Sam Loco Efe Biography, Education, Career, Controversies, And Death

Sam Loco Efe, born Sam Loco Efeeimwonkiyeke on December 25, 1945, in Enugu, Nigeria, was a Nigerian actor, producer, and director.

Sam Loco Efe Profile

Name	Sam Loco Efe
Real Name	Sam Loco Efeeimwonkiyeke
Date of Birth	25 December 1945
Date of Death	7 August 2011 (66 years)
State of Origin	Enugu State
Tribe	Igbo
Nationality	Nigerian
Occupation	Actor, Producer, and Director
Religion	Christianity
Marital Status	Married
Net Worth	$400,000
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Educational Background

Sam Loco Efe spent a considerable part of his childhood in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. He obtained an elementary education while helping his mother in her trade to earn income for the family. He later attended various secondary schools and was active in drama societies. After secondary school, he was a member of a traveling theatre group.

Career

Sam Loco Efe started his acting career in the early 1970s, initially getting involved in theater groups during his school days. His first experience with acting was in elementary school when he participated in a play called “The Doctor In Spite of Himself.” He showed promise as an actor and was noted as the best actor in a drama competition, earning him a scholarship to complete elementary school.

During the Nigerian Civil War, Sam Loco Efe fought on the Biafra side before returning to Benin in 1968. He then established the Ovonranwen Theatre Group and produced their debut production, “Obaiwape.” However, he found acting earnings to be insufficient, leading him to explore opportunities in Lagos.

In Lagos, Sam Loco Efe initially worked for companies like Michelin Tyres and Dunlop Tyres, but his passion for acting eventually led him to pursue a full-time career in theater. He auditioned for various roles and gained prominence in productions like “Langbodo” by Dapo Adelugba, presented during Festac.

Throughout his career, Sam Loco Efe appeared in numerous Nollywood films and television series, earning a reputation for his versatile acting abilities. He portrayed a wide range of characters and became known for his comedic timing and memorable performances. Some of his notable roles include appearances in “Fortunes,” “Blood Sisters,” and “Oghenekome (Broken).”

In addition to acting, Sam Loco Efe was involved in film production and direction. He contributed to the Nigerian film industry’s growth and success, leaving a lasting legacy as one of its pioneering figures.

Sam Loco Efe’s career spanned over four decades, from 1977 until his untimely death in 2011. Despite his passing, his contributions to Nigerian cinema continue to be celebrated, and he remains a beloved figure in the industry.

Controversies

There are no significant controversies reported about Sam Loco Efe.

Personal Life

Sam Loco Efe was the son of Arase Efeimwonkiyeke, a warder. His father was of Benin ancestry, and his mother was a petty trader. He lost his father when he was in elementary school and spent more than the normal years to obtain an education while supporting his family. He was married and had children.

Sam Loco Efe Net Worth

Sam Loco Efe was estimated to be worth around $400,000 during his lifetime.

Death

Sam Loco Efe was found dead in a hotel room on a Sunday morning. The cause of his death has never been known. He was discovered sitting on a chair in the hotel room with Ventolin inhalers beside him. He had plans to visit his farm house in Ebonyi State before his demise.