Halima Atete is a famous Nigerian actress and film producer who has earned a strong reputation for her dramatic roles in the Kannywood (Hausa-language film) industry.
She is best known for portraying characters who are full of jealousy and curses. She has risen to become a household name through her honest approach to acting, production, and charity work, which mainly helps displaced people in northern Nigeria.
Halima Atete Biography
| Real Name | Halima Yusuf Atete |
| Religion | Islam |
| Education | National Diploma in Sharia and Civil Law |
| Parents | Mr. and Mrs. Atete |
| Spouse | Alhaji Muhammad Muhammad Kalla |
| Children | One |
| Relationship Status | Married |
Early Life and Education
Halima Atete (born on November 26, 1988, 37 years old) is from Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria, where she became interested in acting through school drama activities.
She achieved her primary education at Maigari Primary School and attended Yerwa Government Day Secondary School before obtaining a National Diploma in Sharia and Civil Law.
The strength of her academic background, together with the early exposure she got from drama clubs, was instrumental in her becoming an artist amid the cultural diversity of her home city.
Career
Halima Atete made her Kannywood debut in 2012, premiering as an actress and producer in the movie Asalina (My Origin).
She rose to stardom fairly quickly after her notable performances in Konkola Gari, Dakin Amarya, and Uwar Gulma (Gossip Mother).
Besides that, she is well known for her portrayal of complex, jealous characters in over 160 films.
Her artistry was recognized with a Best New Actress award at the 2013 City People Entertainment Awards, marking the beginning of a series of victories, including Best Actress in subsequent years.
Apart from acting, he has also produced several hit movies and runs the Atete Foundation, which is committed to providing relief to internally displaced persons in Borno, Adamawa, and Gombe States; thus, her commitment to the causes of the underprivileged is evident.
Social Media
- Instagram Handle: @haleemaatete
- Twitter Handle: @HalimaAtete1
Personal Life
Halima Atete married the businessman Alhaji Muhammad Muhammad Kalla on November 26, 2022, in Maiduguri. They are blessed with one child. She also tries to keep her family life as private as possible, though she takes the roles of a wife and mother very seriously.
Based in Nigeria, Halima is loved for her courage, charitable nature, and straightforwardness. She is very involved in using her celebrity status to promote peace and help both in the entertainment industry and her neighborhood.
Net Worth
Halima Atete’s net worth is estimated at $500,000. As a prominent, top-tier actress and producer in Kannywood, with numerous film projects, awards, and charity work, her earnings mainly come from acting gigs, production deals, and other related ventures, which attest to her successful establishment in the industry.