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Chigozie Atuanya

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Zeal Chigozie Atuanya
Born (1980-09-13) September 13, 1980 (age 44)
Agu-Ukwu Nri in Anambra
NationalityNigerian
Alma materEnugu State University of Science and Technology
Known forDirecting and production
Spouse
Jennifer Obianuju Atuanya (nee Oranika)
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(m. 2013)​

Zeal Chigozie Atuanya// ⓘ (born 13 September 1980) is a Nigerian actor, producer and entrepreneur.[1][2] He is also the CEO of Skybridimpex roof and Uncle Lala’sTV.[3]

Early Life

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Atuanya was born in Aba, Abia State, but hails from Agu-Ukwu Nri in Anambra State, into the family of Dominic Nonyelum Atuanya. His father, who was popularly known as Nnabuenyi, died after a brief illness on 5 February 2015.[4]

Education

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Atuanya finished his primary and secondary school education in Aba, Abia State, where he got his SSCE and WAEC certificates, respectively. [5]He then earned a B.Sc. in Public Administration from Enugu State University of Science and Technology.[6]

Career

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Atuanya made his screen debut in a 1998 film titled King Jaja of Opobo and has since gone on to produce and star in several films.[6] He was once a model for Delta Soap, appearing in one of their television commercials.[7]

Personal Life

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Atuanya is married to Jennifer Obianuju Oranika, a law graduate from Igbinedion University, Edo State. The couple's traditional marriage took place on 31 March 2013, followed by a white wedding on 3 August 2013.[8] They welcomed their first child, a baby girl name Kaima, on 6 September 2014.[9]

Awards and Achievements

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In 2014, Atuanya received the Best Indigenous Film award at the Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards (GIAMA) held in Houston on October 25. In recognition of his work on the Igbo-language film Chetanna[10]

Selected filmography

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  • Last warning (2002)
  • Miserable wealth (2003)
  • Great mother
  • My Angel (2004)
  • Floating Feelings (2005)
  • Rattle Snake 3
  • Evil Forest
  • Lumba Boys (2008)
  • Ladies Gang (2011) as Mike
  • White Hunters (2010)
  • Floating Feelings (2005) as Robert
  • My Sweet Sister (2006)
  • Double Slap (2006)
  • Royal Palace (2005)
  • Chetanna (2015) as Emeka
  • Brother's Keeper (2014) as Assassin
  • Native Girl (2018) as Chike
  • Stolen (2019)
  • Nkem (2020)
  • Disunion (2020) as Kalu
  • Obidike(2022) as Obidike
  • Save The Princess (2022) as Nkemjika
  • Passionate Encounter (2022)
  • Mr Wife (2023) as Chibuzor

Awards and nominations

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Year Award ceremony Prize Result Ref
2011 2011 City People Entertainment Awards Best Actor Won [11]
2015 2015 Zulu African Film Academy Awards Best Actor Indigenous (Male) Won [12]
2016 4th Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards Producer of Best Indigenous Language Film (Igbo) Nominated [13]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Ezeh/Nigeriafilms.com, Maryjane. "Chigozie Atunaya Leaving The Movies For The Field? - nigeriafilms.com". Archived from the original on 5 June 2016. Retrieved 6 June 2016.
  2. ^ "Nigeria: I'll Preserve Igbo Culture With Movies - Atuanya". Retrieved 6 June 2016.
  3. ^ danivert (2023-04-23). "Chigozie Atuanya bags Miles Star Excellence Award for his contribution to Nollywood". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
  4. ^ Staff, Uyo Gist (2024-08-18). "Chigozie Atuanya Biography And Net Worth". Uyo Money Gist. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
  5. ^ Staff, Uyo Gist (2024-08-18). "Chigozie Atuanya Biography And Net Worth". Uyo Money Gist. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
  6. ^ a b "Happy birthday to Chigozie Atuanya, born September 13!". 13 September 2015. Retrieved 6 June 2016.
  7. ^ "Birthday Mates: Chigozie Atuanya and Monalisa Chinda (Born September 13) - Nigeria Movie Network". Retrieved 6 June 2016.
  8. ^ Weddings, BellaNaija (2013-08-03). "Nollywood Actor Chigozie Atuanya Ties the Knot with his damsel Jennifer Oranika". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
  9. ^ Chioma, Rita (7 September 2016). "Chigozie Atuanya, wife celebrate daughter's birthday in a special way (Exclusive Photos)". Vanguard Allure. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
  10. ^ izuzu, chibumga (2014-10-29). "Chigozie Atuanya's Movie Wins Best Indigenous Film". Pulse Ghana. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
  11. ^ stephen. ""With God, nothing is impossible," says Nollywood Actor Chigozie Atuanya". Archived from the original on 10 August 2016. Retrieved 6 June 2016.
  12. ^ "Photos: Queen Nwokoye & Chigozie Atuanya Win Best Igbo Actress & Actor Of 2015 Awards At Zafaa - Nollywood, Nigeria, News, Celebrity, Gists, Gossips, Entertainment". Retrieved 6 June 2016.
  13. ^ "Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards 2016: The full winners' list". Archived from the original on 30 July 2019. Retrieved 6 June 2016.
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