Obinna Nwafor | |
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Born | 16 November 1965 |
Died | 7 May 2023 | (aged 57)
Nationality | Nigerian |
Alma mater | University of Jos |
Years active | 1996—2023 |
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Obinna Nwafor ⓘ (16 November 1965 – 7 May 2023) popularly known as Saint Obi, was a veteran Nigerian actor,[1][2] film producer and film director.[3][4][5] Obi is known for his roles in;
Obi was born on 16 November 1965.[6] He majored in Theatre Arts at the University of Jos,[7] and ventured into acting in 1996 via a Peugeot television commercial. He would later star in over 60 movies.[8] In 2001, Obi produced his first movie titled Take Me to Maama, where he starred as Jerry, alongside Ebi Sam, Rachel Oniga, Nse Abel and Enebeli Elebuwa.
Obi died on 7 May 2023, at the age of 57.[9]