Kingsley Nkemjika Abasili // ⓘ (born June 30, 1984[1]) is a Nigerian actor and lecturer at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State, Nigeria.[2] He is known for his striking resemblance to veteran actor Pete Edochie.[3] Both actors are from Anambra State but they are not related.[4]
Kingsley Abasili | |
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| Born | Kingsley Nkemjika Abasili 30 June 1984 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | University of Port Harcourt Ebonyi State University |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2019-Present |
| Known for | Resemblance to Pete Edochie |
| Awards | Anambra through a lens recognition award |
Biography edit
Abasili is from Igbo-Ukwu, a town in Aguata local government area of Anambra State in the Southeastern region of Nigeria.[5] He was born in Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria.[5]
Education edit
He has a bachelor's degree in Public Administration, from Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki.[5] On March 25, 2017, he convocated alongside other postgraduate students in the department of Political and Administrative Studies - International Relations (master's degree), faculty of Social Sciences, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State.[6]
Career edit
In 2019, Abasili attracted media attention for his resemblance to the veteran actor Pete Edochie. Abasili looks like the younger version of Edochie and has been called his doppelganger.[4]
Subsequently, Abasili joined the Nigeria film industry in the same year and has since featured alongside Nollywood actors such as Gentle Jack and Emmanuel Ehumadu, known as Labistar.[3] In 2019, he featured in Try Me as School Principal in Mark Angel's short comedy skit alongside Dominion Uche and others.[7]
Filmography edit
| Date | Title | Genre | Role | Selected cast | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Throne of Madness | Drama | Ichie Odinaka |
|
[8] |
| 5G Network | Drama | Derrick |
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[9] | |
| Unroyal | Comedy Romance |
Elder in Council | [10] | ||
| Behind the Chaplet | Drama | Presido |
|
[11] | |
| 2019 | Try Me | YouTube Video Short Comedy |
School Principal |
|
[7] |
| 2020 | Anambra Through a Lens | Talk show | Guest | [12] |
Recognition edit
Abasili was invited to the Akaraka event as a guest and was honored with a recognition award by Anambra Through a Lens in 2020 alongside other recipients, including Chief Press Secretary to Anambra state Governor and Sir James Eze.[13] Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Digital Economy, Hon. Afam Mbanefo presented the award to the recipients.[1][14][15]
Publications edit
- Glocalization and the Politics of Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria's Covid-19 Era[16]
References edit
- ^ a b "Nollywood Actor, Kingsley Abasili is plus one today". 2020-06-30. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ "Kingsley Abasili". scholar.google.com. Retrieved 2023-04-14.
- ^ a b "Pete Edochie's Look-alike Joins Nollywood | Nigeria Newspaper - Latest Nigeria News paper". www.nigerianewspaper.com.ng. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ a b Durojaiye, Seun (2019-01-03). "Actor Pete Edochie's lookalike spotted in Port Harcourt". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ a b c "Nollywood Actor Kingsley Abasili to attend Anambra Through a lens". 2019-12-28. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
- ^ "31st Convocation ceremony- Award of degrees and prices" (PDF). University of Port Harcourt: 384. 2017-03-05.
- ^ a b Try Me: Mark Angel Comedy Episode 229 (Short 2019) - IMDb, retrieved 2021-11-25
- ^ Throne of Madness (2020) - IMDb, retrieved 2021-11-25
- ^ Olisemeka, Val Sunny; Moses, Wisdom (2020-12-21), 5G Network (Drama), retrieved 2021-11-27
- ^ Unroyal (2020) - IMDb, retrieved 2021-11-25
- ^ Behind the Chaplet (2020) - IMDb, retrieved 2021-11-26
- ^ Straight Talk with Benneth (TV Series 2020– ) - IMDb, retrieved 2021-11-25
- ^ Okafor, Izunna (2020-02-11). "Akaraka Photo Exhibition Showcases Anambra's Beauty And Scenic Sites". P.M.EXPRESS. Retrieved 2021-11-27.
- ^ Uwandu, Elizabeth (2020-01-29). "Akaraka sets to promote cultural heritage, tourism via exhibition of over 100 images of Anambra City". Vanguard (Nigeria) News. Retrieved 2021-11-27.
- ^ Okafor, Izunna. "Akaraka Exhibition Showcases Anambra's Beauty Through Photos". Nigerian Voice. Retrieved 2021-11-27.
- ^ Chioke, Stephen Chinedu; Umeokafor, Chibuike Chris; Abasili, Nkemjika Kingsley (2021). "Glocalization and the Politics of Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria's COVID-19 Era". International Journal of Public Administration and Management Research. 7 (3): 22–30. ISSN 2350-2231.
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