It is not easy to become a Nollywood superstar since it requires entire dedication, which is why these Nollywood stars left their jobs as bankers to pursue acting in the Nigerian film industry, and it looks that they made the correct decision because they are clearly succeeding.
Bolanle Ninalowo
Bolanle Ninalowo is an actress, model, and brand ambassador from Nigeria. He quit his finance job to pursue his acting ambitions. He formerly worked for Guaranty Trust Bank in Nigeria and General Growth Properties in Chicago as an accountant.
2. Esin Eve
Eve Esin was born on the 17th of October, 1981. She is a well-known Nollywood actress who has won the hearts of numerous fans. She is extremely talented and has won multiple accolades.
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She worked as a banker before deciding to pursue her true passion as an actress, and she made the perfect decision because she has appeared in multiple films and is really skilled.
3. Mike Ezuruonye
Mike Ezuruonye is a popular Nollywood actor who has garnered multiple awards and nominations over his career.
He worked as a banker before turning to acting, but he left his profession to pursue a career in Nollywood, where he has since become well-known. He has starred in a number of films and has garnered various awards. He is currently married to Nkechi Nnorom and has a son with her.
4. Ebele Okaro
Ebele Okari Onyiuke is a film producer and actress. After creating and starring in Musical Whispers, a film about loving and caring for children with autism, she rose to notoriety. Before entering the film industry, Ebele worked as a banker.
5. Makinwa, Toke
Toke Makinwa, a renowned media personality, blogger, actress, and brand influencer, was previously a banker.
During her interview with Chude, she discussed her early days working at Silverbird Bank before leaving to pursue a career as an on-air TV personality.