Osita Iheme facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Osita Iheme
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Iheme at the 2014 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards
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| Born | 20 February 1982 Mbaitoli, Imo State, Nigeria
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| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Other names | Pawpaw |
| Education | Bachelor of Science |
| Alma mater | Lagos State University |
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| Years active | 2002— present |
| Known for | Aki na Ukwa |
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| Awards | Africa Movie Academy Award for Lifetime Achievement (2007) |
| Honours | Order of the Federal Republic |
Osita Iheme is a famous Nigerian actor, producer, and comedian. He was born on February 20, 1982, in Imo State, Nigeria. He is best known for his role as Pawpaw in the popular 2002 movie Aki na Ukwa. In this film, he starred alongside his friend and fellow actor, Chinedu Ikedieze.
Osita Iheme has appeared in many Nollywood (the Nigerian film industry) movies. Some of his well-known films include 2 Rats (2003), Baby Police (2003), and Christmas in Miami. In 2007, he received a special award for his lifetime achievements in acting. He was also honored by the Nigerian President in 2011 for his contributions to the country.
Early Life and Education
Osita Iheme grew up in Abia State, Nigeria. His parents are Mr. Herbert Iheme and Mrs. Augustina Iheme. He has four siblings.
He studied at the Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu (IMT). There, he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. After finishing his studies, Osita first thought about becoming a lawyer. However, he decided to follow his passion for acting instead. He started his acting career in 1998, taking on small roles at first.
Acting Career
Osita Iheme often played the role of a child in many movies. He became very famous after playing Pawpaw in the 2002 movie Aki na Ukwa. This movie was a huge hit and made him and Chinedu Ikedieze household names in Nigeria. Their on-screen chemistry was loved by many.
In 2023, Osita Iheme became an ambassador for TAJBank, a financial institution. He has also shared his plans to run for a political office in the future.
Awards and Influence
Osita Iheme has made a big impact on the Nigerian Film Industry, especially in comedy movies. In 2011, the President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, gave him a special national honor. This award is called Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR).
In 2007, he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA). This award recognized his long and successful career in film.
Osita Iheme and Chinedu Ikedieze are still very popular. Their performances in Aki na Ukwa have become famous on social media. Since 2019, funny pictures and videos (called memes) of their characters have been shared widely online. This has helped them gain fans all over the world.
Selected Filmography
Osita Iheme has acted in many movies. Here are some of them:
- Aki na Ukwa (2002) as Pawpaw
- 2 Rats (2003)
- Baby Police (2003) as Dada
- The Tom and Jerry (2003) as Jerry
- Mr. Ibu (2004) as Muo
- The Last Orphan (2005)
- Magic Cap (2006) as Anya
- The Mirror Boy (2011) as Mirror Boy
- Aki and Pawpaw (2021) as Pawpaw
- Christmas in Miami (2021) as Raphael
See also
In Spanish: Osita Iheme para niños
