10th November, 2023
By Victoria Oluwayemi
In the dynamic world of Nollywood, where talent lights on stardom, Instagram has become the ultimate platform for stars to connect with their fans.
Let’s look into the top 10 most followed Nollywood actors on Instagram, where the battle for followers is as intense as any blockbuster movie.
1. Funke Akindele-Bello (@funkejenifaakindele) Followers: 16 million
Leading the pack is Funke Akindele-Bello, aka Jenifa, with a staggering 16 million followers. Renowned for her philanthropy and iconic comedic character, Funke is a force to be reckoned with in Nollywood. Her numerous AMVCA nominations and wins, along with her political ventures, make her a true superstar.
2. Mercy Johnson-Okojie (@realmercyaigbe) Followers: 13.9 million
In the second spot, we have the ever-charming Mercy Johnson-Okojie, hailing from Kogi state, with 13.9 million Instagram followers. Her captivating performances in traditional Igbo home videos have won her a massive fan base.
3. Ini Edo (@iniedo) Followers: 13.8 million
Taking the third position is the prolific Ini Edo, boasting 13.8 million followers. With a film career spanning over two decades and her role as a UN Habitat Youth Envoy, Ini Edo is a true Nollywood icon.
4. Regina Daniels (@regina.daniels) Followers: 13.8 million
Joining Ini Edo in third place is the young and multi-talented Regina Daniels, a mother and actress with an impressive 13.8 million followers. Her youthful appeal resonates strongly with her fans.
5. Mercy Aigbe (@realmercyaigbe) Followers: 11.4 million
Yoruba actress and serial entrepreneur, Mercy Aigbe, commands the fifth position with 11.4 million followers on her verified Instagram page. Her versatile career and business ventures have endeared her to a wide audience.
6. Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi (@toyin_abraham) Followers: 9 million
Sixth on the list is the talented Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi, known for her Netflix movie ‘Ijakumo,’ who enjoys a dedicated following of 9 million fans.
7. Genevieve Nnaji (@genevievennaji) Followers: 8.4 million
In the seventh spot, we have Genevieve Nnaji, the celebrated Nigerian actress whose first Netflix original earned an Oscar nomination. At 8.4 million followers, she remains a timeless icon.
8. Tonto Dikeh (@tontolet) Followers: 7.6 million
Making her mark at eighth place is Tonto Charity Dikeh, a humanitarian and actress hailing from Rivers state, with 7.6 million followers. She is the founder of “The Tonto Dikeh Foundation,” dedicated to making a positive impact.
9. Rita Dominic (@ritadominic) Followers: 7.4 million
Elegant at number nine is Rita Dominic, a 48-year-old actress from Imo state, who captivates with her timeless beauty and talent, earning her 7.4 million followers.
10. Chioma Akpotha (@chiomakpotha) Followers: 6.9 million
Wrapping up our top 10 is Chioma Akpotha, a versatile actress, director, and movie producer, whose numerous brand endorsements add to her fame and influence.