Femi Branch
Nigerian actor From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Femi Branchⓘ (born May 14, 1970) is a Nigerian actor, director, producer and politician who contested for deputy governor during the 2023 general election in Ogun state.[1][2][3][4]
Femi Branch | |
|---|---|
| Born | Femi Branch 14 May 1970 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Obafemi Awolowo University |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director, producer |
| Years active | 1991–present |
Early life
Branch was born on May 14, 1970. His parents were teachers in Sagamu, Nigeria.[5] He attended Satellite Town Primary School at Amuwo Odofin before attending the Airforce Secondary School at Ikeja.[6] He later proceeded to Obafemi Awolowo University where, though admitted for Religious Studies, he later obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dramatic Arts.[7]
Career
Branch began his career at Obafemi Awolowo University in 1991, the same year he featured in a yoruba stage play titled Eniyan.[8] He later featured in a movie titled Orisun (meaning: Origin) produced by members of staff of Obafemi Awolowo University but his first appearance on television was in 2003 in an MTN Group television commercial titled "Dance with me".[9] He appeared in the role of Oscar in a soap opera titled Domino.[8] He has since appeared in over a hundred Nigerian films, a few of which he produced and directed.[2] In 2024, Branch starred in Farmer's Bride - a Nigerian period drama.[10]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actor in a Lead Role - English | Nominated | [11] |
References
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