Ekene Umenwa Biography And NetWorth.

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Ekene Umenwa popularly known as “Mama Imma” is a talented Nollywood Actress and Content creator. Her ex-boyfriend asked her to quit acting, but she broke up with him.

Her Biography And Early Life

Angel Palazzo or Jesus LastBaby, whose real name is Ekenedilichukwu Cynthia Umenwa Angel is a well-known Nigerian actress, content creator, brand influencer, Event planner, baker, model, TV personality and the CEO of Ekyevents confectionary.

Ekene is an Igbo name which means praise in the English language.

This beautiful actress and comedy skit-maker is best known as Mama Ima for the comedy skits she uploads on her YouTube channel.

Ekene Umenwa’s Age

According to many blogs, she was born on 27th August in 1991 in Benin city, Edo state. Ekene is currently 33 years old as at 2024.

Ekene Umenwa’s Origin

This beautiful actress hails from Igbo Ukwu community in Anambra state, South- East Nigeria and is an igbo by tribe. Ekene grew up with her parents and siblings in Benin city, Edo state.

Ekene Umenwa’s Parents

Her father Mr Dozie Umenwa lived in London, England for 9 years before coming back to Nigeria.

He is a businessman who owns many hotels and resorts in Nigeria.
While her mother Mr Lucy Ogoamaka is into trading.

For those who don’t know, Ekene Umenwa was born into a devout Catholic family.

Ekene Umenwa’s Siblings

The names of her siblings are Martins, Kate, Nkem Osunkwo and Somto Umenwa.

Her Sister, Nkem Osunkwo was called to the bar in 2019. She is a married woman with two kids,and is also the CEO of Kayna fruits and more, a fruit company in Benin.

Her younger sister, Somto Umenwa,is a model and brand influencer for ivy beauty skincare,

She is also the CEO of Tees by Sommie, a clothing company that sells biker shorts,T-shirts and leggings.

Ekene Umenwa’s Education

After completing her primary and secondary education in Benin City, Ekene went further to obtain her Bachelor of science degree in Biochemistry from Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki in 2015.

Ekene Umenwa’s Career

Talking about her career, Ekene revealed that she chose acting because God called her into it to entertain his children.

She explained further that she had a vision from God at age 13, and he made it clear to her that she should act in order to save souls.

According to her, she kept seeing herself in a vision with Nollywood stars since then.

She further asked the voice that told her to join Nollywood, about what she heard about actresses sacrificing their bodies for roles, but the voice said she must join.

After this, she began her career in acting in 2011 in the movie titled King after King in which she acted as a maid.
But became well known after her lead role in the movie Black choir.

Unlike other celebrities, Ekene’s parents supported and encouraged  her to stay focused in her pursuit for her passion and dream of becoming an actress.

But her father’s family kicked against it because they saw acting differently.

There is no denying that,Ekene is extremely good in acting.

As a result of this, she is one of the most booked actresses who gets lots of jobs in the industry.

As a result, she has featured in over 100 movies in Nollywood,the Nigerian Movie Industry.

She has acted with other top young and old  stars like,Ngozi Ezeonu,Ebele Okaro,Kenneth Okonkwo, Maureen Solomon, Destiny Etiko,Zubby Micheal,Flash boy, Ken Erics, Nosa Rex,and many others.

Which of her recent movies have you seen and what do you love about her? Please say it in the comment section get a reply.

Apart from acting, Ekene Umenwa also owns a baking,decoration and event planning company names Ekyevent confectionery which also gives her good money.

Ekene Umenwa’s Marriage And Personal Life

In November 2023,Ekene Umenwa married his longtime boyfriend and best friend, Ifeanyi Ogbodo Alex, best known Alex Kleanson.

Her husband, Alex  is a Nollywood producer, Webmaster, Youtuber and real estate investor.

Ekene revealed that she broke up with her ex-boyfriend because he wanted her to quit acting.

Luckily, God favored her with the gift  of a movie producer as husband.

Unlike other celebrities who hide their personal lives from social media users, Ekene Umenwa shares her family and personal life with her friends and fans.

She surprised her husband on his birthday and posted all about it.

Ekene also got new cars for her sister and her mum and didn’t hesitate to post on her page.

Ekene Umenwa’s Children

She doesn’t have any child as at the time of posting this article, but there are rumors about her pregnancy.

Ekene Umenwa’s Net Worth

This actress has an estimated net worth of $200,000. She is one of the richest fast rising actresses in Nollywood.

Ekene Umenwa’s Endorsement Deals

She signed many multi million naira  endorsement deal with top companies like MaryMic Skincare and spa, a skin care brand, Nze Venture home, a real estate company etc.

Ekene Umenwa’s Cars

She has been driving around town with expensive cars like a 6 million naira toyota which she bought for  herself in 2021.

In addition to that, Ekene also bought a new car for her mum on her 50th birthday.

Ekene Umenwa’s Awards

Angel Palazzo had been nominated and has also won a lot of awards for her exceptional performance as an actress.

• She won the 2018 best comedy actress in the AMVCA.
• And was also recognized as the top 100 most influential woman in Nigeria in 2019 by Leading Ladies Africa.

Ekene Umenwa’s Philosophy

Her philosophy is to believe in God, pray and work hard for whatever you want. She also believes in abstaining from sex till one is married.

Ekene Umenwa’s Social Life

Her colleagues and close friends in Nollywood describe her as a kind , caring, jovial, free spirited, and easy going person.

Ekene Umenwa’s Ambition

Her ambition is to use her stardom to the glory of God and win souls for God.

Ekene Umenwa Latest Movies

Her recent movies include;

• Living with the Enemies
• Set Me Free
• Monica And The Copper
• One Day Principal
• Church Business
• Something More Than Gold

and other yet to be released New movies. Which of her recent movies have you seen.

Ekene Umenwa’s Sense Of Fashion

She loves to dress elegantly and stylishly. As a child of God, Ekene does not wear revealing dresses like most of her colleagues in Nollywood.

Ekene Umenwa’s Controversy

It’s difficult to stay away from controversies in Nollywood, but   Ekene Umenwa has been able to stay away from controversy all these years.

However, the way she knelt down and hugged Moses Bliss during her wedding reception, right in front of her husband, generated mixed feelings among internet users.

Some criticized her for doing so, while others supported her for kneeling down for a man of God.

In the midst of this controversy, her loving and caring husband told all her critics to shut up.

After this, another controversy came.
Ekene and her husband joined their heads to pray during his surprise birthday.

This act, sparked another reaction as many people said they were doing too much ever since they got married.

Her Social media Handles

You can connect with Ekene Umenwa on Instagram. Her Instagram handle is Ekene_ Umenwa.
Right now, she already has over one million followers.

You can also become her friend
on Facebook at Ekene Umenwa Mama Imma comedy, the page with over 900 thousand followers

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