Nonso Diobi ( ; born 17 July 1976) is a Nigerian actor and film director. While studying theatre art at the University of Nigeria in Enugu State, he made his on-screen debut in the 2001 film Border Line followed by Hatred. His breakthrough role was in Across the Bridge where he gained recognition across Africa. Diobi is a native of Nawfia, in Anambra State. He is the founder and chairman of Golden Tape Media, a film and television production company. Diobi is a UN peace ambassador and an ambassador for Teachers Without Borders. He has starred in over 76 films.