Nigerian actress nkiru sylvanus biography of rory

Nkiru Sylvanus

Nigerian actress, politician (born )

Nkiru Sylvanus Riches (born 21 April )[1] is a Nigerian actress and politician. She has featured in over two hundred movies and has been nominated for Best Actress of the Year at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards and Best Actress in a Leading Role at the Africa Movie Academy Awards.[1][2][3][4]

Early life

Sylvanus was born in Osisioma, Aba, a city located in Abia State,

Education

She attended Ohabiam Primary and Secondary School, where she obtained her first school leaving certificate and West African Senior School Certificate.

She also attended the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, graduating with a BSc degree in mass communication.[5][6][7]

Acting career

Described by The Punch newspaper as a veteran, Sylvanus began her acting career at the age of 16, in , and her breakout role came in with the film 'A Cry for Help', where she played Blessing, earning her the nickname 'Ble-Ble.[8] She has been featured in over 70 Nollywood movies.[1][9] Her first acting was by coincidence when Her house was asked to be used as a King's Palace in a movie.[10]

She has been featured twice ( & ) in The Guardian's publication on Celebrities Who Made Headlines.[9][11]

Political career

In , Sylvanus was included in the cabinet of former governor of Imo state Rochas Okorocha as his Special Assistant on Lagos State Affairs and later became his Special Adviser on Public Affairs.[12][13][14][15]

kidnap and release

Sylvanus, who was a special assistant to former Governor of Imo state, Rochas Okorocha on Public affairs was kidnapped on 15 December at pm as reported by various reputable Nigerian media houses.

A Vanguard media publication reported that a ransom of a ₦,,[7] (One hundred million naira) which was (per exchange rate) in equivalent to $, (Six Hundred and forty thousand U.S dollars) was demanded by her captors in exchange for her release.[16][17][18][19][20] It was reported by Nigerian media houses that on 21 December at pm, Sylvanus was released from her kidnappers.[19]

Awards

Personal life

For The first time in her life, On January 12, , she married the love of her life Riches Sammy traditionally in her hometown in Osisioma local Government Area Abia state.

  • Her husband is a Japan based actor/ business mogul & Investor who invested in Japanese Nightlife entertainment and Hospitality Industry. Mr. Riches Sammy owns Club, Bars, Luxurious Restaurant & Lounge in Japan and Nigeria he is also into Importation of Beauty and Anti-Aging Equipment, Cars and few other businesses [22] They had their white/church wedding in Enugu state on January 15, [23] Sylvanus was a brand influencer for his brand 7th Planet International Ltd a Restaurant and a bar in Enugu State.

    [24] Riches is a Sports lover who played for the England Team in Japan Rugby World Cup Tv Promo in [25]

    Controversies

    The Actress is said to have once married the aide to the former Vice President, Sambo, Umar Sani in [26] Not long after, She was involved with Stanley Duru the ex-husband of her industry colleague, Oge Okoye.[27]

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    2. ^Haliwud (2 February ). "Photos: Veteran Nollywood Actress, Nkiru Sylvanus Flaunts Her New Look". Information Nigeria. Retrieved 28 November
    3. ^"Veteran Actress, Nkiru Sylvanus Turns Musician, Releases Gospel Album".

      Within Nigeria. 7 June Retrieved 28 November

    4. ^Obioji, Amaka (20 June ). "I've never been married. - Actress Nkiru Sylvanus". . Retrieved 28 November
    5. ^"The good, bad and sweet story of Nkiru Sylvanus". Vanguard News. 16 November Retrieved 28 November
    6. ^"Nse, Nkiru Sylvanus and Ivie Okujaiye battle for AMVCA award tonight!".

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    12. ^Onu, Stephen (1 June ). "Flashback: Nkiru Sylvanus's iconic role in Nollywood classic 'A Cry for Help'".

      Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 3 November

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      Nkiru sylvanus website Wikiquote Wikidata item. Blog Categories. In this article, we will delve deep into her personal and professional life, highlighting her family background, educational journey, career achievements, and net worth. Nkiru Sylvanus reportedly got married to Stanley Duru in a secret wedding ceremony in

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    14. ^Enenaite, Blessing (11 November ). "Belonging to cliques in Nollywood not my thing – Nkiru Umeh". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 8 November
    15. ^"Celebrities that made headlines in – Part 1". . 30 December Retrieved 28 November
    16. ^"Nkiru Sylvanus 'I will act in more movies this year,' actress reveals".

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    17. ^Orenuga, Adenike (14 September ). "Nkiru Sylvanus gets new appointment in Imo". Retrieved 28 November
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      Nigerian actress nkiru sylvanus biography of rory Nkiru Sylvanus was rumored to be in a relationship but she denied ever dating the then Imo Governor or being in a relationship with him. Sylvanus, who was a special assistant to former Governor of Imo state , Rochas Okorocha on Public affairs was kidnapped on 15 December at 2. Beyond her acting and producing career, Nkiru Sylvanus has a passion for giving back to society. Nigerian actress, politician born

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      About Author keninfo. For The first time in her life, On January 12, , she married the love of her life Riches Sammy traditionally in her hometown in Osisioma local Government Area Abia state. Retrieved 13 January With a career spanning over two decades, she has become one of the most recognized faces in Nollywood.

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    23. ^ ab"Jubilation as Nkiru Sylvanus, Okoli regain freedom". Vanguard News. 20 December Retrieved 28 November
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      "Photos And Video From The White Wedding Of Actress Nkiru Sylvanus". . Retrieved 18 January

    28. ^Ovwe, Medeme (13 January ). "Meet Nkiru's Sylvanus Dashing Mystery Husband, Riches Sammy".

      Nkiru Sylvanus Biography, Age, Pictures, Husband, Married ...: Home About Contact. Sylvanus was born in Osisioma , Aba , a city located in Abia State ,. S dollars was demanded by her captors in exchange for her release. Education [ edit ].

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      Vanguard News. Nkiru had her primary and secondary education in Ohabiam primary school both in Aba, Abia State in south eastern Nigeria. Acting career [ edit ]. She is good at interpreting movie roles and can as well accept any character given to her in movies.

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