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Steph-Nora Okere (born 26 April 1974) is a Nigerian actress and scriptwriter who was awarded the Special Recognition Award at the City People Entertainment Awards in 2016.[1] In 2015, she became the Vice President of the Script Writers Guild of Nigeria (SWGN).[2]
Steph-Nora Okere | |
|---|---|
| Born | Steph-Nora Okere 26 April 1974 Imo State |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | University of Ife |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1994–present |
Early life and education
Okere was born in Owerri which is Imo State's capital, a southeastern geographical area of Nigeria occupied mainly by the Igbo people. At a young age she migrated to Lagos state in southwest Nigeria and received her basic education in St Paul Primary School located in Ebute Metta where she obtained her First School Leaving Certificate. Okere moved back to her state of origin to receive secondary education. Okere obtained her West African Senior School Certificate in Akwakuma Secondary School located in Imo State. Okere obtained her BSc degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Ife.[3][4]
Career
Okere before her debut into the Nigerian movie industry known commonly as Nollywood was a stage actress and debuted for the first time in the Nigerian movie Industry in 1994 at the age of 21.[5]
Award
Okere won the Special Recognition Award at City People Entertainment Awards in 2016.[6]
Personal life
Okere has spoken publicly about her admiration for her colleague Jim Iyke.[7][8] Okere although being Igbo can speak the Yoruba language fluently.
Selected filmography
- African Time (2014)
- Big Heart Treasure (2007)
- Eleda Teju (2007)
- Angels Forever (2006)
- Joy of a Mother (2006)
- Destiny's Challenge (2005)
- Empire (2005)
- Fake Angel (2005)
- Immoral Act (2005)
- Aye Jobele (2005)
- Circle Of Tears (2004)
- Dark Secret (2004)
- Indecent Girl (2004)
- Lost Paradise (2004)
- Singles & Married (2004)
- Aristos (2003)
- Bleeding Love (2003)
References
- "Timeless Nollywood Actress, Steph-Nora Okere". guardian.ng. Retrieved 6 December 2019.
- "My marriage would have made me a sad woman – Steph Nora Okere". Vanguard News. 2 May 2015. Retrieved 6 December 2019.
- Ogbeche, Danielle. "I'm married to Jesus – Steph-Nora Okere opens up on failed relationships". Retrieved 6 December 2019.
- "Steph Nora Okere, actress (Beauty Secrets of the Rich and Famous) | Encomium Magazine". Retrieved 6 December 2019.
- "BoI supports Okere's new film". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 6 December 2019.
- "Steph Nora Okere Opens Up On Her Failed Marriage ⋆". www.herald.ng. Retrieved 6 December 2019.
- Oleniju, Segun (3 May 2015). "Steph Nora Okere Talks Her Relationship With Jim Iyke and Her Failed Marriage to Lanre Falana | 36NG". Retrieved 6 December 2019.
- "Steph Nora Okere 'It's impossible to live away from Jim Iyke' actress opens up". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 6 December 2019.
External links
- Steph-Nora Okere at IMDb
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