Chidi Mokeme | |
|---|---|
| Born | (1972-03-17) 17 March 1972 |
| Alma mater | Institute of Management and Technology (IMT) |
| Occupations | Actor & Television Presenter |
| Spouse |
Olumba Mokeme (m. 2012) |
| Children | 2 |
Chidi Mokeme // ⓘ (born 17 March 1972) is a Nigerian actor[1] and reality show host. He was the host of Gulder Ultimate Search reality show.[2][3][4] Acclaimed for his film and TV performances[5], he is also noted as a style icon[6].
Early life
Chidi Mokeme hails from Oba in Idemili South LGA of Anambra State, southeastern Nigeria.[7] He had the chance to experience the many cultures of Nigeria's major ethnic groups. He attended Salvation Army Primary School in Surulere, Lagos State, southwestern Nigeria, for his elementary education.[8] He studied at the Federal Government College in Minna, Niger State, north-central region of Nigeria and then continued on to the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT) in Enugu State, where he received a Higher National Diploma in Computer Science. Mokeme proudly speaks Hausa, Yoruba, and his native language, Igbo.[9] He stands out as being multi-talented. Despite his preference for science, he has always had a strong passion for acting, and the majority of his friends are students of art.
Gulder Ultimate Search
Mokeme was the anchor of the television show Gulder Ultimate Search for a couple of years.[10][11][12]
Personal life
Mokeme is married to Jean Olumba Mokeme. She was born and raised in the United States of America and works there as a doctor and pharmacist. They exchanged vows on 28 April 2012. They have a son, Noah Mokeme.[8]
Mokeme launched his sex toys company in 2009. He has a son, Emem Daniel Mokeme, from a previous relationship with Adia Ukoyen, a journalist. Adia Ukoyen served as the personal assistant for media matters to Godswill Obot Akpabio when he was the Governor of Akwa Ibom State.[9]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | To Kill a Monkey | Teacher |
| 2024 | Out of Breath | Izu |
| Life and Dirt | Ajazi | |
| Tokunbo | Gaza | |
| 2023 | Love and Life | Dekunle |
| No Way Through | Apostle | |
| Merry Men 3 | Dafe | |
| Shanty Town | Aboderin(Scar) | |
| 2022 | Bamboozler | Jax |
| Half heaven | Grand Tita | |
| 2021 | The Therapist | Rotimi Bankole |
| Entangle | ||
| 2020 | Akachi | Gozie |
| 2017 | Mr & Mrs: Chapter Two | Kobi |
| 2016 | 76 | Major Gomos |
| Yellow Cassava | Dan | |
| 2014 | Raging Passion | Harry |
| 2008 | Critical Condition | Jubril |
| 2007 | Ultimate Warrior | |
| Ultimate Warrior 2 | ||
| Minority Tension | ||
| Who Will Tell the President | Jang | |
| Who Will Tell the President 2 | Jang | |
| 2006 | Boiling Point | |
| Crime Planner | Obinna | |
| High Stake | Maxwell | |
| Last Kobo | Mike | |
| Saviour | Peter | |
| 2005 | Anini | Osunbor |
| Back Drop | ||
| Blood Battle | ||
| 2003 | Abuja Connection | Maxwell |
| Omotara Johnson | ||
| The Seed (with Stella Damasus-Aboderin) | ||
| Honey | ||
| The Cross of Love | Ikenna senior | |
| 2002 | Agony of a mother | |
| 2001 | Married to a Witch | Henry |
| Kids Are Angry | Ray | |
| Desperado | ||
| Fire Dancer | Pablo | |
| 1999 | Igodo | |
| Prisoner Of Love | ||
| 1998 | Full Moon | Acid |
| 1998 | Rapture |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Film | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Actor In A Drama, Movie Or TV Series | Shanty Town | Nominated | [13][14] |
See also
References
- ^ Aileru, Islamiat (23 August 2021). "'I fear no enemy but worry over fake friends' Actor Chidi Mokeme spills". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
- ^ "I left my new wife to revive my romance -Chidi Mokeme". punchng.com. Archived from the original on 26 August 2014. Retrieved 22 August 2014.
- ^ "Why I can't avoid women —Chidi Mokeme". tribune.com.ng. Archived from the original on 26 August 2014. Retrieved 22 August 2014.
- ^ "Dr Jean Chinwe Olumba, Chidi Mokeme's Bride denies knowing he was a movie star". onlinenigeria.com. Archived from the original on 26 August 2014. Retrieved 22 August 2014.
- ^ Otosirieze. "The Epic, Transformative Comeback of Chidi Mokeme". Open Country Mag. Retrieved 7 December 2025.
- ^ "Ebuka Obi-Uchendu Channels Chidi Mokeme's Style for the BBNaija Eviction Night". Bella Naija. Retrieved 7 December 2025.
- ^ "Chidi Mokeme And Habiba Abubakar In Big Fight". Modern Ghana. 1 August 2013. Retrieved 18 May 2020.
- ^ a b Kidi, Victor (26 June 2022). "Chidi Mokeme - Biography, Net Worth, Age, Children, Career, and Wife - Insidegistblog". Insidegistblog. Retrieved 20 July 2022.
- ^ a b "Chidi Mokeme biography, net worth, age, family, contact & picture". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 20 July 2022.
- ^ "Fans excited as Gulder Ultimate Search enters full swing". Punch Newspapers. 24 October 2021. Retrieved 17 December 2021.
- ^ Aileru, Islamiat (2 September 2021). "Fans react as Actor Chidi Mokeme hints on returning as host of the 'Gulder Ultimate Search'Reality Tv show". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 17 December 2021.
- ^ Orokpo, Treasure (27 September 2021). "GUS 2021: Chidi Mokeme dropped as Gulder Ultimate Search taskmaster". Idoma Voice Newspaper. Retrieved 17 December 2021.
- ^ "Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees". AMVCA - Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees. Retrieved 23 April 2023.[permanent dead link]
- ^ Alabi, Tope (20 May 2023). "AMVCA 2023: Tobi Bakre wins Best Actor for 'Brotherhood'". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 10 June 2023.
External links
- Chidi Mokeme at the Internet Movie Database
