Uzor Arukwe: The Man Behind The Characters
Uzor Arukwe is a Nigerian Nollywood actor known for his versatility, commanding screen presence and ability to move comfortably between comedy, drama, crime and other genres. Born on August 6, 1983, in Lagos, Nigeria, Uzor hails from Nkwerre, Imo State, in southeastern Nigeria. Uzor grew up in Lagos and attended the Nigerian Navy Secondary School in Port Harcourt, an experience that contributed to the discipline he later brought into his professional life. He subsequently studied Economics at Abia State University and went on to earn a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Calabar.
Interestingly, acting was not initially his full-time profession. Before committing completely to Nollywood, Uzor spent about 10 years working in the corporate sector, includi...