Jim Iyke, the popular Nollywood actor, has become a chief.

The actor received the chieftancy title on Sunday, in Ghana.

The coronation took place alongside the occasion of the tenth Yam Festival and the actor was conferred with the title of, ‘Ohadike 1 of Ndigbo” by Her Royal Highness, the Eze Ndigbo Ghana, Dr. Chukwudi Ihenetu.

According to Ihenetu, the movie star was recognised for his achievements and contributions to the African entertainment industry and the Igbo people.

A number of Nigerian celebrities including music star D’banj, actor, Alex Ekubo and reality TV star, Teddy A, were conferred with chieftaincy titles in 2018.