Person Biography:
Greg "Teddy Bear" Ojefua is a multiple award-winning Nigerian actor, voice artist, compere, producer, casting director, and translator. He has been nominated for several awards, including Best Supporting Actor at the 2024 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards.
Born in Igueben LGA, Edo State, Ojefua holds a B.Sc. in Business Management and Administration from Adekunle Ajasin University, a Master Class in Acting Certificate from MultiChoice Talent Factory, and an Advanves Diploma in Network Engineering from NIIT. He speaks English, Nigerian Pidgin, Esan, and Yoruba.
Ojefua has a strong background in acting, having started reciting Shakespearean classics at the age of 8. He has featured in numerous TV, cinema, stage, and internet productions, including "Winds of Change," "The Encounter," "A Tribe Called Judah," and "This is Lagos." He has also appeared in several animations, commercial ads, and announcements.
As a model, Ojefua has starred in several pan-Africa and local commercials, including LG Evercool Refrigerator Advert, Stanbic IBTC Debit Card Advert, and OLX Biggie Advert.
Ojefua has won several awards, including Best Actor at the 2024 Nigerian Electronic Media Content Exhibition and Awards, Best Actor at the 2023 Africa International Film Festival, and Best Actor (English) at the 2017 Maya Awards Africa. He has also been nominated for several other awards and has made it to the nomination and honor list of many notable industry bigwigs.
Ojefua believes he stands out due to his uniqueness, deep voice, extra-large physique, easy-going nature, and playful spirit. He is patient, focused, versatile, and success-driven, and always strives for perfection.
