Nollywood has seen the rise of many talented young actresses who have captured audiences with their impressive performances. From drama to comedy, these teen stars have built a strong presence in the Nigerian film industry, some starting as child actors and growing into more pronounced roles. While their careers are in the spotlight, details about their personal lives, relationships and finances often remain private. Here’s a look at some of Nollywood’s rising teen actresses and what we know about them.
1. Angel Unigwe
Born on the 27th of June, 2005, Angel Unigwe has been active in the industry from a very young age. She is currently 19 years old. She is from Imo State in the Southeastern part of Nigeria and has featured in many Nollywood movies. Both on YouTube and Netflix.
Last year, she was part of the cast that brought Enioluwa’s All Of Us the movie to life – a limited series on YouTube that featured a lot of social media influencers and A-list actors. As at the time of this article, Angel is set to launch another movie she featured in titled “20 Days to Valentine”.
She is one of the few teen actresses that have their works on the streaming giant – Netflix. The 19-year-old actress was rumoured to be in a relationship with Eronini Osinachi. But it is what it is – a rumour.
The young actress gives a lot to her craft and is worth every penny on her head. She is said to have a net worth of $85,000. Other details about her personal life are not public.
2. Mercy Kenneth
Mercy Kenneth is one of the “happening” teen actresses. The ones fans think want to be adults too quickly and need to relax on that.
The young actress celebrated one of her birthdays in a club, starred in a movie with Zubby Micheal where both actors shared a kiss. This has made tongues to wag and assume she and Hubby Micheal are a thing. The beautiful young lady is from Imo State and is believed to have a net worth of $80,000.
3. Treasure Uchechi
Treasure Uchechi Okonkwo has been tagged to be the most respectful, and well-behaved teen actress. She is largely seen in roles that depict such qualities and off the camera, she is said to exhibit the same character.
Born on 12th October 2009 in Owerri, which means she is currently 15 years old, Treasure has made a name for herself in the industry.
With a YouTube channel called Ada Kirikiri TV of over 1 million subscribers, she is on a path towards greatness. She’s also a film producer and a gospel musician.
With all her works from film production, acting and the massive subscription rate on her YouTube channel, her net worth places at over $200,000.
4. Adaeze Onuigbo
Born on the 2nd of September 2008, Adaeze has featured in a plethora of Nollywood movies. She is currently 16 years old from Anambra State but lives in Asaba.
Her mother, Oby Onuigbo has supported her career as an actress from the onset and gave her the wings to fly. She’s also a dancer and boasts of over a million followers on TikTok and a thousand subscribers on YouTube.
Adaeze is adored by many fans and actors because of the level of emotions and articulation she puts in her work ensuring that she delivers.
She is currently an undergraduate student. There’s is nothing to be said about her relationship status. Her net worth is viewed on $85,000.
5. Annabel Apara
The 19-year-old actress was discovered by Ruth Kadiri. She often refers to Ruth Kadiri as “mom” and their bond can be seen all over social media.
She is a model, content creator, brand influencer and writer. She was born on the 9th of December 2005 in Lagos. She is currently 19 years old.
She came into the spotlight in 2024, and she currently featured in the cinema block buster “One Night Guest” released in December 2024.
Her boyfriend is rumoured to be Ezike Kelzy but they seem to just be co-actors/friends. Her net worth is at $40,000.
6. Chisom Oguike
Chisom Oguike is the first of the Oguike sisters who came into the spotlight with the Soulmate Studios series, My Kids and I. She and her sisters featured in the movie together with the A-list actor, Bolanle Ninalowo.
Chisom was born on the 21st of January 2008. She is currently 17 years old. She and her sisters are mulattos – a Pakistani mother and a Nigerian father from Anambra State.
She featured in the cinema block buster “Afamefuna: An Nwa Boi Story” released in 2023 and directed by Kayode Kasum. Chisom played the role of little Amaka in the movie.
There’s been no notice of Chisom in any relationship. Other personal details about Chisom’s life are not made public but her net worth is charged at $40,000.
7. Chidinma Oguike
Chidinma Oguike is the second of the Oguike sisters. She is often mistaken to be the first because of her physique but she is the second. She was born on the 17th of August.
She is also a breakout star from the YouTube series, My Kids and I. Whilst her elder sister takes on more energetic and aggressive roles, Chidinma poses as a meek and calm personality but delivers on those roles effectively. There is no news about a boyfriend on her part.
8. Chinenye Oguike
She is the last girl of the Oguike sisters but not the last born. The Oguike sisters have a brother who is the last child. Born on 11th November 2011, she is currently 13 years old.
Chinenye is also a breakout star from My Kids and I, the series. The 14-year-old has featured in a couple of other Nollywood movies, thereby strengthening her authority as a revered teen actress.
9. Pearl Shim
Pearl Shim came into the spotlight with the popular YouTube movie, Little Daniella and its sequel. She was born on 27th May, 2008 in Warri to a South Korean mom and a Nigerian dad. She is currently 16 years old.
The young actress disappeared from acting for a while when her mother died and came back in 2024 on an Uchenna Mbunabo movie. Information regarding her personal relationships, net worth, and private life remains undisclosed.
10. Emmanuella Samuel
Emmanuella, born on July 22nd, 2010, is a Nigerian comedian actress who gained fame through her appearances in Mark Angel comedy skits. She was discovered by Mark Angel at age 7 and her popularity spiralled.
As of February 2025, Emmanuella is 14 years old. She boasts of over 6 million followers on TikTok. Her net worth is charged at $300,000. Other details about her personal life are not publicly available.
11. Jasmine Rajinder
Born on the 14th of January 2006 in Asaba, which means she is currently 19 years old, Jasmine Rajinder is also a dancer and model. She was born to an Indian father and a Nigerian mother.
She is also a beauty queen. She won Little Miss Gorgeous Nigeria, 2021. She has starred in quite a number of movies. Specific information about her personal life, net worth and private aspects are not publicly disclosed.
12. Manser Michelle
Manser Michelle was born on 3rd May 2006. She is currently 18 years old. She has appeared in a couple of projects including MTV Shuga. She was at some point the face of MTN Pulse ad.
She is also a model and has walked the runway. Details regarding her relationship, net worth and private life are not available.
13. Sarah James
Sarah James is a child actor and a fresh face that has suddenly taken the industry by storm especially after featuring in the YouTube movie, Clash of Twins.
She was a protagonist in the film, together with Oluebube Obi. Sarah and Oluebube have been taken to be the new Aki and Pawpaw of Nollywood because both of them share the same height and take up mischievous roles in movies. Information regarding Sarah’s age, and personal life are not readily available.
14. Shekinah Glory
Born on the 26th of August 2012, Shekinah Glory has featured in several Nollywood films as a young actress and with high-profile actors.
She is also a dancer and a brand influencer. Glory is currently a brand ambassador for Laterra. Her age, net worth and relationship status is not known.
