Chika Okpala
Chika Okpala | |
|---|---|
| Born | 10 June 1950 Ahoada, Rivers State. |
| Other names | Zebrudaya |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Enugu State University of Science and Technology |
| Occupation | Comedian |
| Years active | 1983 — present |
| Known for | New Masquerade |
Chief Chika Okpala ⓘ MFR (born 10 June 1950) is a Nigerian actor and comedian. He is popularly known as Chief Zebrudaya, a sobriquet he got from his role in a TV comedy series, New Masquerade, which aired from 1983 to 1993.
He is considered a veteran in the entertainment industry because of his consistency and contributions. In recognition of his impact, he was honoured in 2017 with the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Award (AMVCA), presented by MultiChoice through Africa Magic, for lifetime contribution to the development of African cinema.