Osita Iheme is a famous Nigeria actor popularly known as Paw-paw. The minor but gigantic character who hails from Mbaitoli, Imo State (Nigeria) was born on the 24th of August 1982,
After completing his primary and secondary schools in Abia State (Nigeria), Iheme enrolled in the Enugu State University were he studied Mass Communication.
Osita Iheme built a great acting career by playing comedy and drama roles and has often been described as one of the best actors of his generation.
In less than a decade he has gone on to become one of the most in-demand actors in Nollywood.
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Osita Iheme rose to fame in 2003 when he played the role of Pawpaw with Chinedu Ikedieze in the comedy film Aki na Ukwa.
Like his movie partner Chinedu Ikedieze, Osita has a small physique which gave him the advantage of being different and unique from all other actors in the Nigerian movie industry. The role of the mischievous child in this movie brought him enormous fame.
He continued to play the roles of a child in several films which made him a famous comedian actor.
Since playing Pawpaw, Osita has evolved in his career from just a comedic actor to a multifaceted established actor who plays more mature and dramatic roles.
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Osita Iheme is the founder of Inspired Movement Africa which he founded to inspire, motivate and stimulate the minds of young Nigerians and Africans.
In 2007, Osita Iheme received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the African Movie Academy Awards. In 2011, he was honored as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR).
He is the New Generation Ambassador for Rotary International District 9110 and the Author of an inspirational book titled INSPIRED 101.
Together with Chinedu Ikedieze, Osita Iheme launched a movie production company called APEN (Akin & Pawpaw Entertainment Nigeria) in 2012 which is a platform for upcoming Nollywood stars.
Osita has featured in over 200 films since he debuted as an actor. He has amazed audiences and critics being a multi-talented actor who can play both dramatic and comedic roles.
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In 2007 Osita received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the African Movie Academy Awards. He is considered to be one of Nigeria’s most famous actors. In 2011, he was honored as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR).
Osita Iheme has featured in numerous movies such as Mirror Boy (2010), Markus D Millionare (2008), Stubborn Flies (2007), Boys from Holland (2006), Brain Box (2006), Criminal Law (2006), Royal Messengers (2006), Final World Cup (2005), I Think Twice (2005), Village Boys (2005), Daddy Must Obey (2004), Aka Gum (2002), Nwa Teacher (2003), Among Others.
Osita Iheme has been nominated for many awards, he is also a recipient of many awards.
Osita Iheme’s net worth has grown significantly in 2019. His net worth is estimated to be in the range of approximately $3.5 million.
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