Femi Branch
Femi Branch | |
|---|---|
| Born | 14 May 1970 |
| Alma mater | Obafemi Awolowo University |
| Occupations | Actor, director, producer |
| Years active | 1991–present |
Femi Branch (ⓘ; born 14 May 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]
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]
Filmography
- A Place In The Stars (2014) as Young Pa Dakim
- Out of Luck (2015)
- New Money (2018)
- Love is War (2019) as Chudi
- Honey Money (2023)
- Red Circle (2025)
- Owambe Thieves (2025) as Oga Bling Bling
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] |
| 2025 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Lead Actor | Nominated | [12] |
References
- ^ "TOP ACTOR FEMI BRANCH OPENS UP ON N4M DEBT SCANDAL". nigeriafilms.com. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ a b "Nollywood Actor, Femi Branch Play Host @ Miss Insurance Grand Finale -- article". dailytimes.com.ng. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ Okporu, Rachel (25 September 2021). "Actor Femi Branch reacts to Bobrisky and Mompha's dating allegation". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 12 March 2022.
- ^ "Yaw, Timi Dakolo, 9ice, others x-ray Nigeria with stage play, Po". The Punch. 19 June 2022. Retrieved 17 July 2022.
- ^ Tolu. "Nollywood Actor, Femi Branch, Battles Serious Spiritual Problem…". INFORMATION NIGERIA. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ "Femi Branch: How Acting Affects Family Life, Articles - THISDAY LIVE". This Day. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ "I have a ministry, but Im not a pastor -Femi Branch". modernghana.com. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ a b "A Bookjam Treat for Abuja Literati, Articles - THISDAY LIVE". This Day. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ "PLAYING THE BAD BOY IN MOVIES IS CHALLENGING,-- FEMI BRANCH". nigeriafilms.com. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (27 September 2024). "Mercy Aigbe, Tobi Bakre, Gbubemi Ejeye & More Bring Traditional Elegance to "Farmer's Bride" Premiere | See the Looks". BellaNaija. Retrieved 1 October 2024.
- ^ Augoye, Jayne (10 December 2018). "BON Awards 2018: Tope Oshin, Tana Adelana win big". Premium Times. Retrieved 9 October 2021.
- ^ Udugba, Anthony (23 March 2025). "Here is the full list of 2025 AMVCA nominees". Businessday NG. Retrieved 15 May 2025.