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Destiny Etiko
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| Born | 12 August 1989 Udi, Enugu, Nigeria
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| Alma mater | Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Awards | Most Promising Actress, City People Entertainment Awards (2016) |
Destiny Etiko is a famous actress from Nigeria. She was born on August 12, 1989. She is well-known for her roles in Nollywood movies.
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Early Life and School
Growing Up in Enugu
Destiny Etiko grew up in a village called Udi, in Enugu State, Nigeria. She was born to Mr. Anonde Etiko and Mrs. Eucharia Etiko.
Her Education Journey
She went to Zik Primary School and Queens School for her early education. Both schools are in Enugu State. Later, she studied at Nnamdi Azikiwe University.
Her Acting Career
Starting in Nollywood
Destiny Etiko began acting in the Nigerian movie industry, known as Nollywood, in 2011. She shared in an interview that it was not easy at first. She had to balance her acting with her schoolwork.
Breakthrough Role in Idemili
Her career really took off after she starred in a movie called Idemili. This movie was made in 2012 but came out in 2014. Her performance in Idemili earned her a nomination for a City People Entertainment Awards. Before this big role, she had acted in other movies, but in smaller parts.
Her Personal Life
Living in Enugu
Unlike many actors who move to Lagos State, Destiny Etiko has always lived in Enugu State. She was born there and has stayed there throughout her acting career.
Family and Support
In 2019, Destiny Etiko bought an apartment for her mother. She thanked her mom for always supporting her dream of becoming an actress. Her father, however, was not happy about her choice to act at first. Sadly, her father passed away in May 2020.
Helping Others
Destiny Etiko also started a non-profit group called the Destiny Etiko Foundation. This foundation helps people who are living in poverty. She also has an adopted daughter named Chinenye Eucharia.
Awards and Recognitions
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref. |
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| 2016 | City People Entertainment Awards | Most Promising Actress of the Year Award (English) | Won |
Movies She Has Been In
- Airline Babes (2012) as Martha
- Angelina (2013) as Helen
- Native Fowl (2014) as Chibuzor
- Idemili (2014) as Ekemma
- Madam 10/10 (2015) as Kellis
- Fear of a Woman (2016)
- 3 Days to Wed (2016)
- The Storm (2016)
- Evil Seekers (2017)
- Tears of Regret (2018)
- The prince & I (2019)
- Heart of Love (2019)
- My sisters love (2019)
- Poor Billionaire (2019) as Ujunwa
- Virgin goddess (2019)
- Queen of love (2019)
- The Sacred Cowry (2019)
- The Return of Ezendiala (2019)
- Barren Kingdom (2019)
- Honorable Ladies (2019)
- Pains of the Orphan (2019)
- Clap of Royalty (2019)
- The Hidden Sin (2019)
- Family Yoke (2019)
- King's Word (2019)
- Sound of Evil (2019)
- My Private Part (2019) as Stella
- Power of Royalty (2019)
- Sunset of Love (2019)
- London Prince (2019)
- Living in Poverty (2020)
- Hour of Victory (2020)
- Wrong turn (2021)
- The Cab Ladies (2021) as Regina
- 3 Can Play (2022) as Ada
- Wanted by All (2022) as Ifenkili
- Widows money (2022)
- Daughters of Eagle (2022)
- Love Chase (2023) as Beatrice
- Loved and Lost (2023) as Camila
- City Girl (2023) as Babyna
- Woman of Power (2023)
- Jezebel (2023) as Charlotte
- Chasing Clout (2023) as Collette
- Beyond Beauty (2023 TV Movie) as Miriam
- Beyond Conception (2024) as Ncholo
- Saving Rita (2024) as Lora
- Rich mum, Poor Mum (2024) as Agnes
- Everybody Loves Jenifa (2024)
See Also
- List of Nigerian actors
