Aki and Pawpaw are a famous acting duo in Nollywood. Their real names are Chinedu Ikedieze (Aki) and Osita Iheme (Pawpaw). Legit.ng – Nigeria news.+1
Even though many think they are brothers — because of how often they act together and their similar short height — they are not siblings. Their friendship and working relationship began when they started acting together. Legit.ng – Nigeria news.+1
Basic Bio
- Chinedu Ikedieze (“Aki”)
- Born: 12 December 1977 — age 48 (as of 2025) Legit.ng – Nigeria news.
- Hails from Bende, Abia State, Nigeria Legit.ng – Nigeria news.
- Osita Iheme (“Pawpaw”)
- Born: 20 February 1982 — age 43 (as of 2025) Legit.ng – Nigeria news.
- Comes from Mbaitolu, Imo State, Nigeria Legit.ng – Nigeria news.
They are both Nigerians from the Igbo ethnic group. Legit.ng – Nigeria news.+1
Their Rise to Fame
Their breakthrough came in 2002, with the film Aki na Ukwa — in which they played mischievous, childlike characters. That film made them very popular across Nigeria and beyond. Wikipedia+2Wikipedia+2
From then on, they became known for comedic roles, often playing together. Their partnership both on and off screen turned them into one of Nollywood’s most beloved duos. Wikipedia+1
They even started their own production brand, and a foundation for children — giving their work more meaning beyond films. Legit.ng – Nigeria news.+1
What They Do Now
Both Aki and Pawpaw have continued working in movies over two decades. But they have also branched out:
- Chinedu (Aki) has become an entrepreneur. Legit.ng – Nigeria news.+1
- Osita (Pawpaw) works as an actor, film-producer, author and comedian. Legit.ng – Nigeria news.+1
They remain friends and occasionally work together, keeping their duo alive in public memory.
