Emeka Ike

Emeka Ike (born 22 March 1967) is a prominent Nigerian actor, entrepreneur, and director, widely recognized for his significant contributions to the Nigerian film industry, Nollywood.Early Life and Education Emeka Ike was born on March 22, 1967. He completed his primary and secondary education in Lagos State, Nigeria. For his tertiary education, he attended Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) in Lagos, where he earned a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical Engineering, demonstrating an academic background outside of the dramatic arts.Career Progression and Notable Works Despite studying engineering, Ike nurtured a passion for acting. He made his professional debut in the early 1990s and quickly rose to fame, becoming known for playing romantic and dramatic roles. He has starred in, produced, and directed over 300 iconic Nollywood films, making him a major contributor to the rise of Nollywood as one of the world’s largest film industries. Some of his notable film credits include *I Swear* (2004), *A Million Tears* (2006), *My Last Wedding* (2009), *Heat of the Moment* (2009), *The Snake Girl* (2006), and *Stigma* (2013).Major Achievements and Recognition Throughout his career, Emeka Ike has garnered several accolades and positions of influence. He won the Gulder Ultimate Celebrity Showdown Reality TV Show. Beyond acting, he has served as the former President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), a position that allowed him to champion the Nollywood dream globally by representing Nigeria at cultural festivals across Africa, Europe, and America. He has also been a former Juror for the prestigious Emmy Awards and Academy Film Panels. In 2025, he was nominated for the Clevenard Entertainment Awards, further cementing his status as an African entertainment legend.Current Status In addition to his continued work in film, Emeka Ike is an entrepreneur and educational visionary. He is the Founder and CEO of St. Nicholas College in Magodo Estate, Lagos. He is also the CEO of Nollywood Screen 24 Services Ltd and Nollywood TV on Startimes, focusing on content delivery and production. Ike is also recognized for his political and social activism, having been a special guest at the commissioning of the new pavilion of the Center for Democratic Change (CDC) in Liberia.