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- Bolaji Badejo was a graphic designer from Lagos. He is primarily remembered for his single acting role, playing the titular predatory alien in the science fiction-horror film Alien (1979).The film was a box-office hit, having earned a worldwide gross of US$143 million by 1992 estimates.
In 1953, Badejo was born in Lagos, Colonial Nigeria. At the time, Nigeria was a British colony. Badejo's family was of Yoruba descent, an ethnic group estimated to represent about 16% of the country 's population. Badejo's father would later serve as the director-general of the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation, a state-owned radio-broadcasting organization.
Badejo decided to follow a career as a visual artist. He studied abroad in the United States before moving to London, England, to get specialized training as a graphic designer. Bodejo was unusually tall, standing at a height of 2.08 meters (6 feet and 10 inches). Director Ridley Scott's casting crew was seeking a tall person to play the creature in his upcoming film. They found Badejo drinking at a Soho bar and offered him the role. He accepted the offer, although he had neither acting experience nor training.
In 1980, Badejo moved back to Nigeria. In 1983, Badejo opened his own art gallery. He remained active until 1992, when he died from sickle-cell anemia, a hereditary blood disorder that is very common among people of African descent. About 80% of sickle-cell disease cases recorded worldwide have occurred in Africa. Badejo was 39 years old at the time of his death.
Badejo is long gone but is still fondly remembered for his only acting role. "Alien" has had several sequels, prequels, and spin-offs, and the influence of the original film in modern science fiction cinema is quite large. - Zulu Adigwe was born in Enugu, Eastern Region, Nigeria. He was an actor, known for Kosiso: Voice of the Poor (2014), Love Gone Sour (2018) and Chameleon (2018). He died on 23 April 2024 in Nigeria.
- Actor
- Producer
- Director
Karibi Fubara was an actor and producer, known for We Speak Dance (2018), Ratnik (2020) and 840 Days (2022). He was married to Yolanda Okereke. He died on 15 December 2021 in Nigeria.- Music Department
- Composer
- Writer
Fela Kuti was born on 15 October 1938 in Abeokuta, Nigeria. He was a composer and writer, known for The Harder They Fall (2021), Queen & Slim (2019) and Run Fatboy Run (2007). He died on 2 August 1997 in Lagos, Nigeria.- Director
Alade Aromire was a director, known for Oro idile (2007), Olórí (2007) and Omo inu oku (2001). Alade died on 4 July 2008 in Berger, Nigeria.- Adejumoke Aderounmu was born on 26 March 1984 in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. She was an actress, known for La Femme Anjola (2021), Arugba (2009) and Kayanmata (2018). She died on 7 April 2024 in Nigeria.
- Orlando Martins was born on 8 December 1899 in Lagos, Nigeria. He was an actor, known for Simba (1955), Ivory Hunter (1951) and West of Zanzibar (1954). He died on 25 September 1985 in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Actor
- Producer
Amaechi Muonagor was born on 20 August 1962 in Obosi, Anambra State, Nigeria. He was an actor and producer, known for The Guilty 2 (2006), Enemies (1998) and Heartless (1998). He died on 24 March 2024 in Nigeria.- Ernest Asuzu was born on 26 November 1971 in Imo State, Nigeria. He was an actor, known for Executive Crime (2000), Another Campus Tale (1997) and Enemies (1998). He died on 26 January 2021 in Imo State, Nigeria.
- Saratu Gidado was born on 17 January 1968 in Chiranchi, Gwale, Kano State, Nigeria. She was an actress, known for Kawayen Amarya (2018), Karki Manta Dani (2019) and Akeelah (2019). She was married to Muhammad Lawan. She died on 9 April 2024 in Kano State, Nigeria.
- J.T. Tom West was born in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. He was an actor, known for Born 2 Suffer (2002), Another Campus Tale (1997) and Otondo (2004). He died on 28 September 2006 in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Actor
- Producer
- Writer
John Okafor was born on 17 October 1961 in Nigeria. He was an actor and producer, known for Bafana Bafana (2007), Mr Ibu in London (2004) and Captive (1998). He died on 2 March 2024 in Lagos, Nigeria.- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Murphy Afolabi was born on 5 May 1974 in Nigeria. He was an actor and director, known for Wasila Coded Reloaded (2022), Jimi Bendel (2016) and One Blood. He died on 14 May 2023 in Nigeria.- Declared one of the strong men of the African film industry, Justus Esiri has indeed earned his fame. He attended Urohobo College and later went to Germany to study engineering where he developed an interest for theater. Thus he began his acting career on stage in Germany. He was the only Nigerian male performing on stage in the years 1968/69. He also worked for voice of Nigeria VON, German Service as a translator. He was performing on stage in Germany when a delegation from Nigeria invited him to perform in Nigeria in a Government sponsored program, when he went to Nigeria, his homeland, he never went back to Europe.
His fame was launched widely for his role in the ever popular African TV series, the village headmaster where he played the "Headmaster". - Director
- Writer
- Producer
Biyi Bandele was born on 13 October 1967 in Kafanchan, Nigeria. He was a director and writer, known for Half of a Yellow Sun (2013), Fifty (2015) and Elesin Oba: The King's Horseman (2022). He died on 7 August 2022 in Lagos, Nigeria.- Ashley Nwosu was born on 21 November 1954 in Umuahia-Oboro, Abia State, Nigeria. He was an actor, known for A Better Place 2 (2007), Enemies (1998) and A Better Place (2007). He died on 21 April 2011 in Yaba-Lagos, Nigeria.
- Actor
- Director
Francis Agu was born on 18 February 1965 in Lagos, Nigeria. He was an actor and director, known for Domitilla (1996), Take Me to Jesus (2008) and Enemies (1998). He died on 20 March 2007 in Lagos, Nigeria.- Leo Mezie was born on 25 January 1976 in Abia State, Nigeria. He was an actor, known for Hitler (2007), Never End (2005) and Curse from Beyond (1999). He died on 14 May 2022 in Abuja, Nigeria.
- Junior Pope Odonwodo was born on 7 May 1984 in Bamenda, Cameroon. He was an actor, known for Wrong Initiation (2018), 1951 (2021) and Honey Money (2023). He was married to Jennifer Awele Okpuno. He died on 10 April 2024 in Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria.
- Actor
- Director
Sam Loco Efe was an actor and director, known for Game Fools Play (2007), Game Fools Play 2 (2007) and Vigilante (1988). He died on 7 August 2011 in Amakohia, Owerri, Nigeria.- Actress
- Costume and Wardrobe Department
Rachael Oniga was born on 23 May 1957 in Eku, Delta State, Nigeria. She was an actress, known for Eye for Eye (1999), When Love Hurts and Doctor Bello (2013). She died on 30 July 2021 in Lagos, Nigeria.- Actor
- Producer
- Director
Obi Madubogwu was born in 1970 in Part Harcourt, Nigeria. He was an actor and producer, known for The Grave Dust (2015), Mark of the Beast (1999) and Sacrifice for Love (2006). He died on 27 August 2017 in Abuja, Nigeria.- Muna Obiekwe was born in 1979 in Nigeria. He was an actor, known for The Laptop 2 (2008), The Laptop (2008) and Deceptive Heart 2 (2016). He died on 18 January 2015 in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Geraldine Ekeocha was an actress, known for Official Fracas (2006), Perfect Planner (2006) and Love & Politics (2003). She died on 4 September 2011 in Nigeria.
- Actor
- Location Management
Matt Dadzie was born in Lagos Nigeria to George and Victoria Dadzie. He spent his early years in Lagos where did his primary and secondary education. He later got admission to University of Ibadan to study Theater arts. He worked with NTA Jos, is famous for writing and directing TV series in the early 80s and 90s in Nigeria: Cock Crow at Dawn (1985), Behind the Clouds(1989), Lynx (1989), Riddles and Hopes (1991), Supple blues 1990. He lived with his wife and children in Jos Nigeria until his death in 2005.- Actress
Ada Ameh was born on 15 May 1974 in Ajegunle, Lagos State, Nigeria. She was an actress, known for Domitilla (1996), King of Shitta (2013) and The Johnsons (2012). She died on 17 July 2022 in Warri, Delta State, Nigeria.- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Amaka Igwe was a prolific creative industries mogul, with experience of over 25 years. She was an expert in Nigerian and African entertainment, and she said she had an unwritten contract to 'entertain' her people.
She left behind a powerhouse production company, Amaka Igwe Studios, the teaching arm called the Centre, a radio station Top Radio 90.9, a TV station Q Entertainment Networks, and many more investments.
She was of an excellent disposition, joy followed her wherever she went. She improved lives and inspired people to be not just like her, but better. Her life is a lesson to us all.
She will be sorely missed by her country, her family, her friends and the world. Herein is an unsung hero, led by God. By His grace her legacy will continue to entertain the world.
Rest in Peace, daughter of Nigeria, your nation.
Thank you for your distinguished, excellent service.- Hogan 'Kid' Bassey was born on 3 June 1932 in Creek Town, Calabar, Nigeria. He was married to Mary Madgalene and Maria Williams. He died on 26 January 1998 in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Actor
- Writer
Victor Eze was an actor and writer, known for Stigma (2013), Changing Faces (2008) and Fake Angel (2005). He died on 25 June 2017 in Lagos, Nigeria.- Writer
- Actor
- Producer
Akinwunmi Ishola was born in 1939 in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. He was a writer and actor, known for Efunsetan Aniwura (1981), Efunsetan Aniwura (2005) and Kòseégbé (1995). He died on 17 February 2018 in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.- Actress
- Location Management
- Additional Crew
Cynthia Okereke was an actress, known for Katakata (2021), Idemili (2014) and For the Love of Isiuwa (2021). She died on 11 July 2023 in Nigeria.- Actor
- Director
Saint Obi was born on 16 November 1965 in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. He was an actor and director, known for Executive Crime (2000), Enemies (1998) and Take Me to Maama (2002). He died on 7 May 2023 in Jos, Nigeria.- Joseph Layode was born on 27 June 1927 in Nigeria, British West Africa. He was an actor, known for BBC Sunday-Night Theatre (1950), Secret Agent (1964) and Witchdoctor of the Livingdead (1985). He died on 9 December 2006 in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Babatunde Omidina was born on 22 August 1958 in Nigeria. He was an actor, known for N150 Million (2003), 36 Kiniun (2003) and Kówópé (2004). He was married to Monsurat Omidina. He died on 22 November 2021 in Nigeria.
- Director
- Script and Continuity Department
Ndubuisi Okoh was a director, known for Captive (1998), Lost Kingdom (1999) and The Suitors (2000). Ndubuisi died on 24 July 2012 in Abia, Abia, Nigeria.- Zainub Bukky Ajati was a Nigerian born actress, born on February 2nd 1934 and educated in England on a scholarship. Returning to her homeland to act she was a regular in Nigerian TV series 'Checkmate' throughout the 1980s and 1990s as well as appearing in several 'Nollywood' movies. Bukky died at home, in Nigeria, on July 6th 2016.
- Sadiq Daba was an actor, known for October 1 (2014), Citation (2020) and Eagle Wings (2021). He died on 3 March 2021 in Nigeria.
- Director
- Producer
- Writer
Chico Ejiro was born in Isoko, Delta, Nigeria. He was a director and producer, known for When Dreams Fall Apart (2013), Emotional Pain (2003) and Computer Girls (2003). He was married to Joy C. Ejiro. He died on 25 December 2020 in Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria.- Olofa Ina was an actor, known for Iyawo aremo (2006), Ikilo agba (2008) and Okobo dimeji (2008). He died on 4 January 2024 in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Pete Eneh was an actor, known for Fire on the Mountain (2002), Issakaba (1999) and The Suitors (2000). He died on 15 November 2012 in Enugu, Nigeria.
- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Sikiru Adesina was an actor and director, known for Agbede ogun (2005), Temi ni tie ko (2004) and Idunnu mi (2007). He died on 9 February 2016 in Kaduna, Nigeria.- Monsurat Omidina was an actress, known for Ògédé Didùn (2003), Ògo ìdílé (2004) and Nkan agbara (2008). She was married to Babatunde Omidina. She died on 1 September 2009 in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria.
- Actor
- Additional Crew
Joe Adekwagh was born on 18 February 1963 in Benue State, Nigeria. He was an actor, known for Mister Johnson (1990), Irapada (2006) and Wetin Dey (2007). He died on 25 October 2007 in Lagos, Nigeria.- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
- Director
- Actor
Aminu S. Bono was an assistant director and director, known for Agola (2019), Kawayen Amarya (2018) and Na Hauwa (2015). He died on 20 November 2023 in Nigeria.- Toyosi Arigbabuwo was an actor, known for Àkóbí gómìnà (2002), Sawo-Sègbèrì (2005) and Iku lopin (2006). He died on 13 January 2020 in Nigeria.
- Prince James Uche was born in 1962 in Abia State, Nigeria. He was an actor, known for Domitilla (1996), Eye for Eye (1999) and Beyond Pardon (2000). He died on 8 March 2017 in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Ken Saro-Wiwa died on 10 November 1995 in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Jollyfisher Ekpe was born on 3 January 2002 in Abington, Pennsylvania, USA. He was a director and writer, known for Beyond (2022). He died on 27 December 2023 in Adim, Nigeria.- James Iroha was an actor, known for Nneka the Pretty Serpent (1994), Osuofia and the Wise Men (2008) and Osuofia and the Wise Men 2 (2008). He died on 28 February 2012 in Nigeria.
- Sani Abacha was born on 20 September 1943 in Kano, Northern Region, British Nigeria. He died on 8 June 1998 in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria.