Charles Okocha

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Charles Okocha
NationalityNigerian
Other namesIgwe 2Pac
OccupationActor

Popularly known as Igwe 2Pac, Charles Okocha is a Nigerian actor known for playing bad boy roles. [1] Charles Okocha was one of the mentors for 'Idea Challenge, initiated by Nigeria Billionaires Network'. [2] He won the Vskit Voice Competition in 2019. [2] [3]

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Personal life

In 2019, He was allegedly shot in Asaba by a policeman and underwent emergency surgery in the United States as a result. [4] [5] He plans to get married to his fiancee of 7 years later in 2024. [6]

Controversy

A video clip circulating online got his fans angry. Wherein the actor was allegedly accused of destroying his friend's car while dragging his daughter to a car. [7] Charles Okocha cleared the air and confirmed the clip was a scene in a movie. [7]

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References

  1. "My mum wants me to act as pastor, not just bad boy — Charles Okocha". Punch Newspapers. 2022-06-05. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
  2. 1 2 "Charles Okocha, others to mentor youths in 'Idea Challenge'". Punch Newspapers. 2022-11-18. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
  3. Royal, David O. (2019-11-07). "Charles Okocha a.ka 'Igwe 2pac' wins Vskit Voice to Fame crown". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
  4. Okogba, Emmanuel (2019-06-25). "Actor Charles Okocha expresses gratitude after successful surgery in U.S". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
  5. Jannah, Chijioke (2017-08-18). "Popular Nollywood actor, Charles Okocha, narrates how he survived 6 gunshots in Asaba". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
  6. Daramola, Ibukunoluwa (2024-11-11). "Charles Okocha opens up about his reasons for getting married". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  7. 1 2 "Viral video: My daughter's image at stake - Actor Charles Okocha". Punch Newspapers. 2021-10-22. Retrieved 2022-12-09.