Do you want to know the richest actor in Nigeria in 2022? If your answer is yes, then you have to read this article till the end. The Nigerian movie industry popularly known as Nollywood is the 3rd biggest film industry globally in terms of film output and gross net worth and Nigerian actors have been its integral part. It is also the 3rd most significant film industry by revenue generation since 2013 till date, creating jobs in the country and giving financial freedom to talented people.
Nollywood has produced lots of talented actors who have represented Nigeria well in the global space. Most of these actors have also acted in some international movie industry like Hollywood and raking their bank accounts with thousands of dollars. In this article I will be sharing with you the Top 10 most richest actors in Nigeria in 2022 and their net worth.
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10. Kanayo O Kanayo
Kanayo O Kanayo whose full name is Anayo Modestus Onyekwere is a veteran Nollywood actor. He was born on 1st March 1962 in Mbaise, Imo State. In 2006, he won the African Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. He has been in the Nigerian movie industry for almost 30 years. Kanayo O Kanayo is the 10th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $5 million. Kanayo O Kanayo joined the Nigerian movie industry (Nollywood) in 1992, and made his debut film appearance in the film “Living in Bondage” a movie that brought Nollywood to limelight. Kanayo O Kanayo has starred in over 300 films. He is currently a United Nations Ambassador and a Glo brand ambassador. He has won several awards in Nigeria. Kanayo O Kanayo makes his money by acting, producing, brand endorsements and his personal entrepreneur businesses. Kanayo O Kanayo is currently the 10th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $5 million.
9. John Okafor
John Okafor also known as Mr Ibu is a veteran Nollywood actor from Enugu State. He is currently the funniest actor in Nigeria. His nick name Mr Ibu was gotten from a movie he featured in titled “Mr Ibu” a movie that gained him popularity and made him famous. John Okafor is the 9th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $5.3 million. He has been in the Nigerian movie industry for over two decades. He is a very interesting character to watch always and very hilarious. His movies are always in high demand. The famous Nollywood comedian has over 200 films to his credit. He makes his money by acting, producing, brand endorsements and his personal entrepreneur businesses. John Okafor is currently the 9th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $5.3 million.
8. Osita Iheme
Osita Iheme also known as Paw-paw is a veteran Nollywood actor from Imo State. He has been in the movie industry for over two decades. Osita Iheme is the 8th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $5.8 million. He became famous after starring alongside with Chinedu Ikedieze in the 2003 comic movie Aki na Ukwa. He is originally from Imo State and has won several awards and accolades. Osita Iheme is a well-known figure in the entertainment industry and rated as one of the highest paid actors in Nigeria. He makes his money by acting, producing, brand endorsements and his personal entrepreneur businesses. He is a well known GLO Ambassador. Osita Iheme is currently the 8th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $5.8 million.
7. Chinedu Ikedieze
Chinedu Ikedieze also known as Aki is a veteran Nollywood actor from Abia State. He has been in the movie industry for over two decades. Chinedu Ikedieze is the 7th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6 million. He was born on 12th December 1979 in Bende, Abia State. He is best known for playing alongside with Osita Iheme in most of his movies after their breakthrough in the blockbuster movie Aki na Ukwa. He makes his money by acting, producing, brand endorsements and his personal entrepreneur businesses. He is a well known GLO Ambassador. Chinedu Ikedieze is currently the 7th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6 million.
6. Ramsey Nouah
Ramsey Nouah also known as lover boy is a veteran Nollywood actor from Ondo State. He has been in the movie industry for over two decades. He became famous in the Nigerian movie industry due to his active roles in romantic movies. Ramsey Nouah is the 6th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.3 million. The famous actor was born on 19th December 1970 to an Israeli father and Yoruba Mother from Owo in Ondo State. Movie acting and directing has fetched him so much wealth to become one of the richest actors in Nigeria. He makes his money by acting, producing, brand endorsement and his personal entrepreneur businesses. Ramsey Nouah is currently the 6th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.3 million.
5. Chidi Mokeme
Chidi Mokeme is a veteran Nollywood actor and a host of a TV reality show. He was the host of Gulder Ultimate Search Reality Show. He was born on 17th March 1972 in Anambra State, Nigeria. He is currently married to Jean Olumba Mokeme. He is a graduate of Institute of Management and Technology (IMT) in Enugu. Chidi Mokeme is the 5th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.8 million. Chidi Mokeme started acting in 1995. Apart from acting, he is also a TV host and a model. He has appeared in movies like 76 and The Seed, amongst other movies. He became more popular when he finished hosting two seasons of a reality TV show known as the Guilder Ultimate Search. This multi-talented actor’s movie roles and business interest have brought him fame and wealth. He makes his money through film acting, event management, TV hosting, brand endorsement and his personal entrepreneur businesses. Chidi Mokeme is currently the 5th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.8 million.
4. Richard Mofe Damijo
Richard Mofe Damijo also known as RMD is a veteran Nollywood actor from Delta state. He has been in the Nigerian movie industry for more than two decades. He has won several awards and accolades. RMD is the 4th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $7 million. He is a man of class operating in his own league. RMD is a Nigerian actor and a politician. He joined politics few years ago and was appointed as commissioner of culture and tourism in Delta State by the Delta State Governor. He is currently the brand ambassador for GLO. RMD makes his money by acting, producing, brand endorsement, politics and his personal entrepreneur businesses. RMD is currently the 4th richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $7 million.
3. Zubby Michael
Zubby Michael also known as Doings or Eze Ndiala is a famous Nollywood actor and producer. He is known for playing criminal, villain and hit man roles in movies. Zubby Michael is the 3rd richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $7.5 million. He was born on 1st February 1985 in Yola, Adamawa State in the northern part of Nigeria. He is currently 37 years old. Zubby Michael hails from Ozubulu in Okwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State in the south eastern part of Nigeria, but grew up in Yola, Adamawa State in the northern part of Nigeria. He is known for spraying money extravagantly in shows and events. He was nicked named Doings and can be seen hanging out with the biggest boys in Nigeria. He makes his money by acting, producing, brand endorsement and his personal entrepreneur businesses. Zubby Michael is currently the 3rd richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $7.5 million.
2. Desmond Elliot
Desmond Elliot is a veteran Nollywood actor turned politician from Lagos state. He is currently a member of Lagos State House of Assembly. Desmond Elliot is the 2nd richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $8.9 million. Desmond Elliot is a Nigerian actor and politician. Having been in the movie industry for a long time, Desmond Elliot has earned so much to become one of the richest actors in Nigeria. The famous actor was born on 4th February 1974 in Lagos. He is married and blessed with two kids. Desmond Elliot has been featured in over 200 Nollywood movies, aside from that he is also a movie director and a movie producer. He makes his money by acting, producing, directing, brand endorsement, politics and his personal entrepreneur businesses. Desmond Elliot is currently the 2nd richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $8.9 million.
1. Jim Iyke
Jim Iyke whose full name is James Ikechukwu Esomugha is a veteran Nollywood actor from Anambra state who has been in the movie industry for over 26 years. Jim Iyke is widely regarded as Nollywood’s bad boy. He is the richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $10 million. Jim Iyke has been in the Nigerian movie industry (Nollywood) for over two decades. He has won so many awards to his credit. He is a popular and a purposeful actor. Jim Iyke has grown and excelled in the entertainment industry. He makes his money by acting, producing, brand endorsement and his personal entrepreneur businesses. Jim Iyke is currently the richest actor in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $10 million.
