Jideofor Kenechukwu Achufusi (born 17 October 1991) known professionally as Swanky JKA is a Nigerian actor and model, He is best known for his portrayal of Nnamdi Okeke in Living in Bondage: Breaking Free, as well as Neo in Trace TV’s campus drama series Crazy, Lovely, Cool. He won the Trailblazer award at the 2020 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards.
Early Life and Career
Swanky JKA was born on 17 October 1991 in Enugu State, Nigeria. Swanky JKA’s real name is Jide Kene Achufusi.
Jide was born into the family of Mr. and Mrs. Achufusi. His family are of Igbo origin.
Originally a model, Achufusi began his acting career by playing supporting roles in Nollywood films Poka Messiah, Black Rose, Pretty Little Thing, Ofu Obi and A Lonely Lane. He made his breakthrough in 2019 by playing the charismatic Nnamdi Okeke in the movie Living in Bondage: Breaking Free, which earned him a Best Actor nomination and a Trailblazer award, both at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards in 2020.
Wife/ Girlfriend
Jide Kene Achufusi is currently single and not in an open relationship for now. Jide Kene Achufusi is also not married.
In 2020, Jidekene posted some pre-wedding photo shoots and most people were excited and congratulated him, the news spread fast like wildfire.
However, later on Jidekene came out to state that he wasn’t married and those were just normal photoshoots.
Some reactions were generated after he revealed that he wasn’t married. Alot of his Instagram followers and fans surprisingly expressed their relief, while some stated that he( Jidekene) and the lady would make a beautiful couple.
Net Worth
Jide Kene Achufusi’s net worth as of 2023 is estimated at around $700, 000 – $1.5 million.
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