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Longinus Anokwute
Born
1979-05-19 (age 47)
Place of Birth
Umuduru, Ekwe, within the Isu Local Government Area of Imo State, Nigeria
Occupations
Actor, Comedian, Director, Filmmaker, Musician, Producer, Scriptwriter, Showbiz Promoter, Singer
Spouse
Mrs. Blessing Anokwute
Alma Mater
All Saints Secondary School, Gombe State
Also known as
Chief Imo
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Biography
EARLY LIFE
Longinus Anyaehiechukwu Anokwute, widely recognized as Chief Imo, is a prominent Nigerian comedian, actor, filmmaker, and musician. Born on May 19, 1979, in Umuduru, Ekwe, within the Isu Local Government Area of Imo State, Nigeria. Chief Imo is the youngest of six children, comprising four boys and two girls. He was primarily raised by his mother and elder sister. He began his education at Ekwe Central School, Umuduru, where he obtained his First School Leaving Certificate. He then attended All Saints Secondary School in Gombe State, where he completed his secondary education.
CAREER
Chief Imo’s foray into the entertainment industry began in 2001 when he joined a local drama club. His professional acting career took off in 2008, and he has since featured in over 60 Nollywood and Igbo films. He is renowned for his comedic roles. In addition to acting, Chief Imo is a producer, director, showbiz promoter, and scriptwriter. He has also ventured into music. Throughout his career, Chief Imo has collaborated with various notable Igbo actors and comedians, including Nkem Owoh (Osuofia), Chiwetalu Agu, Chacha Eke-Faani, Zubby Michael, Uche Nancy, Chief Zebrudaya (Chika Okpala). Chief Imo has received widespread recognition, including Nollywood Movie Awards, Creative Indigenous Actors Awards, City People Entertainment Awards, Anambra Diaspora Awards.
PERSONAL LIFE
Chief Imo married to Mrs. Blessing Anokwute. The couple is blessed with three children: twin boys and a daughter. In his comedic career, Chief Imo often collaborates with Uche Nwakuche Eduzor, popularly referred to as Sister Maggi, who portrays his on-screen wife. This has led to public misconceptions, which he has clarified as strictly professional, referring to her as his “commercial wife”. Controversies: rumors suggesting romantic involvement with Sister Maggi, addressed publicly.
Filmography
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Box Office
Weekly Top Grossing1
3 Cold Dishes
₦5,331,351.00
Week 51
2
Gingerrr
₦12,727,775.00
Week 47
3
Gingerrr
₦21,139,500.00
Week 46
4
The Herd
₦16,977,673.00
Week 46
5
3 Cold Dishes
₦15,261,240.00
Week 46
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