60 most powerful Nigerian actors on Instagram. Part 1 (1-20)
In the digital age, social media has become a powerful platform for celebrities to connect with their fans, share their lives, and build their brands.
Instagram, in particular, has emerged as a favourite among Nigerian actors, allowing them to showcase their talents, promote their projects, and engage with a global audience.
Using Hypeauditor, an AI-powered influencer marketing platform, Global South World has compiled a list of the 60 most influential Nigerian actors on Instagram, ranked according to their Audience Quality Score (AQS). This score, which ranges from 1 to 100, is calculated by measuring four factors: engagement rate, audience quality, follower and following growth, and engagement authenticity. For more details about our methodology, check the bottom of the article.
Join us as we explore the profiles of these influential personalities and discover what makes them stand out in the final segment of our three-part series.
Click to read our first and second pieces.
Here are our top 1-20.
20. Chioma Nwaoha Blessing
Chioma Nwaoha, also known as Spanky Diva, is a fast-rising Nigerian actress, entrepreneur, and social media influencer.
Chioma gained prominence with her role in the movie "King's Wife" and has since starred in over 50 films, including "Dirty Reflections," "Stronger Than Pain," and "The Anointed Bride".
Check out her Instagram profile.
19. Falz
Falz, whose real name is Folarin Falana, is a versatile Nigerian artist known for his work as a rapper, songwriter, and actor.
He made his acting debut in the popular TV series "Jenifa's Diary", where he played the character Segun. His performance in the series was well-received and helped establish his acting career.
Falz has since appeared in several Nollywood films, including "Quam's Money," "Muna" and "Chief Daddy".
Check out his Instagram profile.
18. Mercy Johnson
Mercy Johnson Okojie is a celebrated Nigerian actress, film producer, and director.
Mercy began her acting career in 2004 with the movie "The Maid" and quickly rose to prominence.
She has starred in numerous Nollywood films, including "Something Like Gold," "Battle on Buka Street" and "The Legend of Inikpi".
Check out her Instagram profile.
17. Nini Singh
Nini Singh, also known as Aneeta Singh, gained fame as a contestant on “Big Brother Naija's Shine Ya Eye" edition in 2021.
While she is primarily known for her work as a model and fashion entrepreneur, Nini has also ventured into acting and has appeared in a few Nollywood projects.
Nini's acting career is still in its early stages, but she has already made a mark with her performances in "Beyond Game" and "My One And Only".
Check out her Instagram profile.
16. Chacha Eke Faani
Chacha Eke Faani is a renowned Nollywood actor.
She gained fame with her role in the 2012 drama film "The End is Near". Since then, she has starred in numerous Nollywood movies, including "Money and Blood," "Dangerous Assassin" and "Tears for Breast Milk".
Chacha is also known for often portraying characters in challenging situations.
Check out her Instagram profile.
15. Rita Dominic
Rita Dominic's acting career began in 1998 with the movie "A Time to Kill" and has since starred in over 200 Nollywood films.
Some of her notable movies include "The Meeting," "Shattered," "76," and "Light in the Dark". Her talent has earned her numerous awards, including the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in 2012.
With over 7 million followers on Instagram, Rita shares lifestyle tips and projects with her fans.
Check out her Instagram profile.
14. Ruth Kadiri
Ruth Kadiri is a Nigerian actress, screenwriter, and film producer.
Kadiri has appeared in numerous Nollywood films and is known for her roles in movies including "Sex and Love," "Fond of You" and "Sorrow Gate".
Ruth has written and co-written several screenplays and produced films such as "Memory Lane" and "Somebody Lied".
Check out her Instagram profile.
13. Mercy Chinwo Blessed
Mercy Chinwo is a celebrated gospel musician in Nigeria.
Before her current journey, she dabbled a little in acting. She appeared in the 2013 movie "House of Gold" directed by Yvonne Nelson. This film featured other stars like Yvonne Nelson, Majid Michel, and Omawumi. She also appeared in "Another Father's Day".
Mercy Chinwo rose to prominence by participating in the Nigerian music talent show "Nigerian Idol". She competed in the second season in 2012 and emerged victorious.
She has "You Do This One," "Wonder" and "More Than Enough" to her credit as a gospel minister.
Check out her Instagram profile.
12. Alex Asogwa
Alex Asogwa, also known as Alex Unusual, is a Nigerian actress, model, and reality TV star who gained fame from her participation in "Big Brother Naija's Double Wahala" season in 2018.
Some of her acting credits include "Merry Men 2," "Nucleus" and "Power of 1".
Check out her Instagram profile.
11. Simi
Simi, whose full name is Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, is a multitalented Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress.
She gained widespread recognition with her hit song "Tiff" in 2014. Simi has released several successful albums, including "Simisola" and "Omo Charlie Champagne, Vol. 1".
In addition to her music career, she made her acting debut in the 2019 film "Mokalik" directed by Kunle Afolayan.
Simi is also known for her role as a judge on the seventh season of "Nigerian Idol" in 2022.
Check out her Instagram profile.
10. Alexx Ekubo
Alexx Ekubo is a well-known Nigerian actor and model.
He gained prominence after being the first runner-up at the 2010 Mr. Nigeria contest. Alexx has since established himself as a versatile actor in Nollywood, starring in numerous films and TV series.
He has performed in movies including "Ladies Men," "The Blood Covenant" and " Weekend Getaway".
Check out his Instagram profile.
9. OGB Recent
OGB Recent, whose real name is Michael Charles, is primarily known as a comedian and social media influencer.
He has been featured in the movie "Ajah Boys" alongside Kelvin Ikeduba, Broda Shaggi and Portable.
In addition to comedy, OGB Recent is also a musician and has released several songs.
Check out his Instagram profile.
8. Tayo Odueke
Tayo Odueke began her career in the entertainment industry with her debut film "Hired Assassin".
She gained widespread recognition with her role in the movie "Sikiratu Sindodo," which also became her nickname. Over the years, she has starred in numerous films, including "Omo Mi," "Itan," "Introducing the Kujus," and "Looking for Baami".
Check out her Instagram profile.
7. Bimbo Ademoye
Bimbo Ademoye is a talented Nigerian actress.
Starting in 2014 with "Where Talent Lies," which received accolades at the Africa International Film Festival, she gained further recognition with her role in the movie "Backup Wife".
She has starred in numerous films and TV series, including "Sugar Rush," "Unexpected Places," and "Anikulapo".
Check out her Instagram profile.
6. Queen Nwokoye
Queen Nwokoye is a Nigerian actress who has made a significant impact in the Nollywood film industry.
In 2014, she gained widespread recognition for her role in the movie "Chetanna," which earned her several award nominations and accolades.
Her performances in other notable films like "Oshimiri," "Nna Men," and "Strained" have further established her as a prominent figure in Nollywood.
Check out her Instagram profile.
5. Uche Montana
Uche Montana, also known as Uche Nwaefuna, is a talented Nigerian actress and model.
Uche began her acting career in 2015 with her debut in the movie "Poison Ivy". She has appeared in "Light Heart," "Better Half" and "Fine Letters".
She further became famous for her role in the TV series "Hush," which earned her the Moreklue All Youth Awards (MAYA) for Best Supporting Actress.
Check out her Instagram profile.
4. Regina Daniels
Nollywood actor Regina Daniels started acting at the age of seven.
She is famous for her role in the movie "Miracle Child" in 2010. Since then, she has starred in numerous Nollywood films and TV series, including "Merry Man 2," "Shanty Town," and "When You Love June".
Regina is active on social media, especially Instagram where she shares updates about her projects and personal life with her fans.
Check out her Instagram profile.
3. Nancy Isime
Nancy Isime is a prominent Nigerian actress, model, and media personality.
Nancy began her career as an actress in the TV series "Echoes" in 2011 and is known for her roles in "Blood Sisters," "Shanty Town" and "Hire A Man".
She is also known for her work as a television presenter, hosting shows like "The Squeeze," "What's Hot," and the backstage segments of MTN Project.
Nancy has also hosted major events like "The Headies" and "The Voice Nigeria".
Check out her Instagram profile.
2. Angela Okorie
Angela Okorie is a well-known Nigerian actress. She began her acting career in 2009 with her debut film "Sincerity".
Since then, she has appeared in over 100 movies, including notable titles like "Beautiful Monster," "Painted Lies" and "Uncomfortable Truth".
Angela is celebrated for her ability to portray diverse roles, ranging from romantic to action-packed characters. She has also ventured into music and entrepreneurship.
Check out her Instagram profile.
1. Bukunmi Oluwasina
This list’s top 1 is Bukunmi Oluwasina, a multitalented Nigerian actress, producer, screenwriter, and singer.
Bukunmi gained recognition for her debut film "Ayomi" in 2015, which earned her the Best Actress of the Year award at the Best of Nollywood Awards.
She has starred in numerous films, including "Citation," "Traffic," "Soólè," and "Jankariwo".
Bukunmi Oluwasina is also a gifted singer and songwriter.
She made her debut in the music industry in 2018 with the release of her song "See Wahala" featuring Oladips. Since then, she has continued to captivate her audience with her musical talent.
Check out her Instagram account.
This list was created with the help of Hypeauditor and is based on the Audience Quality Score (AQS). In case of a tie between two or more personalities, we used the engagement rate to establish the order. The keywords used in our search were 'actors' and 'actresses' in Nigeria. We focused on personalities with more than one million followers and who have been featured in at least one movie.
