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Ibrahim Chatta

Ibrahim Chatta ⓘ (born 14 October 1970) is a Nigerian actor, producer, and director.[1][2]

Ibrahim Chatta
Born (1970-10-13) 13 October 1970 (age 55)
Bacita
CitizenshipNigeria
OccupationActor

Early life and career

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Chatta was born in Bacita, Edu Local Government Area, Kwara State, Nigeria. He grew up in a large family with 14 siblings. His mother, originally from Modakeke in Osun State, dying after a prolonged battle with diabetes. His father is also deceased.[3] Before becoming an actor, Chatta worked as a bus driver to support himself and his family. He began his career in theatre, where he developed his acting skills, before transitioning to film. His breakthrough in Nollywood came with his role in the film Aiyekooto, produced by Sharafadeen Olabode and directed by Adebayo Tijani.[4][5]

Filmography

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  • Atini O’go (2006)
  • Mafi wonmi (2008)
  • Olo (2008)
  • Mafi sere (2009)
  • Orere laye (2009)
  • Ebere Adigun (2010)
  • Aiyekooto (2012)
  • Ifa Iwa (2013)
  • Olokiki Oru: The Midnight Sensation (2019)
  • Omoyagba (2020)
  • Alabe[6]
  • King of Thieves (2022)
  • Òsòròngà (2023)
  • Jagun Jagun (2023)[7]
  • Lisabi: The Uprising (2024)[8]

Awards and nominations

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References

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  1. ↑ Fasan, Yewande (2024-12-08). "I'm one of the highest-paid Yoruba-speaking actors in Nigeria - Ibrahim Chatta". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
  2. ↑ Ayodele, Racheal (2025-01-22). "'Davido is richer than his billionaire father' - Actor, Ibrahim Chatta claims". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
  3. ↑ Wamangu, Peris (2022-11-16). "Ibrahim Chatta's biography: age, family, net worth, movies - Legit.ng". Legit.ng. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
  4. ↑ Ayodele, Racheal (2024-12-06). "'I was bus conductor for 8 years' - Ibrahim Chatta". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
  5. ↑ Rapheal (2024-08-10). "I never finished secondary school, but I'm one of the highest paid Yoruba actors –Ibrahim Chatta". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
  6. ↑ Reporter, Our (2020-07-25). "Hannah Olayinka features Ibrahim Chatta, Mercy Aigbe, Damola Olatunji, others in new movie 'Alabe'". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
  7. ↑ Nigeria, Guardian (2023-07-26). "Femi Adebayo Hails Fellow Actors For Their Role In Jagun-Jagun". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
  8. ↑ Bada, Gbenga (2024-08-23). "Lisabi: The Uprising set to make Netflix debut next month". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. Archived from the original on 2024-11-15. Retrieved 2026-06-09.
  9. ↑ People, City (2019-10-18). "IBRAHIM CHATTA EMERGES CITY PEOPLE BEST ACTOR OF THE YEAR (YORUBA)". City People Magazine. Retrieved 2025-02-05.
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