The richest Nollywood actresses in 2022 are screen goddesses we’ve all come to love since early 2000s.
Nollywood is globally recognized as the second largest film producer in the world. The Industry is a significant part of the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation Sector, contributing 2.3% (NGN239biliion) to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2016.
The Nollywood industry has produced all the famous actresses we have come to love and respect.
Surprisingly in the last 10 years, Nollywood has recorded explosive growth. Thus, giving rise to the arrival of young Nollywood actresses.
Boasting of a thriving industry, Nollywood’s old actresses with a career log of 15-20 years have maintained their stance in the industry even though they are no longer everyday faces on our screens.
Many of these old Nollywood actresses have made lots of money from acting, earning them the top spot of the richest actresses in Nigeria.
A few have starred in Hollywood productions, adding a golden mark o their acting careers. At the same time, others have been privileged to create blockbusters for international streaming platforms. While some have been recognized by Forbes as the most prominent actors to come out of Africa.
All of these have earned these top actresses rights to be named top richest actresses in Nigeria 2022.
They are listed as follows:
1. GENEVIEVE NNAJI
Net worth: $12M (12 Million Dollars)
Award-winning actress Genevieve Nnaji is the number one richest actress in 2022 among the top 5 richest actresses in Nigeria.
Based on a winning streak of awards and international recognition since her 2005 AFRICA MOVIE ACADEMY AWARD for BEST ACTRESS. Genevieve has worked her way up the ladder of fame and wealth.
One of Nollywood’s pioneers in the industry, the veteran actress has remained relevant and a source of inspiration to upcoming actors in the field.
It is no wonder that she has managed to build an empire of a thriving career, earning her the number one position as the richest female actress in Nigeria.
Genevieve Nnaji was born on 3 May 1979 to parents Theophilus Nnaji and Benedetta Nnaji in Mbaise, Imo State.
The fourth of eight children, she was raised in a middle-class family; her father worked as an engineer, and her mother was a nursery school teacher.
Genevieve Nnaji’s acting career
Nnaji began her bolstering career at 8 in the then popular television soap opera RIPPLES.
A graduate of the University of Lagos Creative arts, In 1998, at the age of 19, she was introduced into the growing Nigerian film industry with the movie MOST WANTED.
In 2010, she starred in the award-winning film IJÉ: THE JOURNEY.
She has starred in over 200 Nollywood movies.
A Jack of many trades, Genevieve tried her hands at music. In 2004, Nnaji signed a recording contract with EKB Records, a Ghanaian record label, and released her debut album ONE LOGOLOGO LINE.
She went on to win the FACE OF LUX in 2004.
By 2009, the beautiful actress was the highest-paid female actor in Nigeria.
Genevieve had invested so much into the industry that in 2009, she was referred to as the JULIA ROBERTS OF AFRICA by Oprah Winfrey in an episode of her show.
Fast forward to 2015, Genevieve produced her movie ROAD TO YESTERDAY, Later winning BEST MOVIE OVERALL-WEST AFRICA at the 2016 AFRICA MAGIC VIEWERS CHOICE AWARDS.
On 7 September 2018, Genevieve Nnaji made her directorial debut LIONHEART, the first Netflix original film from Nigeria and the country’s first Oscar submission. It was later disqualified for being too English. The movie had its world premiere at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival.
GENEVIEVE’S SOURCE OF INCOME
Most of Genevieve’s wealth stems from her acting, endorsements, and real estate income.
The 42-year-old actress has signed major endorsement deals with Amstel Malta (N40M), Citron Energy Drink (N45M), Polo (N75M) and Etisalat (N100M).
The tipping point for the veteran Nigerian actress was when Genevieve joined the billionaire club after the sale of LIONHEART to Netflix.
According to reports, she sold it for $3.5 million while still retaining full copyright and ownership of the movie.
In 2021, Genevieve’s networth was $9.2M, but according to Forbes, Nnaji is worth $12M as of the time of this article.
2. IBINABO FIBERISIMA
Net worth: $8M (8 Million Dollars)
Ibinabo Fiberesima, Nigerian actress, the first President of the Actors Guild of Nigerian, ex-beauty Queen and event manager, is the second richest actress in Nigeria.
The beautiful actress is also one of the pioneer actors in the industry.
Born on January 13, 1971, to Nigerian father, Chief Dr. Dawaridabo Babatunde, and an Irish mother, Mrs. Bisola Fiberesima, in Dublin, Ireland.
Ibinabo holds a Bachelor of Arts certificate in English Language and Literature, which she obtained from the University of Ibadan.
Currently brand Ambassador for Air PEACE AND IMAGE MAKE-UP NIGERIA. Ibinabo Fiberesima has also been the National Director of Miss Earth Nigeria Beauty Pageant since 2002.
IBINABO FIBERESIMA’S CONTROVERSIES.
In 2009, Ibinabo was charged with manslaughter and reckless driving after accidentally killing a certain Dr. Giwa Suraj in 2006. On March 16, 2016, Ibinabo was sacked as President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria and sentenced to a 5-year jail term by a Federal High Court sitting in Lagos.
She was, however, granted bail for ₦2 million and two sureties in like sum on April 7, 2016, by a Court of Appeal in Lagos pending the determination of her appeal at the Supreme Court.
IBINABO FIBERESIMA’S SOURCE OF WEALTH
With over 200 movies to her credit, Ibinabo Fiberesima has co-produced a couple of films. She is currently estimated to have a networth of $8million, according to statistics.
3. FUNKE AKINDELE
Net worth: $7.6M (7.6 Million Dollars)
Famous Nigerian actress and producer Funke Akindele Bello is the third richest actress in Nigeria 2022.
CNN recognizes the renowned actress, Funke Akindele as a Hollywood star for her role in the sitcom “I NEED TO KNOW” 1998.
Funke was born on the 24th of August 1977 in Ikorodu, Lagos State, in the western region of Nigeria. She is the second child of the family of five (father, mother, and three children).
The 44year old actress boasts over a decade of acting history.
Her excellent work ethic and talent have cemented her in the sands of time and on people’s minds.
She rose to fame for her role in the movie titled JENIFA, which earned her the nickname JENIFA. Funke Akindele played the lead role in the show JENIFA’S DIARY, for which she was named the Best Actress in a Comedy at the 2016 AFRICA MAGIC VIEWERS CHOICE AWARDS
FUNKE AKINDELE’S CONTROVERSIES
Funke sparked controversy in April 2020 when she hosted a house party for her husband’s birthday with people attending during the lockdown in the COVID-19 pandemic.
This act fuelled agitations from her fans and the government, which led to her arrest and penalty of 14-days of community service.
However, after the incident, Funke worked in hand with Nigeria’s Center for Disease Control video to create awareness about coronavirus( a.k.a COVID-19).
FUNKE AKINDELE’S SOURCE OF INCOME
Akindele has bagged endorsement deals and achieved widespread acclaim locally and international for her TV series “JENIFA’S DIARIES,” such as her being signed as an Ambassador to DETTOL And IROKOTV, Keystone Bank, and Waw Nigeria, a company that manufactures detergent and bar soaps.
Funke Akindele-Bello’s box office hit ‘OMO GHETTO: THE SAGA’ emerged as Africa’s highest-grossing film in 2021.
This significant milestone gave her networth a boost as it is estimated at $7.6million.
4. OMOTOLA JALADE
Net worth: $7.2M (7.2 Million Dollars)
Nigerian actress, singer, philanthropist, and former model, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde is the fourth richest actress in Nigeria 2022. Since her Nollywood film debut in 1995, Omotola has appeared in over 300 films, selling millions of video copies.
[11:08 PM, 5/3/2022] Jeff: Tagged “OMOSEXY” for her gorgeous figure, Omotola has made a name for herself in the industry alongside stars like Genevieve.
A famous recipient of numerous awards, the press has dubbed her as “THE REAL AFRICA MAGIC”.
Born on 7 February 1978 to a family of five: her parents and two younger brothers, Tayo and Bolaji Jalade. Her mother, Oluwatoyin Jalade, worked at J.T Chanrai Nigeria, and her father, Oluwashola Jalade, worked at the YMCA and the Lagos Country Club.
The veteran actress is celebrated as an icon and was honored in Time magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people alongside Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, and Kate Middleton.
OMOTOLA JALADE EKEINDE’S CAREER
Omotola made her acting debut in the 1995 movie VENOM OF JUSTICE, directed by Reginald Ebere. She got her first significant role in the critically acclaimed film MORTAL INHERITANCE (1995).
Since then, she has starred in several blockbuster movies like; GAMES WOMEN PLAY, BLOOD SISTERS, ALL MY LIFE, LAST WEDDING, MY STORY, THE WOMAN IN ME, and several others.
After a career-defining moment in MORTAL INHERITANCE, Omotola bagged “BEST ACTRESS IN AN ENGLISH SPEAKING MOVIE” and “BEST ACTRESS OVERALL” at the (1997) Movie Awards, the youngest Actress in Nigeria at that time to achieve such.
The veteran made her cinematic acting debut with IJE in 2010. The film became the highest-grossing Nollywood film at the time.
Considered Africa’s biggest box office actress, in (2015), Omotola Jalade celebrated her 20th anniversary in the entertainment industry. Omotola has appeared in over 200 movies so far.
OMOTOLA JALADE’S SOURCE OF INCOME
The primary source of Omotola’s riches emanates from her thriving acting career and endorsement deals with brands such as; KNORR, owned by UNILEVER, SCANFROST ambassador, BO16 HAIR RANGE and Ghanaian cosmetics giant GHANDOUR.
Her total networth is estimated to be $7.2 million.
5. RITA DOMINIC
Networth: $7M (7 Million Dollars)
Multiple award-winning Nollywood actress Rita Dominic is the fifth richest Nigerian actress.
Regarded as one of the highest-paid actresses in Nigeria, Rita has remained driven and open to continue delivering value with her skills.
She is a co-founder of Audrey Silva Company and one of the highest-paid actresses in Nigeria.
Rita Dominic is currently a GLO Ambassador and the CEO of Rita Dominic Productions.
The youngest of four children, the actress was born on 12 July 1975. Rita is a graduate of Theatre Arts from Port Harcourt, 1999.
RITA DOMINIC’S CAREER
Rita Dominic starred in her first movie – A TIME TO KILL, in 1998. Thus far, Rita Dominic has starred in over 100 Nollywood movie productions such as:
ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE – 2003
WHITE WATERS (This film received 12 nominations at the 2008 African Movie Academy Awards, winning 4 awards, including the awards for Best Cinematography and Best Sound) – 2008
SURU LERE (with Cameo) – 2016
76 – 2016
MR. AND MRS. Chapter 2 – 2017
THE BLINDSPOT – 2018
BOUND – 2018
LIGHT IN THE DARK – 2019
THE BIG FAT LIE – 2019
RITA DOMINIC’S SOURCE OF INCOME
Rita Dominic makes a lot of money from her acting career, and the plethora of endorsement deals she has hinged.
Some of her deals include BK Unique Hair (Canadian luxury hair), Flat Tummy Tea (herbal weight loss beverage), Zaron Cosmetics, Keystone Bank, Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) Goodwill.
Rita Dominic recently became the brand ambassador for LG electronics in 2021.
The veteran actress is currently worth $7 million.
6.MARY REMMY NJOKU
Networth: $6.8 Million (6.8 Million Dollars)
Mary Remmy Njoku is a popular Nollywood actress and producer. She is the CEO of ROK Studios.
Mary Remmy Njoku is the 6th richest actress in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.8 million.
She made it this far on this list because of her husband. She and her husband Jason Njoku have combined together to take Nollywood business to the next level. In 2011, Mary Remmy Njoku started dating Jason Njoku who is the CEO and founder of Iroko TV and ROK TV. They got married on 18th August 2012 in Lagos.
That union was the real turning point in Mary Remmy Njoku’s career as she is now the CEO of ROK Studios which is a film production studio and TV channel based in Lagos. She makes her money by acting, producing, brand endorsement and her personal entrepreneur businesses.
Mary Remmy Njoku is currently the 6th richest actress in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.8 million.
7. UCHE JUMBO
Networth: $6.5 Million (6.5 Million Dollars)
Uche Jumbo is a veteran Nollywood actress and producer from Abia State. She has been in the movie industry for over two decades. Uche Jombo is the 7th richest actress in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.5 million.
Uche Jombo is without doubt, one of the hottest actresses in Nollywood. She attracts a lot of fans from all over Nigeria and Africa, who want to know how she achieved her huge success.
Uche Jombo ventured into the Nigerian movie industry in 1999 in the movie VISA TO HELL. As a screenwriter she has written and co-written several movies which include The Celebrity, Games Men Play, Girls in the Hood & A Time to Love. Uche Jombo went on to produce films such as Nollywood Hustlers, Holding Hope and Damage, which deals with the issue of domestic violence. Uche Jombo is an ambassador for GLOBACOM.
Uche Jumbo is currently married to her Mexican boyfriend. Her garage is filled with expensive cars like GMC truck worth over ₦30 million and a Lexus SUV worth over ₦25 million. She makes her money by acting, producing, brand endorsements and her personal entrepreneur businesses.
Uche Jumbo is currently the 7th richest actress in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.5 million.
8. CHIKA IKE
Networth: $6.2 Million (6.2 Million Dollars)
Chika Ike is a veteran Nollywood actress and producer. She has been in the movie industry for over two decades.
Chika Ike is the 8th richest actress in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.2 million. Chika Ike is one of the industrious actresses in Nigeria. In 2014, Chika Ike spent millions of naira shopping in Turkey, Dubai and London, shopping on some of the most expensive designer shops and having a good time cruising in Yacht.
Chika Ike is no doubt one of the richest actresses in Nigeria. She is currently the UN Ambassador for Displaced persons and also the brand ambassador for BULLET ENERGY DRINK.
She makes her money by acting, producing, brand endorsements and her personal entrepreneur businesses.
Chika Ike is currently the 8th richest actress in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $6.2 million.
9. REGINA DANIELS
Networth: $5 Million (5 Million Dollars)
Regina Daniels is a famous Nollywood actress, model and producer from Delta State. She started her career as a child actress in 2007. Ever since then she has grown to become one of the most successful actress in Nigeria. Regina Daniels is the 9th richest actress in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $5 million.
Regina Daniels topped the list after she got married to Nigerian billionaire Prince Ned Nwoko.
Regina Daniels has been seen on social media posing with high-end luxury cars, but some of them are not hers, but belongs to her husband.
Regina Daniels owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLK450 worth over ₦70 million. Regina Daniel’s Mercedes-Benz has a customer plate number reading, 4EVA 16, which means forever 16. She also owns a Lexus RX 330, a Mercedes Benz ML 350, a Mercedes Benz G-wagon Brabus and many more exotic cars that she flaunts on her Instagram handle. Each of those cars is worth not less than ₦40 million.
She makes her money by acting, producing, brand endorsements and her personal entrepreneur businesses.
Regina Daniels is currently the 9th richest actress in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $5 million.
10. INI EDO
Networth: $4.5 Million (4.5 Million Dollars)
Ini Edo is a veteran Nollywood actress and producer. She was born on 23rd April 1982 in Akwa Ibom.
She began her film career in 2000, and has featured in more than 200 movies since her debut.
In 2013, she was a judge for the Miss Black Africa UK Pageant. In 2014, she was appointed by the United Nations as a United Nations Habitat Youth Envoy.
Ini Edo came into the Nigerian film industry in the early 2000s and made a name for herself after featuring in over 200 movies. She was also considered the sexiest actress in Nigeria in 2010. The Akwa Ibom born actress is also a winner of multiple awards including the 2013 NAFCA award. She owns a multi-million naira mansion in Lekki, Lagos, which cost her over ₦70 million naira to acquire. She also has a ₦32 million Mercedes Benz G-wagon, a ₦40 million Range Rover SUV and ₦22 million BMW X5.
She makes her money by acting, producing, brand endorsements and her personal entrepreneur businesses.
Ini Edo is currently the 10th richest actress in Nigeria in 2022 with an estimated net worth of $4.5 million.
