Venita Akpofure

Venita Akpofure (born 1 January 1987) is a British-Nigerian actress, model, and video vixen. She is recognized for her roles in Nigerian cinema and television, as well as her significant appearances on reality television.Early Life and Education Akpofure was born in the United Kingdom and hails from Delta State, Nigeria. She spent her formative years in Benin, Edo State, where she attended Our Lady of Apostles for primary school before returning to England. She pursued higher education at Hertfordshire University in the United Kingdom, where she studied accounting.Career Progression and Notable Works Akpofure began her career in the entertainment industry as a video vixen, notably appearing in popular Nigerian music videos such as "Mukulu" by Skales, "Alingo" by Psquare, and "Magician Remix" by Ice Prince. Her transition into acting saw her take on prominent roles in films and television series. A major achievement in her television career was playing the lead role of Nengi in the Africa Magic series *Unmarried* (2020-2021). Her filmography includes works such as *Gold Diggin* (2013), *While You Slept* (2015), *Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards* (2020), *Mamba's Diamond* (2021), and *My Village People* (2021). In 2024, she appeared in the film *The Silent Intruder*.Major Achievements and Reality Television Akpofure gained widespread national prominence as a housemate on the fourth season of the Nigerian reality show, *Big Brother Naija*, in 2019. She was evicted on day 41 of the show. She later returned to the franchise in July 2023 for the eighth season, *Big Brother Naija All Stars*, where she finished in 9th place. Her participation in the show significantly boosted her profile and influence.Personal Life and Current Status Venita Akpofure has two children and was married to Terna Terka, before their divorce in 2019. She has spoken publicly about her personal life, including her decision to leave her marriage. In addition to her acting career, she remains an active media personality and content creator, engaging with fans across social media platforms. Her cousin is fellow Big Brother Naija personality, Neo Akpofure.