, Black Gold and Forgetting June.
Nse Ikpe Etim
Nse made her first appearance in Nollywood when she featured in the soap opera, “Family Inheritance.” However, her amazing performance in the movies, Reloaded and Mr and Mrs were what shot her into the limelight and captivated the hearts of many Nigerians.
The talented actress lives with her husband in London.
Ini Edo
Iniobong Edo Ekim is an actress, a producer and an entrepreneur. She began her acting career in 2000. Since then, she has gone on to feature in over 100 movies.
In 2016, she was appointed Special Assistant to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State on Culture and Tourism, a role she held until the conclusion of the administration in 2023.
Inem Peter
Inem Peters was born on the 20th of October, 1989 in Lagos, Nigeria. She had both her primary and secondary education there before attending Houdegbe North American University for her university education. She was raised primarily by her mom, as her dad died when she was still young.
She began her journey in the Nollywood industry by featuring in Papa Ajasco films like: Last Date, Five Wives, Broken Wall and several others. She has since featured in many movies including Lying Game, Corporate Maidens and many others.
Regina Askia
This talented actress from Ukanafun local government in Akwa Ibom state, is also a model and an American based nurse.
Her rise to fame began after she starred in a blockbuster Nollywood movie, “Most Wanted” in 1995. She won an award for Best Actress thereafter. She has featured in over 100 movies, and she is described as Nollywood’s best actress of all time.
Didi Ekanem
Born on the 27th of August 1988 in Akwa Ibom, Didi Ekanem is a fast-rising actress with a couple of movies under her belt. She is also a social media influencer and a fashion designer definitely known for her excellent fashion choices.
Angel Samuda
This actress cum producer came into the limelight at an early age after featuring in the award-winning movie “Anna.” She is also a model and fashion designer, managing the fashion brand Touch of Sas, which she founded in 2015.
Obot Etuk
This veteran actress hails from Ikot Abasi Local government in Akwa Ibom state. After several years of acting, the actress who took a break from acting is now an ordained Pastor in Manchester, UK.
Annie Idibia
This talented actress, television presenter and entrepreneur hails from Eket in Akwa Ibom state. She joined the movie industry in 2009 by featuring in the movie “Pleasure and Crime.” Thereafter, she featured in another blockbuster movie “Blackberry Babes.”
Nsikan Isaac
Born on May 19, 1989, the talented actress, writer, mother and entrepreneur hails from Itu local government. She has been able to create a niche for herself in the movie industry, and has starred in and produced several movies.
Mimi Chaka
One of Nollywood’s finest, this talented actress began her career in the movie industry in 2000 and has since gone on to warm the hearts of fans with her charisma and impressive ability to embody her characters.
