Ejike Asiegbu

Ejike Asiegbu is a veteran Nigerian actor, filmmaker, director, producer, and a former President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN). He is a highly respected figure in Nollywood with a career spanning several decades. Ejike Asiegbu, Turner Isuon: Where are they now? - Blueprint ... Why Ojukwu was misunderstood - Ejike Asiegbu - Vanguard News Ejike Asiegbu returns to the turf | The Guardian Nigeria ... Key Highlights Birth and Background: Born on November 8, 1959, in Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria. Education: He holds a bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Port Harcourt, where he trained under the late Prof. Ola Rotimi. Political Role: He served as a personal assistant to the former Biafran leader, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, during the 1994 National Constitutional Conference in Abuja. AGN President: He was elected as the National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) from 2005 to 2009, implementing policies to bolster professionalism and protect actors' rights. Career and Notable Work Asiegbu began his career in television and stage productions before transitioning to home videos in Nollywood. He is known for his roles in action and drama films. Television: Early roles included appearances in popular Nigerian soaps like The New Masquerade and Bassey and Company. He also featured in a TV production of Things Fall Apart. Film: He has acted in over 250 Nollywood movies. Silent Night (1996) Blood Money (1997) Oracle (1998) State of Emergency (2005) RattleSnake: The Ahanna Story (2020) Glamour Girls (2022) Christmas in Lagos (2024) Current Activities Ejike Asiegbu remains active in the film industry as an actor, director, and producer. He also works as a media consultant, motivational speaker, and human rights activist. His recent acting roles in 2025 and 2026 include projects like the TV series Uncle Knows Best and Close of Business. He also participates in various conferences and initiatives related to the creative industry and copyright licensing. He is married to Ogechi Asiegbu, and they have children.