Obi Cubana, 10 other famous people from Anambra State

This article coined by News460 Nigeria highlights well-known Nigerian celebrities who are natives of Anambra State.

Anambra State is located in southeastern Nigeria, with Awka as its capital.

There are roughly 21 Local Government Areas in the state where Igbo speakers reside, and the state’s motto is “Light of the Nation.”

Considering that Onitsha serves as the state’s commercial hub, it is among the most populated and productive regions in the East.

Natural resources such as natural gas and crude oil are abundant in it.

Fishing and cattle raising are two other significant industries in this state.

Along with its natural resources, the state has produced well-known figures that are well-known both domestically and abroad.

These individuals have achieved great success in their diverse domains and have established a positive reputation for themselves in society.

The list of well-known Anambra State natives is enumerated below.

1. Cubana Obi

Anambra State is the hometown of renowned businessman Obinna “Obi” Iyiegbu, better known as Obi Cubana.

He was born in Oba, in the Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State, on April 12, 1975.

He is married, has kids, and graduated from Enough State University with a degree in political science.

He is the chief executive officer of the Cubana group, a collection of various companies.

2. Pete Edochie

Pete Edochie, a seasoned Nollywood actor, is a distinguished Anambra State native.

He is regarded as one of the most gifted actors in Nollywood and has won numerous accolades.

Although he was born in Zaria, Kaduna State, on March 7, 1947, his ancestral home is Nteje, in the Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State.

He is happily married to Josephine Edochie and together they have children and grandchildren.

He is the father of Yul Edochie and Leo Edochie, two of Nollywood’s most popular actors.

After appearing in the film “Things Fall Apart,” which is an adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s best-selling book, he became a household name in the Nigerian entertainment industry.

3. Ngozie Ezeonu

Anambra State native Ngozi Ezeonu is a seasoned actress.

Her role as an African mother in home videos has garnered her most notoriety. She was born on May 23, 1965, and is a native of Ogbunike, Anambra State.

She was employed by Eko FM and Radio Lagos, and she attended the Nigerian Institute of Journalism.

For her roles in movies, she has already won a number of awards.

4. Chinedu Okoli (Flavour)

Anambra State-born musician Chinedu Okoli is better known by his stage name Flavour.

He is from Umunze in Orumba South LGA, Anambra State, Nigeria, but was born in Enugu State on November 23, 1983.

The hit song “Nwa Baby (Ashawo Remix)” by Flavour is well-known in Africa and throughout the world.

He is presently signed up with 2nite Entertainment.

5. Jim Iyke

Jim Iyke, also known as James Ikechukwu Esomugha, is an Anambra State native who was raised in Ogwugwu Village in the Enugwu-Agidi town.

He was born on September 25, 1976, and graduated from the University of Jos in Plateau State with a degree in philosophy.

He launched his own music record label, Untamed Records, and a film production company, Untamed Productions, in 2007.

6. Phyno

Popular rap artist Chibuzo Nelson Azubuike, better known by his stage name Phyno, is a native of Anambra State.

He was born on October 9th, 1986, and graduated from the Institute of Management and Technology in Enugu with a degree in public administration.

He began his musical career in 2003 as a producer and is well-known for his Igbo rapping.

7. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is known for her novels, short stories, and nonfiction writings.

The Times Literary Supplement referred to her as “the most prominent” in a “procession of critically acclaimed young anglophone authors.”

She was born and raised in Anambra State, and her novels have won her numerous honors, including the MacArthur Genius Grant.

8. Oge Okoye

Another Nigerian actress, Oge Okoye, was born in Nnewi, Anambra State.

She was born on November 16th, 1980, and she graduated from Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka with a degree in theater arts.

Her exceptional roles in films have earned her nominations and awards.

9. P-square

P-square, the stage name of twin brothers Peter and Paul Okoye, is well-known.
They are successful natives of Anambra State.

They are both recognized as some of the most important African artists, and they are praised for their creative innovation, musical adaptability, and visual presentation.

10. Chika Ike

Actress and TV personality Chika “Nancy” Ike hails from Anambra State and works in Nollywood.

She has received recognition from the public for her roles in a number of films.

She studied filmmaking at the New York Film Academy in Los Angeles after receiving her degree. She was born in Onitsha on November 8, 1985.

11. Kenneth Okolie

Famous people from Anambra State include Kenneth Obinna Okolie.

In addition to being crowned Mr. Nigeria in 2010, he was the 2015 City People Entertainment Awards’ Best Supporting Actor of the Year (English) winner.

He is from Anambra State, specifically Ihiala. He was born in Ghana on February 21st, 1984, and graduated from Valley View University.