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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      Nkiru sylvanus website Nkiru Sylvanus started her acting career in when she joined Nollywood. The Nollywood movie titled "A Cry For Help" brought Nkiru Sylvanus to the limelight, gave her the nickname Ble-ble and made her a house hold name in Nigeria and beyond. She played the role of Ble-Ble, an orphan who suffered seriously and was always crying. State Of Origin : Abia State. Nkiru Sylvanus is from Abia State, Nigeria.

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      Premium Times Nigeria.

      Actress Nkiru Sylvanus: Biography And Net Worth: 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.

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      Nigerian actress nkiru sylvanus biography of rory Nkiru Sylvanus is a popular Nigerian Nollywood actress, model and television personality. Educational Background. Nkiru had her primary and secondary education in Ohabiam primary school both in Aba, Abia State in south eastern Nigeria. After obtaining her first and secondary school certificates respectively, she went to Enugu State Science and Technology, Enugu where she bagged a degree in Mass Communication. She has since been very active and made reasonable contributions to the entertainment industry.

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      Sylvanus was born in Osisioma , Aba , a city located in Abia State ,. 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. Sylvanus, who was a special assistant to former Governor of Imo state , Rochas Okorocha on Public affairs was kidnapped on 15 December at 2. S dollars was demanded by her captors in exchange for her release. 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.

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      Nkiru Sylvanus is a talented Nigerian actress, producer, and philanthropist who has graced the Nigerian movie industry with her exceptional acting skills. With a career spanning over two decades, she has become one of the most recognized faces in Nollywood. In this article, we will delve deep into her personal and professional life, highlighting her family background, educational journey, career achievements, and net worth. She is the first child in a family of five children. Although not much is known about her parents, it is evident that she comes from a supportive and loving family who have played a significant role in her success.

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