Nafisat Abdullahi
Nafisat Abdullahi | |
|---|---|
| Born | Nafisat Abdulrahman Abdullahi January 23, 1991 Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, director, filmmaker, entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Known for | Kannywood cinema industry |
Nafisat Abdullahi (full name Nafisat Abdulrahman Abdullahi) is a prominent Nigerian actress, director, and filmmaker associated with the Kannywood cinema industry.
Biography
Born on 23 January 1991 in Jos, Plateau State, Abdullahi is the fourth daughter of Abdulrahman Abdullahi and Zainab Abdullah. Her early education was completed at an Airforce Private School located in Jos, followed by secondary schooling at Government Girls Secondary School Dutse in Abuja. She holds a degree in Thetre Art from the University of Jos and further pursued studies in Photography at the London School of Photography.
Career
Abdullahi launched her acting journey in 2010 at the age of 18 with the movie Sai wata rana, which helped elevate her status alongside well-known actors such as Ali Nuhu, Adam A Zango, and Fati Washa.
In addition to her acting pursuits, she ventured into entrepreneurship by introducing her makeup line, Nafcosmetics, in July 2021.
Controversy
In June 2013, Abdullahi faced suspension by the disciplinary committee of the Arewa Filmmakers Association of Nigeria due to her involvement in organizing an unauthorized event within the Hausa movie industry. The initial two-year ban was revoked in August 2013. Following this, she featured in Aminu Saira’s productions Kalamu Wahid and Ya Daga Allah during 2014.
Ambassador
Abdullahi secured an endorsement arrangement with TPumpy, a real estate firm based in Abuja. Later in 2021, she expanded her brand affiliations by signing a deal with Pepsi.
Filmography
- Kamanni (2022)
- Bana Bakwai (2020)
- Yaki a Soyayya (2018)
- In Love and Ashes (2018 TV Series) as Maryam
- In Search of the King (2018)
- Akasi (2016)
- Akwai Dalili (2016) as Bilikisu
- Dan Marayan Zaki (2012) as Aziza
- Blood and Henna (2012)
- Madubin Dubawa (2012) as Feema
- Sai Wata Rana (2010) as Safina
- Addini ko Al’Ada
- Allo
- Yar Agadez
- Ban Kasheta Ba
- Ya daga Allah
- Ummi
- Baban Sadik
- Dawo Dawo
- Alhaki Kwikwiyo
- Farar Saka
- Cikin Waye?
- Zango
- Gabar Cikin Gida
- Alkawarina
- Har Abada
- Dan Almajiri
- Laifin Dadi
- Alhini
- Badi Ba Rai
- Fataken Dare
- Baiwar Allah
- Lamiraj
- Dare
- Guguwar So
- Haaja
- Jari Hujja
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | City People Entertainment Awards | Best Actress of the Year (Kannywood) | Ya Daga Allah | Template:Won |
| 2014 | City People Entertainment Award | Best Actress of the Year (Kannywood) | Special Awards | Template:Nom |
| 2014 | 1st Kannywood Awards | Best Kannywood Actress (Popular Choice Award) | Dan Marayan Zaki | Template:Won |
| 2014 | Africa Movie Academy Awards | Best Actress of the Year | Dan Marayan Zaki | Template:Won |
| 2015 | City People Entertainment Award | Best Actress of the Year (Kannywood) | Special Awards | Template:Nom |
| 2015 | 2nd Kannywood Awards | Best Kannywood Actress | Special Awards | Template:Won |
| 2016 | City People Entertainment Award | Best Actress of the Year (Kannywood) | Special Awards | Template:Won |
| 2016 | AMMA Awards | Best Actress of the Year | Da'iman | Template:Won |
| 2016 | 3rd Kannywood Awards | Best Kannywood Actress | Baiwar Allah | Template:Won |
External links
- 21st-century actresses from Nigeria
- People originating from Jos
- Actresses in Nigerian cinema
- Nigerian television figures
- Actresses involved in Hausa-language films
- Muslims from Nigeria
- Birth year uncertain
- Alumni of University of Jos
- Nigerian producers in film
- Nigerian directors in film
- Businesswomen from Nigeria
- Female Nigerian film producers
- Female Nigerian film directors
- Born in 1991
- Living people