Mike Godson | |
|---|---|
| Born | Michael Godson Ifeanyichukwu October 10, 1985 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Education | Theater and Film Arts, University of Jos. |
| Alma mater | University of Jos |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Notable work | 7 Books of Moses |
| Website | www |
Michael Godson Ifeanyichukwu, better known as Mike Godson (born October 10, 1985) is a Nigerian actor and businessman. He was born in Kano State, Nigeria but hails from Imo State.
Early life and education
Godson studied at the University of Jos, Plateau State and holds a bachelor's degree in theater and film arts.[1]
Career
Mike Godson began acting in 2009 and has since become known for interpreting love roles in Nollywood. Godson has appeared in over 100 films. He has featured alongside actors such as Pete Edochie, Clem Ohameze, Kenneth Okonkwo, Van Vicker and John Dumelo. He got to the attention in 2015 after he did the movie titled 7 Books of Moses.[2] In 2018 Godson signed a deal with a Bollywood production team linked to Zee World.[3] Godson also runs an agro processing and commodity trading company.[4] Although his acting career does provide him his basic needs, Godson has repeatedly suggested that it might not be able to grant him financial security.[5][6] He was appointed youth ambassador by the Independent National Electoral Commission in 2015.[7]
Controversy
In April 2020 Godson was criticized for ridiculing poor Nigerians during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns.[8]
Filmography
- Secret Of Riches[9]
- Sincerely Mine
- Kingdom of Darkness
- 7 Book Of Moses
- Wave of Madness
- The Prince and the Slave
- Sword of Vengeance
- My Mother's Wish
- Ultimate Sacrifice
- Unending Love
- Amaka Ntu
- Caught in the Act
- The Real Deal
- Amarachi
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actor in a Lead Role - English | Nominated | [10] |
References
- ↑ "Is he the most handsome Nollywood so far?". News in Nigeria. 22 May 2014. Archived from the original on 3 September 2014. Retrieved 2015-03-01.
- ↑ "NOLLYWOOD ACTOR MICHEAL GODSON SHOT DEAD ON MOVIE SET? [PHOTO]". Talk Of Naija. 12 August 2015. Archived from the original on 3 January 2015. Retrieved 2015-03-01.
- ↑ "Nollywood Actor, Mike Godson Signs New Deal with Bollywood". Modern Ghana. 2018-11-07.
- ↑ "Actor, Mike Godson Ventures in Agriculture, Begins Export to Cote D'Ivoire". The Nigerian Voice. 2018-02-18.
- ↑ "In Nigeria, Acting Provides for Basic Needs, Not Financial Security". THISDAYLIVE. 2020-06-13. Retrieved 2021-12-31.
- ↑ https://punchng.com/its-hard-surviving-on-acting-alone-mike-godson/
- ↑ "INEC Youth Ambassadors". INEC Nigeria.
- ↑ "COVID-19 palliatives: Nollywood actor, Mike Godson under fire - P.M. News".
- ↑ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4653065/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
- ↑ Augoye, Jayne (2018-12-10). "BON Awards 2018: Tope Oshin, Tana Adelana win big". Retrieved 2021-10-09.