Amaka Ubaka Biography
Amaka Ubaka is an American journalist of Nigerian descent working for 7NEWS as a weekday anchor of Today in New England and 7NEWS at Noon since she was promoted in November 2018. She joined the station in May 2016 as a reporter and was promoted to weekday evening anchor in September 2017. Previously, she worked as a general assignment reporter at WKMG News 6 in Orlando, Florida, for nearly 3 years.
Amaka Ubaka Education
Ubaka joined the University of Miami after finishing high school. She later graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications & International Studies with a minor in Sociology.
Amaka Ubaka Career
Ubaka has worked for 7NEWS as a weekday anchor of Today in New England and 7NEWS at Noon since she was promoted in November 2018. Upon joining the station, she initially worked as a reporter before she was promoted to weekday evening anchor in September 2017. The Florida native has now fully embraced living in New England, even the snow!
Boston Business Women nominated Ubaka for “Best News Anchor.” She also appeared on the list of Boston Magazine’s “100 Most Influential Bostonians.” The Regis College class of 2023 elected her as their commencement speaker, an achievement she takes great pride in.
Ubaka enjoys using social media as a way to connect with viewers and inform them about the news of the day. Before her time in Boston, she worked as a reporter in Orlando, Omaha, and Redding.
Ubaka enjoys meeting new people, learning their stories, and being involved in the community. She uses much of her free time to support charities like the Cambridge YWCA, West End House, The One Mission Buzz Off, the International Institute of New England, Cradles to Crayons, Rosie’s Place, BMA TenPoint, and the Igbo Organization of New England. She is also a member of the National Association of Black Journalists.
Amaka Ubaka Age
Ubaka was born on April 22nd, but has not yet disclosed the year she was born. However, she might be in her 30s. Ubaka celebrates her birthday on April 22nd. Her name means “beautiful” in one of the numerous languages spoken in Africa’s most populous country. On April 22, 2026, she posted a photo of herself on her Instagram account and captioned, “I have a heart of gratitude as I turn another year older 💖 I’m thankful for the lessons learned over the past year…Life is truly a gift! Thank you all for the birthday wishes!!🎂🎉✨.”
Amaka Ubaka Height
Ubaka stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Amaka Ubaka Family
Ubaka’s father moved to the U.S. after the Nigerian Civil War. He unfortunately passed away from cancer. Ubaka is a Florida native but has not disclosed more information about her parents, especially her mother. It is also not known if Ubaka has any siblings.
Amaka Ubaka Husband
Ubaka is very private about her personal life; therefore, it is not known if she is in any relationship. She spends her free time in the gym, traveling, watching sporting events, and hiking.
Amaka Ubaka Net Worth
Ubaka has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which she has earned through being a journalist.
Amaka Ubaka Salary
Ubaka earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Amaka Ubaka 7NEWS
Ubaka is working at 7NEWS, where she works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Adam Williams
- Jadiann Thompson
- Ryan Schulteis
- Brandon Gunnoe
- Amanda Crawford
- Juliana Mazza
- Keke Vencill
- Olivia Michael
- Jeremy Reiner
- Chris Lambert
- Josh Wurster
- Kelly Costa
- Kristina Shalhoup