by Anike Jacobs
A list of the most influential Igbo personalities has surfaced online and many of our Nigerian celebrities made it there.
The list is contained in a book titled ‘Most Influential Igbo Personalities’ – otherwise known as MIIP.
Showbiz critic and publisher of Day-Light online newspaper, Azuh Amatus who supervised the list, said “The Igbo region is currently referred to as the entertainment capital of Nigeria. However, the success recorded in the Nigerian entertainment industry today was highly contributed by Igbo citizens; the industry wouldn’t have been complete without their immense contributions, giant strides and commitment. This is one of the reasons this book should be commended.
In all spheres of human endeavours, they have touched the nation and those of them in the entertainment industry should be lauded and appreciated, therefore I strongly believe that this book represents what they have done and will continue to do for Igbo tribe and Nigeria in general,” he noted.
Some of the celebrities that made it to the list include Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji, music stars, Psquare, Don Jazzy and Phyno, Nkem Owoh, KCee, Flavour, Jim Iyke, Okey Bakassi, Naeto C, D’Prince, Patience Ozokwor, Charles Awurum, John Okafor, Stephanie Okereke-Idahosa, Rita Dominic, Chinedu Ikedieze, Osita Iheme, Saint Obi, Frank Edwards, J Martins, Basketmouth, Uche Ogbuagu, Ugo Stevenson, Amayo Uzo Philips, Crystal Jane Cosmas (CJ Mama), and Andy Ike.
