Ibrahim Chatta is a well-known Yoruba actor, producer and director in the Nigerian film industry. He has starred in more than 100 films and has won several awards for his outstanding performances.
He is known for his versatility, charisma and ability to play different roles convincingly.
He is also a singer and songwriter who has released several albums and singles. He is one of the most influential and respected figures in the Nigerian film industry.
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- Full name: Abiodun Ibrahim Chatta
- Date of Birth: October 13, 1970
- Age: 54
- Sex: Male
- Birthplace: Bachita, Edu Local Government Area, Kwara State, Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Occupation: Actor, producer, director, singer, songwriter
- Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
- Parents: Alhaji Ismaila Afolabi Chatta (father) and Hajia Aishat Chatta (mother)
- Siblings: 13
- Spouse: Olaide Aishat Chatta (third wife)
- Children: Malik Damilare Chatta (son) and Khadijat Adebisi Chatta (daughter)
- Marital status: Married
- Net worth: $500,000
Early life and education
Ibrahim Chatta was born on October 13, 1970, in Bachita, Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria and will turn 54 years old in 2024.
He is the second child of his father, Alhaji Ismaila Afolabi Chatta, a wealthy businessman and politician, and his mother, Hajia Aishat Chatta, a devout Muslim and housewife.
He has 13 siblings, seven brothers and six sisters, all of whom are older or younger than him. He grew up in a large family and was well respected in the community. Ibrahim received his primary education at St. Anthony’s Primary School in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital.
However, Ibrahim’s education was cut short due to financial constraints, as he could not continue to secondary school. His father had multiple wives and children and could not afford to pay for all of them.
Ibrahim was one of those unfortunate people who dropped out of school and had to fend for himself. This turn of events left him heartbroken and he felt betrayed by his father.
Ibrahim was only 15 years old when he decided to leave his hometown and head for Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital, in search of greener pastures. He had no friends or family in Lagos, so he had to survive on his own.
To make ends meet, he worked various menial jobs such as being a bus conductor, mechanic, bricklayer, barber and security guard. He faced many challenges and difficulties in Lagos, but he never gave up his dream of becoming an actor and singer.
personal life
Ibrahim Chatha was married three times in his life. His first wife was Olayinka Solomon, who was also an actor and producer. They met and fell in love on the set of a movie. They got married in 2006 and have a son named Malik Damilare Chatha.
However, their marriage did not last long and the two divorced in 2009 due to irreconcilable differences. Ibrahim accused Olayinka of being unfaithful and disrespectful to her, while Olayinka claimed that Ibrahim abused her and was irresponsible.
Ibrahim’s second wife is Salamatu Mohammed Lafiaji, daughter of former Kwara State Senator, Sabah Lafiaji. In 2012, they had a grand wedding attended by many celebrities and politicians.
They had a daughter, Khadijat Adebisi Chatta, but their marriage ended in divorce in 2014 due to family discord and interference from family members. Ibrahim accused Salamatu of being too proud and arrogant, while Salamatu complained that Ibrahim was too controlling and demanding.
Ibrahim’s third and current marriage is to businesswoman and socialite Olaide Aishat Chatta. They married in 2016 in a low-key ceremony witnessed only by close friends and relatives.
They have lived happily together ever since. Ibrahim describes Olaid as his soul mate and best friend, while Olaid praises Ibrahim as her hero and protector.
Profession
Ibrahim Chata began his acting career in 1985 when he joined the Afopina Theatre Company led by the late Adebayo Faletti, where he learnt the basics of acting, directing and producing.
Ibrahim made his debut in the film industry in 1992 with a Yoruba film, Abinuwaye. He played a small role in the film but impressed the director and the audience with his performance.
He then starred in more films such as Owo Blow, Ti Oluwa Nile, Aye Olorogun, Omo Jaiye Jaiye, Omo Ekun, Omo Pupa, Omo Ghetto, Omo Elemoshoand many others.
Ibrahim has also ventured into film production and directing. He founded his own production company, Ibra Films. He has produced and directed over 50 films including Mafi Wonmi, Atinio’go, Aye Dudu and Shina Rambo.
Ibrahim has also starred in some English movies like October 1st, Antique, The Grudge, The Court, The Bridge, The Island, The Wedding Party, CEO, Arbitration, Royal Hibiscus Hotel, Ghosts and Touts, Shining Lagosians, Millionaires, Trap, Picture Perfect, Wolverine and many more.
Ibrahim is also a singer and songwriter who has released a number of albums and singles. Some of his songs include Owo, Omo Naija, Omo Ologo, Omo Osho, Omo Owo, Omo Oyinbo, Omo Pastor, Omo Poly, Omo Sango, Omo Shomolu, Omo Wobe, Omo Yoruba, Omo Zaria and many more.
Awards
Ibrahim has received several awards and nominations for his work in the film industry. Some of them are:
- In 2010, he won the Best Supporting Actor (Yoruba) award at the Nigerian Film Awards for his performance in Mafi Wonmi.
- For his performance in the movie Aye Kuto, he won the Best Actor (Yoruba) in the 2012 Nigerian Movie Awards.
- In 2014, he won the City People Entertainment Award for Best Actor (Yoruba) for his outstanding performance in Omo Elemosho
- For his outstanding performance in the movie Yoruba on October 1, he won the Best Actor (Yoruba) Award at the 2015 Africa Movie Academy Awards.
- For his performance in Antique, he won the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Yoruba).
- For his performance in Ota Ile, he won the 2017 Nigeria Entertainment Awards for Best Actor (Yoruba).
- He won the 2018 Golden Movie Award for Best Actor (Yoruba) for his outstanding performance in Lukudi.
dispute
Ibrahim Chatta has been involved in several controversies and scandals in his professional and personal life. These include:
- In 2013, he was accused of beating his second wife, Salamatou, causing her to miscarry. He denied the allegation and claimed that he only slapped her because she disrespected him. He also said that Salamatou was not pregnant at the time of the incident.
- In 2014, he was arrested by the police for allegedly stealing the mobile phone of fellow actor Kunle Afod. He was later released after he proved his innocence and explained that he had only borrowed the phone to make a call.
- In 2015, there were rumors that he was having an affair with married actress Laide Bakare. He denied the rumors and said that they were just friends and colleagues. He also said that he respected her marriage and would never do anything to jeopardize it.
- In 2016, some online bloggers accused him of being a cultist and a ritualist. He refuted the accusations and said he was a devout Muslim and a law-abiding citizen. He also threatened to sue the bloggers for defamation and extortion.
- In 2017, he was accused of impregnating young actress Lizzy Anjorin. He denied the allegation and said he was happily married to his third wife, Olaide. He also said he had no relationship with Lizzy and she was just using his name to gain popularity.
social media
- Instagram: @ibrahimchatta_lordthespis
- Twitter: @ibrahimchatta
Filmography
- Abinoye
- Owo Blow
- Tiolowa Nile
- Ai Olorogun
- Omojejeje
- Atinyogo
- Muffy Wemmie
- Ayekuto
- Omoelemoso
- October 1
- antique
- Otajima
- Lukudi
- Omo University
- Raz Guy
- Picture Perfect
- set up
- bridge
- Small Island
Discography
- Owo
- Omonega
- Omo-Ologo
- Omo Osho
- Omo-Owo
- Omo Oyinbo
- Pastor Omo
- Omopoli
- Omosango
- Omoshomoru
net worth
Ibrahim Chatta’s net worth is estimated to be $500,000.
He has earned a lot of wealth from his successful career as an actor, producer, director, singer, and songwriter.
