Uzor Arukwe (born August 6, 1983) is a Nigerian actor, filmmaker and producer. Known for his work on screen and stage. and across many genres.
Arukwe began her career in Nigeria with the 2014 film Unspoken Truth. In 2022, his breakthrough came with lead roles in Chief Daddy 2: Going for Broke.
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Early life and education
Uzor Arukwe was born on 6 August 1983 in Surulere Lagos State, Nigeria, but he comes from Nkwerre, Imo State in South-eastern Nigeria. Arukwe was raised in a polygamous family, his father had two wives and three kids, Including Arukwe and his brother, Ebuka . He attended the Nigerian Navy Secondary School, Port Harcourt. Arukwe earned a Bachelor of Science in economics from the University of Abia State, while his second academic degree in Master of Business Administration from the University of Calabar.
In an interview by Chude Jideonwo, Arukwe, said his father did not approve of his career choice, and did not accept him being in the movie business. Arukwe explained that his mother was also hesitant about his career decision at first because of his father’s opinions but then agreed.
Career
Arukwe made his Nollywood debut in 2014 in the movie Unspoken Truth but gained recognition for his role in Sergeant Tutu. His role as a private investigator in the 2019 movie, Code Wilo also earned him more recognition. He received 2 nominations for ‘Best Actor in Comedy or Movie’ in the 2020 African Magic Viewers' Choice Award for his roles in Smash and Size 12 respectively and a nomination for 'Best Actor' in the 2021 Best of Nollywood Awards for his role in Yours Regardless.
For his performance in the film Colors of Fire, Arukwe won the Best Actor award at the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA).
Nomination
He was nominated in the 2020 African Magic Viewers' Choice Award (AMVCA) and in the 2021 Best of Nollywood Awards.
For his appearance in the films Size 12 and Smash, he was nominated twice for the 2020 African Magic Viewer's Choice Award for ''Best Actor in Comedy or Movie''.