Okolie's journey in the Nigerian entertainment industry started unexpectedly. Back in 2006, he began as a model almost by chance. He accompanied a friend to a modeling audition, not planning to participate himself. However, the organizers encouraged him to give it a shot, and he agreed. Surprisingly, he succeeded in the audition and kickstarted his modeling career. In 2010, four years later, he joined the Mr. Nigeria male pageant and emerged as the winner. This victory led him to the Mister World pageant, where he secured the position of second runner-up. Despite these successes, Okolie's entrance into the Nigerian movie industry in 2011 was yet another coincidence. Acting wasn't his initial plan, but circumstances led him to this new path.