Enebeli Elebuwa

Enebeli Elebuwa was a prominent Nigerian actor, widely recognized for his long and impactful career in the country's film industry, Nollywood, and for his earlier work in television and music. Early Life and Background Enebeli Elebuwa hailed from Upkane in the Otagunu local government area of Delta State, Nigeria. His father passed away when Elebuwa was ten years old. He left his hometown at the age of twelve and moved to Lagos. He was a retired civil servant, having worked in the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) from 1982 until his retirement in 1997. Education and Early Career Elebuwa pursued an education in Civil Engineering at a technical school. He later attended the Television College, Jos, and received further production training from the BBC. Before his extensive acting career, Elebuwa was also an active musician. He was a member of a theatre group and a musician with Victor Olaiya's All Stars. He also played in the late Sonny Okosun’s band, becoming a pioneer member before it evolved into Ozzidi. Career Progression and Notable Works Elebuwa’s acting career began much earlier than his NTA and Nollywood tenure; he acted in his first film, *Dinner with the Devil*, in 1970. This celluloid film was directed and produced by Oba Sanya Dosumu. He also featured in other major early films like *Bisi Daughter of the River* by Jab Adu and Eddie Ugboma's *Oyenusi*. Prior to the proliferation of home video, he acted in the long-running television series *Village Headmaster*. After retiring from NTA in 1997, he fully dedicated himself to Nollywood, becoming a prolific and highly respected actor known for his commanding presence and versatility. His notable works include: * *Royal War* (2009) as Chief Okalibe * *Bent Arrows* (2010) as Mr. Okey * *Against my Blood* (2006) * *A Prize to Pay* (2006) * *City of Kings* (2006) as AgbalanzeCurrent Status Enebeli Elebuwa is a historical figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry, having passed away on December 5, 2012, at a hospital in India, following a period of illness.