5 Nigerian celebs who ventured into politics

Many celebrities have left the industry to pursue careers in politics. Weekend Magazine takes a look at a few who have proven themselves to be politically ambitious. Yul Edochie A celebrity running for governor is Yul Edochie, son of veteran actor Pete Edochie. He expressed ambition to contest in Anambra State after the ‘Not Too […]

5 Nigerian celebs who ventured into politics

5 Nigerian celebs who ventured into politics

Many celebrities have left the industry to pursue careers in politics. Weekend Magazine takes a look at a few who have proven themselves to be politically ambitious.

Yul Edochie

A celebrity running for governor is Yul Edochie, son of veteran actor Pete Edochie. He expressed ambition to contest in Anambra State after the ‘Not Too Young To Run’ bill was passed earlier this year. He will be running under the umbrella of the Democratic People’s Congress (DPC).

Kenneth Okonkwo

Kenneth Okonkwo recently declared intention to run for the office of the governor in Enugu State under the platform of the All Progressive’s Congress (APC) with the immediate past governor, Sullivan Chime endorsing him.

Kenneth Okonkwo

Kenneth Okonkwo recently declared intention to run for the office of the governor in Enugu State under the platform of the All Progressive’s Congress (APC) with the immediate past governor, Sullivan Chime endorsing him.

Kate Henshaw

Kate Henshaw is one of the most recognized people in Nollywood. In 2015, the actress vied for a seat in Cross River State under Calabar/Odukpani as a candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). She lost in the primaries and has stated that she won’t be running this time around.

Kanayo O. Kanayo

Veteran actor, Kanayo O Kanayo also chose to step out of his shell and join the political race in 2019 after losing back in 2011. He is now returning to the scene and contesting to represent Ahiazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise federal constituency at the Imo State House of Assembly under the All Progressives Grand Alliance(APGA).