Obinna Nwafor, better known by his stage name Saint Obi, is a highly respected and accomplished Nigerian actor, film producer and film director.
His talent and contribution to the Nigerian film industry, known as Nollywood, is priceless and has left a lasting impact.
Despite his success, he remains humble and dedicated to his career, inspiring many aspiring actors and filmmakers in Nigeria and beyond.
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- Full name: Obinna Nwafor
- Stage name: Saint Obi
- Date of Birth: November 16, 1965
- Date of death: May 7, 2023 (age: 57 years old)
- Birthplace: Port Harcourt
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Occupation: Nigerian actor, film producer and film director.
- Height: 5’8
- Parents: Mazi Melford Nwafor and Lolo Millicent Nwafor.
- Siblings: 1. Ugoeze Edith Nwafor-ObiChukwu;
- Former spouse: Lydia Saint-Nwafor
- Children: 3, Chideta Saint-Nwafor, Obinna Saint-Nwafor and Nnamdi Saint-Nwafor.
- Relationship: Divorced
- Net worth: $7 million
Early life and education.
Saint Obi, also known as Obinna Nwafor, is a Nigerian actor, producer and director. He was born on November 16, 1965 in Port Harcourt and was raised by his parents, Mazi Melford Nwafor and Lolo Millicent Nwafor.
He grew up in the Christian faith in South South Nigeria along with his sister, Ugoeze Edith Nwafor-ObiChukwu.
St. Obi completed primary, secondary and tertiary education at Zang Secondary Commercial School and obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts from the University of Jos in 1991.
Profession
Saint Obi is a famous Nigerian actor and film producer who rose to prominence in 1995. With his charming looks and undeniable talent, he quickly made his mark in the Nigerian film industry, or Nigerian movie industry. In 1996, he starred in a popular NTA commercial series and his career took off from there.
Since then, he has starred in over 250 Nigerian films, showing his versatility and acting skills as an actor. In 2001, he expanded his career and made his first film, Take Me to My Mama, in which he also acted.
Saint Obi remains a prominent figure in the Nigerian film industry and his contributions have helped shape and elevate the Nigerian film industry globally. A few years ago, renowned Nigerian actor Saint Obi took a surprising decision to retire from acting. He wanted to focus on other aspects of the entertainment industry such as production and business.
In an interview, he stated that he needed to improve himself by moving behind the scenes. He clarified that his decision was not due to a lack of acting work, but rather a desire to pursue other interests. According to St. Obi, as he got older, he realized that it was not necessary to be in every movie.
He gradually reduced the number of films he acted in each year as he believed that it was the quality of his performances that mattered rather than the quantity he acted in. Saint Obi Obi is a successful entrepreneur with extensive experience in the production, talent, brand management and public relations industries.
As the founder and CEO of Agwhyte International Limited, he established a global presence by expanding the company’s reach to Nigeria and the United States. With his leadership and vision, Agwhyte International Limited has become a reputable and sought-after company in the entertainment and media industry.
Social media.
- Instagram: @theofficialsaintobi
- Facebook Account: Official St. Obi
Personal life
Saint Obi is a Nigerian actor, producer and director. He is married to Lydia Saint-Nwafor, a senior MTN employee from Anambra State, Nigeria. They have three children: Chideta Saint-Nwafor, Obinna Saint-Nwafor and Nnemdi Saint-Nwafor.
However, their marriage ended in 2021 after 15 years and sadly, St. Obi died on May 7, 2023, after a long illness while living with one of his siblings in Jos.
Filmography
- Fatal Proposal
- brave heart
- The strongest weapon
- Administrative crimes
- Costly Mistakes
- Heart of Gold
- Wedding Fever
- Final whistle
- Sensational Spy
- Criminal Mastermind
- When the going gets tough
- Sleeping with the Enemy
- Strange love
- False Angel
net worth
Saint Obi is known for his exceptional talent and skills in the Nigerian film industry, also known as the Nigerian movie industry. He is a successful actor, producer and director, demonstrating his versatility and dedication to a career in film.
Although he died at a young age on May 7, 2023, he left behind an estimated net worth of $7 million, a testament to his hard work and career success.
