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Meet Segun Arinze, one of Nigeria’s Wealthiest actors

Segun Arinze is best known as Black Arrow, a moniker he earned after appearing in the late filmmaker Chico Ejiro’s classic film “Silent Killer” in 1996.

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For over a decade in his acting career, Segun Arinze has graced our screens with his remarkable character,  But, only a few really know about his background, net worth, and career journey. RNN will be taking a dive into the persona of this Nollywood star.

Who is Segun Arinze?

Segun Arinze popularly known as the “Black arrow” is one of Nigeria’s Wealthiest actors, and a singer, he is the eldest of Lydia Padonu’s seven children, a fashion designer. He is of Badagry, Lagos State, descent. He completed his secondary school at Taba Commercial College in Kaduna State after attending Victory College of Commerce in Ilorin.

Obafemi Awolowo University was where he studied Dramatic Arts. He is best known as Black Arrow, a moniker he earned after appearing in the late filmmaker Chico Ejiro’s classic film “Silent Killer” in 1996. the mother gave birth to Segun Arinze in Anambra state. He began his acting career in Ilorin and has since been in several films produced in Nigeria.

Segun Arinze Bio-Data

The table below provides some brief information about Segun Arinze.

Full Name Segun Padonou Aina
Stage Name Segun Arinze
Date of Birth September 24, 1965
State of Origin Anambra State
Nationality  Nigerian
Education Obafemi Awolowo University
Marital Status Married
Occupation Actor, Singer
Net Worth $4.8 million

Career

Segun began his career as a musician in 1992. Dreams were the title of his debut album. While at Ilorin, he began acting. After appearing in a film with the same title, he earned the moniker “Black Arrow.” He has since appeared in films such as 30 Days, Extra Time, Women in Love, Anini, Darkest Night, Across the Niger, Church Business, To Love a Thief, Fragile Pain, Silent Night, and Family on Fire, Invasion 1897, and An eye for an eye.
Former President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Segun Arinze (AGN). He is currently employed as an actor coach at an international film festival in Africa. He also works as a voice-over artist and an entertainment consultant.

Notable Achievements

  • For his outstanding contributions to the expansion of Nigeria’s movie industry Nollywood, he received the 2016 City People Movie Special Recognition Award.
  • Best of Nollywood Awards 2017
  • Best Supporting Actor –English

Net Worth

Segun Arinze is one of Nollywood’s highest-paid Legends. As of 2022, his net worth is estimated at $4.8 million.

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