Patience Ozokwor, also known as Mama G, is a Nigerian musician, actress and politician who has made a name for herself in both Nollywood and the Nigerian music industry.
Early Life and Education
Ozokwor was born on March 25, 1958, in the village of Amaobo, Ngwo in Enugu State, Nigeria. She grew up in a strict Christian family and was raised by her father, Chief Dennis Ogbonna.
She started her education at Abimbola Gibson Memorial School in Lagos before proceeding to Women’s Training College in Aba. Patience continued her education at Teachers Training College in Mgbidi, where she obtained her teaching degree in 1976.
Career In Music and Acting
Ozokwor started her career in the entertainment industry as a radio presenter at the then Anambra State Broadcasting Service in the late 1970s.
She later moved into acting and starred in a number of Nollywood movies, often portraying the role of a wicked mother-in-law. Some of her popular movies include “Authority,” “Mother of The Bride,” “Chain Reaction,” “Unnecessary Risk,” “Arusi-Iyi,” and “Bitter Encounter.”
Aside from acting, Patience Ozokwor is also a well-known musician. She has released a number of popular gospel albums, including “Onye Ga Ga Eji Eje Mba” and “Mother in-law.” She is known for her unique style of music that combines Afrobeat, highlife, and traditional Igbo folk music.
Discography
Patience Ozokwor has released several albums in her music career. Her discography includes the following:
Album Title | Release Year |
---|---|
Onye Ga Ga Eji Eje Mba | 2003 |
Mother-in-law | 2005 |
Ada Igo | 2008 |
Omale Nna Ya | 2012 |
Her music is available on several streaming platforms, including Boomplay.
Personal Life and Net Worth
Patience Ozokwor is married with children and is a devout Christian. She has won several awards for her contribution to the Nigerian entertainment industry, including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the City People Movie Awards in 2013.
As of 2024, her net worth is estimated to be around:
- $450,000 in USD
- ₦172,500,000 in NGN
- $590,000 CAD in Canadian dollars
- GH₵ 2,606,419 in Ghana cedi
- KSh 48,534,000 in Kenya shilling
- R10,788,584 in South African rand
- UGX 1,624,500,000 in Uganda shilling
- ₹34,176,375 in Indian rupee
Patience Ozokwor lives in a beautiful mansion in Enugu State, Nigeria, and also owns several luxury cars.
Social Media Accounts
You can connect with Patience Ozokwor on her Twitter and Instagram accounts to keep up with her latest projects and activities.
Final Thoughts
Patience Ozokwor is a talented Nigerian musician, actress, and politician who has made significant contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry. Her unique style of music and acting has endeared to her to fans all over the world.