Uzoamaka Onuoha

Uzoamaka Onuoha
Born
Uzoamaka Cynthia Ginikachukwu Onuoha

Lagos State, Nigeria
Alma materUniversity of Nigeria, Nsukka
OccupationActress
Years active2018–present
Known forDiiche, Agemo

Uzoamaka Cynthia Ginikachukwu Onuoha Listenⓘ is a Nigerian actress known for her work in film, television, and stage productions. She gained national recognition with her lead role in Diiche, Showmax's first Nigerian original limited series, which received seven nominations at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) in 2023.[1][2][3]

Early life and education

Onuoha was born in Lagos State, Nigeria, and hails from Awo-Idemili in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. She studied at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, graduating with a second-class upper degree in theatre and film studies.[4] She further trained in screen acting at the EbonyLife Creative Academy under South African director Drikus Volschenk in 2021.[5]

Career

YearTitleRoleNotes Ref
2018If I am PresidentZina's teamFeature film [6]
2019Ordinary FellowsEfyaFeature film [7]
2020OmugwoAdaShort film [8]
2021 ReflectionsDr. AsaShort film [9]
King of Boys: The Return of the KingReporterTV miniseries (episode 1) [10]
Stories by HerShort film [11]
2022 Blood Sisters (2022 TV series)Hotel clerkTV miniseries (episode 1) [6]
Edge of TimeIsi
Country LoveNnekaShort film [12][13]
DiicheOdiicheLead role; Showmax original series [4]
Visa on ArrivalKimberlyAfrica Magic, season 1 [14]
Finding DianaAisha CokerPremiered at Internet Governance Forum, Ethiopia [15]
FlawsomeDiamond 2Showmax season 1
2023 A Sunday AffairTeen Toyin [16][17]
ObinmapuNazaShort film
NdeeriShort film [18]
Oriaku: The HousewifeShort film [19]
Swimming in a Sea of TraumaNkechiPremiered at International Film Festival Rotterdam [20]
AgemoLead roleProduced by Related Motion Moshood Obatula [21]
Inside Life (2022 film)Directed by Clarence Peters, also television adaptation [22]
2024 The Theory of BreakfastTV miniseries [23]
Peaceville [24]
Toll-FreeRita DanielsShort film [25]
PenanceAliceDirected by Awal Rahmat; on Amazon Prime Video [26]
SchooledDidiProduced by Ndani TV [6]
2025Shall We Meet TonightSusanPremiered at BFI Flare [27][28]

Stage work

Onuoha has also performed in prominent Nigerian theatrical productions:[29]

  • Folly of Men (directed by Joshua Alabi)[30]
  • Emotan (directed by William Benson)[31][32]
  • Chapters (Maduegbuna Productions)[33]
  • The Decision (staged at Terra Kulture)[34]

Awards and nominations

YearAward/EventCategoryWorkResultRef
2024AFRIFFBest Female PerformanceAgemoWon[35]
2025AMVCABest Lead ActressAgemoNominated[1]
–UNN Theatre AwardsBest Actress (Female Category)General body of workNominated
2025 Toronto International Film Nollywood Film Festival Best Actress Nollywood/African Film Category Agemo Nominated [36]

Personal life

Onuoha is fluent in English, Igbo, and Nigerian Pidgin. She volunteers with Clare Cares Foundation (CCF), a nonprofit organisation focused on youth empowerment in Nigeria. She resides in Lagos State.[37]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 "First-Time AMVCA Nominees You Need to Know". BellaNaija. April 2025. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  2. ↑ "Uzoamaka Onuoha wins Best Female Performance in a feature at AFRIFF, 2024". Pulse Nigeria. November 2024. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
  3. ↑ "All It Takes To Be A Multi-Talented Actor - Uzoamaka Onuoha". Youtube. Tvc News. November 2024. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
  4. 1 2 Ogunsunlade, Imisioluwa (2022-11-08). "Uzoamaka Onuoha: From Nollywood Up-And-Comer to Breakout Star With Lead Role in Diiche". The NET. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  5. ↑ "Uzoamaka Onuoha: I'm Honing My Craft,hoping for superlative rewards". This Day. November 2024. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
  6. 1 2 3 "From Arguing with Imaginary Friends to Nollywood Leading Lady: Meet Uzoamaka Onuoha - What Kept Me Up". 2023-02-23. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  7. ↑ "NollyMeter". www.nollymeter.com. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  8. ↑ IMDb. "Omugwo". www.imdb.com. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  9. ↑ "Reflections". FilmFreeway. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  10. ↑ Rapheal (2021-11-25). "Uzoamaka Onuoha: Bringing new flavour to Nollywood". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  11. ↑ IMDb. "Stories by Her". www.imdb.com. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  12. ↑ "Country Love | COUNTRY LOVE | 2022 Out on Film Festival". watch.eventive.org. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  13. ↑ Banjoko, Samuel (2022-02-20). "This Nigerian film wants to change perceptions of queer femme men - Minority Africa". Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  14. ↑ Oluwadamilola, Olatunji (2023-10-17). "#BNMeetTheStar: Uzoamaka Onuoha Talks About Her Acting Career, Dream Role & More". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  15. ↑ "Finding Diana | AfroLandTV". www.afrolandtv.com. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  16. ↑ IMDb. "A Sunday Affair: Full Cast and Crew". www.imdb.com. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  17. ↑ "A Sunday Affair - Nollywire". 2023-02-06. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  18. ↑ IMDb. "Ndeeri". www.imdb.com. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  19. ↑ "12 Nigerian Movie Stars Set to Blow Up in 2026". 2026-03-06. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  20. ↑ "Swimming in a Sea of Trauma". IFFR EN. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  21. ↑ "Uzoamaka Onuoha wins Best Female Performance in a feature at AFRIFF, 2024". Pulse Nigeria. 2024-11-10. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  22. ↑ Akhimien, Nosakhale. "AFRIFF 2024: 'Phoenix Fury' emerges star winner of 13th Globe awards". Premium Times. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  23. ↑ Kadri, Usman (2023-12-29). "Somadina Anyama Uzoamaka Onuoha, Nonso Bassey, Debby Felix and more to headline brand new Africa Magic shows this January". The Moment Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-05-26.
  24. ↑ "Pulse List: Nollywood's Top 10 Actresses of 2024". Pulse Nigeria. 2024-12-28. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  25. ↑ IMDb. "Toll-Free". www.imdb.com. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  26. ↑ Sulaimon, Muhibat (2025-02-09). "MOVIE REVIEW: 'Penance' is a gripping thriller with moral dilemma". TheCable. Archived from the original on 2025-03-19. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  27. ↑ Shall We Meet Tonight (2025) — Wapah Ezeigwe. Retrieved 2026-05-27 – via filmsandfestivals.britishcouncil.org.
  28. ↑ "Short Film Review: Wapah Ezeigwe's 'Shall We Meet Tonight' is Far from Perfect, But a Queer Essential - What Kept Me Up". whatkeptmeup.com. 2025-04-30. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  29. ↑ Falade, Tomi (2024-03-30). "IWD: Five Actresses Who Found Their Style Through Showmax Originals". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  30. ↑ "Folly of Men – Kininso". Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  31. ↑ Nwafor (2019-11-02). "'Emotan' takes centre stage at the National Festival for Arts and Culture in Benin". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  32. ↑ Rapheal (2021-11-25). "Uzoamaka Onuoha: Bringing new flavour to Nollywood". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  33. ↑ Nwafor (2024-03-24). "5 Nollywood actresses who found fame via 'Showmax Originals'". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  34. ↑ Ogunsunlade, Imisioluwa (2022-11-08). "Uzoamaka Onuoha: From Nollywood Up-And-Comer to Breakout Star With Lead Role in Diiche". The NET. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  35. ↑ "Uzoamaka Onuoha wins Best Female Performance in a Feature at AFRIFF 2024". Pulse Nigeria. November 19, 2024. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  36. ↑ "Moshood Abiola's "Agemo" Receives Six Festival Award Nominations - Nollywood Reporter". 2025-07-21. Retrieved 2026-05-27.
  37. ↑ "From Arguing with Imaginary Friends to Nollywood Leading Lady: Meet Uzoamaka Onuoha". Whatkeptmeup. February 2023. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
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