Chioma Chukwuka Akpota, popularly known as Chioma Chukwuka, is a famous Nigerian actress, producer, singer, model, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and television personality. Born on March 12, 1980, in Lagos State, Nigeria, she originally hails from Oraifite in Anambra State. Chioma is known for her roles in sorrowful, epic, glamourous, and romantic movies. She is one of the highest-paid actresses in Nollywood and is highly sought after in Nigeria. Chioma is a GLO ambassador and is often referred to as the "Virgin Mary of Nollywood" due to her avoidance of roles containing nudity.

Chioma Chukwuka

Early Life And Education 

Chioma Chukwuka is a Nigerian actress with over 20 years of experience in the Nollywood movie industry. She started her acting career in 2000 with a debut role in the movie "The Apple" and has since then appeared in more than 350 movies. Some of her notable works include "The Handkerchief", "Sins of the Flesh", and "Accident".

In 2007, Chioma won the "Best Actress in a Lead Role" award at the African Movie Academy Awards for her performance in "Sins of the Flesh". In 2014, she received a nomination for "Best Actress" for her role in the film "Accident".

Apart from acting, Chioma Chukwuka is also a film producer and has produced or co-produced over 8 movies, including the award-nominated blockbuster "On Bended Knees". Additionally, she is a public speaker and mentor.

Chioma Chukwuka completed her nursery and primary school education at Onward Nursery and Primary School in Lagos State before attending Federal Government Girls College in Onitsha, Anambra State for her secondary education. She later pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Banking and Finance at Lagos State University.

Husband And Children 

Chioma Chukwuka, got married to Franklin Akpotha in February 2006 in a very private ceremony with only a few people in attendance. However, there are no pictures of the wedding available online. Chioma is known for keeping her personal life, including her relationship and family, private. She has not revealed the identity of her children and avoids answering personal questions about her husband.

Although there have been rumors about their divorce, there has been no confirmation regarding the matter. When asked about her husband in an interview, Chioma only mentioned that she was happily married and did not elaborate further. Franklin is known to be a quiet businessman.

The couple has two children, a son born in 2007, a year after their marriage, and a second child born several years later. In a recent interview, Chioma mentioned the challenges of taking care of her two children, which sparked rumors about their divorce. However, the couple has been married for over 16 years, and their current marital status remains unknown.

Acting Career 

Chioma Chukwuka is a popular Nigerian actress who started her acting career at a young age. She began by acting in her local church and later joined her church's dramatic club in Lagos. During her secondary school days, she participated in school dramas, stage plays, and performing arts, which further honed her acting skills. 

Chioma Chukwuka joined the Nigerian movie industry, Nollywood, professionally in the year 2000. Her debut movie, "The Handkerchief," was a hit and brought her to the limelight. Since then, she has gone on to feature in numerous Nollywood movies, earning her a place among the top actresses in the industry.

Parents And Siblings 

Chioma Chukwuka is an actress whose parents are Leonard Ndukaife Chukwuka and Grace Egoyibo Chukwuka. They both supported her studies and inspired her career. Unfortunately, Chioma lost her mother on 22 May 2013, but her father is still alive. Chioma has four siblings in total: two sisters and two brothers. Her brothers are named Tochukwu Chukwuka and Chiagozie Chukwuka, while her sisters are Oge Alfred and Ify Chuks.

Movies 

2000:

- The Apple 

- Three Musketeers 

- Handkerchief 

2002: 

- Sunrise 

- The Final Clash 

2003: 

- Disguise 

- Handsome 

- Real Love 

- Romantic Attraction 

2004: 

- Foul Play 

- Unbroken Promise 

- Two Become One 

- Promise & Fail 

- Legacy 

- Home Sickness 

- Heavy Rain 

- Circle of Tears 

2005: 

- War for War 

- Years of Tears 

- Sins of the Flesh 

- Second Adam 

- Sacred Tradition 

- Real Love 2 & 3 

- Moment of Truth 

- Knowing You 

- Golden Moon 

- Azima 

- Fake Angel 

- Eagle's Bride 

- The Bridesmaid 

2006: 

- Wisdom of the Gods 

- Zoza 

- Traumatized 

- Total Crisis 

- Tears in My Heart 

- Strange Love 

- Sound of Love 

- Serpent in Paradise 

- Saviour 

- The Saint 

- Royal Insult 

- Royal Doom 

- On My Wedding Day 

- Naked Sin 

- Last Dance 

- Holy Family 

- Games Men Play 

- End of Discussion 

- Desperate Ambition 

- Dead in Faith 

- Chinwe Okeke 

- Asunder 

- Ass on Fire 

- Death In Faith 

2007: Double Game 

2008: 

- Red Soil 

- World Of Our Own 

- Wind Of Sorrow 

2009: Odum Na Akwaeke 

2011: 

- The Throne Is Mine 

- Nne Ifedigo 

2012: Cry No More 

2013: 

- On Bended Knees (also produced) 

2014: 

- Heart Of Gold 

- Warrior Sisters 

- Aziza 

- Sabina Makosa 

- Magic Dragon 

- Unforgiven 

- Police On Duty 

- Village Commando 

- Nwaogo The House Maid 

2015: 

- Agbaranze 

- Ezi Nwa Di Uko 

- Rain Of Hope 

- Chinasa My Love 

- Nwanyi Nnewi 

- Kamsi The Freedom Fighter 

- The Lioness 

- Amarachi 

- Coffin Business 

- Anelka 

- Udu Bundle 

2016: 

Rain Of Hope

 Evil Coffin

 Genesis Of Love

 The Flute Boy

Marriage Crisis

Sister Maria

 Akwaeke

Wives On Strike 

2017:

- Evil Culture

- 2nd Coming Of Christ

- Innocent Murderer

- My Mother My Pain

- All For Love

- Heart of Ulimma

- King Uremma

- Reign Of Truth

- God Of Liberation

- My Mother

- Jehovah Witness

- Local Queen

- Somto

- Christmas Is Coming

- Choked

- Bird Watcher

- Village Champion

- The Unforeseen Truth

- Dangerous Confession

- Innocent Murderer

- The Tradition

- Broken Vow

 Beyond Trust

Tender Heart

2018:

- Sound of Wisdom

- Let Me Love You 1

- Let Me Love You 2

- Deeper Than Pain

- Desperate Twins

- In Love Again After Heartbreak 1

- In Love Again After Heartbreak 2

- My Drum of Love 1

- My Drum of Love 2

- Life After Marriage

- Immortal Love 1

- Immortal Love 2

- Cause for Love 1

- Cause for Love 2

- Cause for Love 3

- Cause for Love 4

- Cause for Love 5

- Cause for Love 6

-The Ghost and the Tout

 -Lara And The Beat

2019:

-Void

- For Want Of A Queen

- In Your Dreams

- The Street Kid

- Rain of LOVE

- Dark Cloud

- Nneka The Pretty Serpent

- Omo Ghetto: The Saga

- Gangs of Lagos

2020:

Justice of love

Nnneka the pretty Serpent 

Royal first wife

Awards And Nominations 

Chioma Chukwuka is a talented actress who has received many awards and nominations for her exceptional acting skills. She won the Best Actress award for her outstanding performance in the movie "Sins of the Flesh" at both the Africa Movie Academy Awards and Afro Hollywood Awards. In 2014, she was nominated for the Exquisite Lady of the Year (ELOY) Awards in the category of brand ambassador of the year. In recognition of her contributions to the Nigerian film industry, she was honored in 2011 by the federal government of Nigeria and awarded the title of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR).

Houses And Cars

Chioma has been seen with several vehicles including a 2015 KIA Sportage, a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, and a Toyota Highlander. There have also been reports of her Range Rover Sport being stolen.

In terms of her residences, although Chioma maintains a private lifestyle, there are online images of her houses. It is believed that she owns properties in Asaba and Lagos State.

Net worth 

Chioma Chukwuka is considered one of Nigeria's wealthiest and most influential actresses, with an estimated net worth of $2 million.

Social Media 

Instagram: @chiomakpotha

Twitter: @chiomakpotha