Michael Uba
Michael Uba | |
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| Born | |
| Other names | Ogbolor |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Occupation(s) | actor, comedian, Master of ceremonies and radio personality |
| Notable work | Jenifa's Diary as James |
Michael Uba, popularly known as Ogbolor, is a Nigerian actor, comedian, Master of ceremonies and radio personality. He is known for his role as James in the Nigerian TV series Jenifa’s Diary, created by Funke Akindele.[1][2][3]
Early life and career
[edit]Michael is from Ogwashi-Uku in Delta State, Nigeria. His career began in the entertainment industry as a dancer. But he later shifted his focus to acting and comedy.[4][5] His breakthrough role came with Jenifa's Diary, where he played James.[6] He has played roles in several Nollywood films including Hell Ride (2022), Just Us Girls (2023), Tuesday the 14th (2021).[7][8] Besides acting, Michael is known for his work as a comedian and an on-air personality for Wazobia FM.[9][10][11]
References
[edit]- ^ "I Regret Wasting Time Pursuing Dance As A Profession — Actor, Michael Uba – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 18 May 2024. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ "OAP Ogbolor is a Dapper Birthday Boy in these Photos". BellaNaija. 12 August 2019. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ Egodo-Michael, Oghenovo (23 October 2022). "I don't get intoxicated to be creative – Actor". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ "I Regret Wasting Time Pursuing Dance As A Profession — Actor, Michael Uba – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 18 May 2024. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ Enenaite, Blessing (30 July 2023). "Ogbolor asks comedians to stop insulting fans". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ Enenaite, Blessing (16 January 2022). "I studied men who act like women to portray 'James' in Jenifa's Diary– Ogbolor". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ "Uche Odoh's Directorial Debut Feature 'Hell Ride' to Screen at AFRIFF". BHM. 1 November 2022. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ Oguntayo, Femi (18 August 2022). ""I've been rejected severally because I play effeminate roles": Michael Uba". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ "Celebrities Storm Wazobia FM Carnival Day 2 - OloriSuperGal". OloriSuperGal. 13 February 2017. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ Oyetoro, Daniel (25 February 2016). "Wazobia FM OAP, Ogbolor Proposes To Girlfriend". YabaLeftOnline. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
- ^ Oladimeji (16 August 2017). "James From Jenifa's Diary Celebrates His Birthday With Cute Photos". 36ng. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
External links
[edit]Michael Uba at IMDb
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