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Jide Kene Achufusi (born October 17, 1991), better known by his stage name Swanky JKA, is a fast-rising Nigerian actor and model.
He is best known for his role as “Nnamdi Okeke” in the 2019 remake of the film Life in Bondage: Breaking Free.
He has a refined appearance and is a very creative and talented Nigerian movie star who is famous for his roles in movies.
The actor is also known as ‘Neo’ in Trace TV’s campus drama Crazy, Cute and Cool. His role in Living in Bondage won him the Trailblazer Award at the 2020 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards.
Nigerian actors
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| Name: | Gideofo Kenechukwu Achufosi |
| stage name: | Stylish JKA |
| Date of Birth: | October 17, 1991 (32 years old) |
| place of birth: | Enugu, Nigeria |
| country of origin: | Anambra State |
| Country of Citizenship: | Nigeria |
| high: | 1.95 m |
| parents: | not applicable |
| Brothers and sisters: | not applicable |
| Wife • Spouse: | unmarried |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | not applicable |
| Children: | not applicable |
| Profession: | Actor• Model |
| net worth: | $150,000 |
Early life and education
Jide Kene Achufusi (Swanky JKA) was born in Enugu State on October 17, 1991, but his origin is Anambra State. His full name is Jideofor Kenechukwu Achufusi.
He holds a degree in Geology and Geography from Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT).
Jide Kenny Achufosi (Swanky JKA) started his acting career in Enugu State before moving to Lagos.
Profession
Jide Kene Achufusi (Swanky JKA) started his career as a model before he started appearing in supporting roles in Nigerian movies such as Poka Messiah, Black Rose, Pretty Little Thing, Ofuobi and A Lonely Lane.
He has been in the film industry for several years with small roles. When he was still unknown, he acted as an Enugu actor in more than ten films directed by Ernest Obi.
In 2013, he participated in Mr Ideal Nigeria and came sixth out of 40 finalists.
Jide Kene Achufusi (Swanky JKA) also played a role in the 2017 movie “The Spirit”. The movie was directed by Ernest Obi and produced by Eve Esin.
He also played the “news interviewer” in Genevieve Nnaji’s 2018 film Lionheart, which was Netflix’s first original film from Nigeria.
Jide Kenny Achufosi (Swanky JKA) has come into the limelight after his role as ‘Nnamdi Okeke’ in ‘Living In Bondage: Breaking Free.’ The movie was directed by Ramsey Noah and produced by Charles Okpaleke.
Awards and nominations
- Best Nigerian Film Actor Award – Best Nigerian Film Award (Winner) (2018)
- Best Actor in a Nigerian Film Award (Nominated) (2018)
- Trailblazer Awards – Africa Magic Audience Choice Awards (Winner) (2020)
- Best Actor – Africa Magic Audience Choice Awards (Nominated) (2020)
- Future Awards African Performance Award – (Winner) (2020)
Personal life
Jide Kene Achufusi (Swanky JKA) is not married. The actor has also not disclosed any woman as his girlfriend, lover, wife or mother of his children.
Recently, photos of him getting married to his wife Jide were circulated on the Internet, but the news has not been confirmed.
He stands out not only for his talent but also for his height, which is 6 feet 5 inches.
net worth
Based on the current information about Jide Kene Achufusi (Swanky JKA)’s work and earnings, it is estimated that his net worth is around $150,000.
Filmography
- Burning Bridges (2014)
- God Bless You(2016)
- Lonely Road (2017)
- Little Beautiful Things(2017)
- Black Rose (2018)
- Crazy, Cute, Cool (2018)
- Lionheart (2018)
- Ofobi (2019)
- Living in Bondage: Breaking Free (2019)
- Kambili: Full 30 Yards (2020)
Social Media
Jide Kene Achufusi (Swanky JKA) is active on Instagram as @iamjidekene. His Twitter account is @iamjidekene.
