Uzoamaka Onuoha

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Uzoamaka Onuoha
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Born
Uzoamaka Cynthia Ginikachukwu Onuoha

Lagos State, Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
Alma mater University of Nigeria, Nsukka
OccupationActress
Years active2018–present
Known for Diiche , Agemo

Uzoamaka Cynthia Ginikachukwu Onuoha is a Nigerian actress known for her work in film, television, and stage productions. She gained national recognition with her lead role in Diiche , Showmax's first Nigerian original limited series, which received seven nominations at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) in 2023. [1] [2] [3]

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Early life and education

Onuoha was born in Lagos State, Nigeria, and hails from Awo-Idemili in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. She studied at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, graduating with a second-class upper degree in theatre and film studies. She further trained in screen acting at the EbonyLife Creative Academy under South African director Drikus Volschenk in 2021. [4]

Career

YearTitleRoleNotes
2018 If I am President Zina's Team
2019 Ordinary Fellows Efya
2020OmugwoAdaShort Film
2021ReflectionsDr. AsaShort Film
King of Boys: The Return of the King ReporterT.V Mini Series (Episode 1)
Stories by HerShort Film
2022 Blood Sisters (2022 TV series) Hotel ClerkT.V Mini Series (Episode 1)
Edge of TimeIsi
Country LoveShort Film
Diiche OdiicheLead role, Showmax original series
Visa on ArrivalKimberly Africa Magic, Season 1
Finding DianaAisha CokerPremiered at Internet Governance Forum, Ethiopia
Flawsome Diamond 2 Showmax Season 1
2023A Sunday AffairTeen Toyin
ObinmapuNazaShort Film
NdeeriShort film
Oriaku: The HousewifeShort Film
Swimming in a Sea of TraumaNkechiPremiered at International Film Festival Rotterdam
AgemoLead roleProduced by Related Motion
Inside Life (2022 film) Directed by Clarence Peters, also television adaptation
2024The Theory of BreakfastT.V Mini Series
Peaceville
Toll-FreeRita DanielsShort Film
PenanceAliceDirected by Awal Rahmat; on Amazon Prime Video
SchooledDidiProduced by Ndani TV
2025Shall We Meet TonightSusanPremiered at BFI Flare

Stage work

Uzoamaka has also performed in prominent Nigerian theatrical productions:

Awards and nominations

YearAward/EventCategoryWorkResultRef
2024 AFRIFF Best Female PerformanceAgemoWon [5]
2025 AMVCA Best Lead ActressAgemoNominated [1]
–UNN Theatre AwardsBest Actress (Female Category)General body of workNominated

Personal life

Onuoha is fluent in English, Igbo, and Nigerian Pidgin. She volunteers with Clare Cares Foundation (CCF), a nonprofit focused on youth empowerment in Nigeria. She resides in Lagos State. [6]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 "First-Time AMVCA Nominees You Need to Know". BellaNaija. April 2025. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  2. ↑ "Uzoamaka Onuoha wins Best Female Performance in a feature at AFRIFF, 2024". Pulse. November 2024. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
  3. ↑ "All It Takes To Be A Multi-Talented Actor - Uzoamaka Onuoha". Youtube. Tvc News. November 2024. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
  4. ↑ "Uzoamaka Onuoha: I'm Honing My Craft,hoping for superlative rewards". ThisDayLive. November 2024. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
  5. ↑ "Uzoamaka Onuoha wins Best Female Performance in a Feature at AFRIFF 2024". Pulse Nigeria. November 19, 2024. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  6. ↑ "From Arguing with Imaginary Friends to Nollywood Leading Lady: Meet Uzoamaka Onuoha". Whatkeptmeup. February 2023. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
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