Uche Jombo

Uche Jombo is a talented Nigerian actress, writer, film producer, and director. She is recognized as one of the most prominent and influential figures in the Nollywood film industry, having starred in over 250 films and contributed significantly as a screenwriter and producer.Early Life and Education Uche Jombo was born on December 28, 1979, in Abiriba, Abia State, Nigeria. For her higher education, she attended the University of Calabar, where she graduated with a degree in Mathematics and Statistics. She also holds a degree in Computer Programming from the Federal University of Technology Minna.Career Progression and Notable Works Jombo began her journey in the Nigerian movie industry, Nollywood, in 1999 with the film *Visa to Hell*. Her career quickly gained momentum, and she became known for her versatile acting roles in popular movies such as *Girls Hostel*, *Fire Love*, and *Endless Lies*. Beyond acting, Uche Jombo has been instrumental behind the scenes. She transitioned into screenwriting and producing, demonstrating her comprehensive understanding of filmmaking. Some of her screenplay credits include *Games Men Play*, *Lies Men Tell*, *Holding Hope*, *A Mother's Fight*, *Unconditional*, *A Time to Love*, *Be My Wife*, and *Celebrity*. In 2008, she established her production company, Uche Jombo Production, to executive produce her films. She later began directing in 2015, with films such as *Lost in Us*, *How I Saved My Marriage*, and the true-life drama *Heaven on My Mind*. Notable recent film appearances include *40 Looks Good on You*, *14 Days*, and the TV mini-series *Blood Sisters* (2022).Major Achievements Uche Jombo has received several accolades throughout her career. She won Best Actress at the AfroHollywood Awards - UK in 2008, and she also received the Best Supporting Actress award at the 2010 Best of Nollywood Awards. She was honored with the Female Film Producers of the Year at the ELOY Awards (2014) and the Best On Screen award (with Patience Ozokwor) at the 2014 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards. In 2010, the Nigerian Government honored her as a member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR), recognizing her immense contributions to the economic growth and development of the country through entertainment.Current Status Uche Jombo continues to be an active force in Nollywood as an actress, producer, and director. She is an ambassador for Globacom and runs a non-governmental organization called Uche Jombo and You, focused on helping Nigerian youth.