Kingsley Abasili
Kingsley Nkemjika Abasili | |
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| Born | Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Academic |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Known for | Resemblance to veteran actor Pete Edochie |
Kingsley Nkemjika Abasili is a Nigerian actor and academic affiliated with Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Anambra State, Nigeria. He is widely noted for his remarkable likeness to veteran actor Pete Edochie. Although both originate from Anambra State, there is no familial connection between them.
Biography
Abasili hails from Igbo-Ukwu in the Aguata local government area of Anambra State, located in Southeastern Nigeria. His place of birth is Makurdi, in Benue State.
Education
He earned a bachelor's degree in Public Administration from Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, followed by a master's degree in International Relations obtained in 2017 from the Department of Political and Administrative Studies within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Port Harcourt.
Career
In 2019, Abasili attracted media spotlight due to his striking resemblance to the veteran actor Pete Edochie, often referred to as his look-alike. That same year marked his entry into the Cinema of Nigeria, where he has performed alongside prominent Nollywood actors such as Gentle Jack and Emmanuel Ehumadu (Labistar). Among his roles, he portrayed a School Principal in the 2019 comedic short Try Me, produced by Mark Angel (comedian) and featuring Dominion Uche.
Filmography
| Date | Title | Genre | Role | Selected cast |
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| 2020 | Throne of Madness | Drama | Ichie Odinaka |
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| 5G Network | Drama | Derrick |
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| Unroyal | Comedy Romance |
Elder in Council | ||
| Behind the Chaplet | Drama | Presido |
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| 2019 | Try Me | YouTube Video Short Comedy |
School Principal |
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| 2020 | Anambra Through a Lens | Talk show | Guest |
Recognition
In 2020, Abasili was honored with an award by Anambra Through a Lens during the Akaraka event. The accolade was presented by Honourable Afam Mbanefo, Commissioner for Youth and Digital Economy, alongside distinguished personalities including the Chief Press Secretary to the Anambra state Governor and Sir James Eze.
Publications
- Glocalization and the Politics of Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria's Covid-19 Era