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Chiedozie Nzeribe Siztus (born February 14), stage name Sambasa Nzeribe, is a famous Nigerian actor, model and performer.
He is one of the on-screen characters who has appeared in movies and television.
He is from Anambra State, Nigeria and has starred in many popular Nigerian movies.
Nigerian actors
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Real Name: | Kidozzi Nzeribe Sisters |
stage name: | Sambasa Nzeribe |
date of birth: | February 14 (ages 20-30 years and above) |
place of birth: | Anambra State, Nigeria |
country of origin: | Anambra State |
Country of Citizenship: | Nigeria |
high: | not applicable |
parents: | not applicable |
brothers and sisters: | not applicable |
Wife • Spouse: | unmarried |
Girlfriend • Partner: | Not yet disclosed |
children: | not applicable |
Profession: | Actor• Model |
net worth: | $200,000 |
early life
On February 14, Sambasa Nzeribe was born. Although he was born in Nigeria, the multi-talented actor and musician grew up in the Isoro community in Lagos State. He is a native of Anambra State, Nigeria.
He lost his father at a young age and grew up in difficult circumstances. His mother was a primary school teacher, but her income was not enough to support him (Sambasa) and his brothers.
Sambasa Nzeribe claims that he had to sell fufu, vegetables and puffs on the streets of Isolo to make money. When he was about to complete his secondary education, his mother died of uterine fibroids.
After his mother’s death, the Catholic Women’s Organization (CWO) provided training for him (and his siblings) through its orphan scholarship program. They sponsored him through secondary school until he graduated with a degree in Creative Arts from the University of Lagos (UNILAG).
Sambatha Nzeribe’s mother was a choir member and drama director at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Isolo. He was a member of the church’s music and drama groups, which helped him develop a love and passion for the arts.
Acting career
Sambasa Nzeribe made his acting debut in 2013 and has since appeared in many Nigerian films including;
- Elevator Baby
- Just not married
- A mile from home
- Wedding Party
- Madness Returns
- Slow Countryside
- Bad luck
- Kasara
- Chocolate Hotel
- A Soldier’s Story
- Small Island
- Ghosts and Touts
- A rookie and four scammers
social media
Sambasa Nzeribe is active on Instagram. He has a huge fan following and his account is @SambasaOfficial.
personal life
In an interview, Sambasa Nzeribe explained that the nickname “Sambasa” came from the difficulties he faced.
He described it as representing “Survival and maintaining a balance with social aggression‘. He is a devout Christian and a Catholic.
Sambasa Nzeribe is very tight-lipped about his relationships. He is unmarried and has no children. He has also not released the name of any of his girlfriends.
Awards and nominations
Sambatha Nzeribe has received numerous accolades in his career, including the 2016 Nigeria Entertainment Awards for Best Supporting Actor, the 2017 Africa Magic Audience Choice Awards for Best Actor of the Year, and the 2017 Future Awards for African Performance.
He has been nominated for numerous accolades including the 2017 Africa Movie Academy Awards for Best Actor, the 2017 Nigeria Entertainment Awards for Best Actor, and the 2018 City People Movie Awards for Most Promising Actor of the Year.
net worth
Sambasa Nzeribe is known as one of the best actors in Nigeria’s Nollywood and his net worth is estimated to be $200,000.