Amaka Ubaka is a familiar face in Boston television news, known for her work as a WHDH 7News journalist and anchor. She joined 7News in May 2016 as a reporter and has continued building her career in broadcast journalism. Her work covers local news, community stories, interviews and human-interest features. She studied at the University of Miami, and her journalism career has included work in California, Nebraska, Florida and Massachusetts. Her exact birth year, height, weight and net worth are not officially disclosed, so estimates are clearly marked below.
Amaka Ubaka – Quick Bio Table
Amaka Ubaka Profile
Information
Full Name
Amaka Ubaka
Date of Birth
April 20
Height
Approximately 5 ft 5 in–5 ft 6 in (estimated)
Age
Approximately 38–39 years in 2026; exact birth year is not officially confirmed
Birthplace
California, United States
Nationality
American
Heritage
Nigerian-American / Igbo heritage
Profession
Journalist, Reporter and Television News Anchor
Famous For
Her journalism and anchoring work at WHDH 7News in Boston
News anchoring and reporting, including local and community stories
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Brown
Weight
Not reliably publicly disclosed
Nickname
Not reliably documented
Marital Status
Private / not reliably confirmed publicly
Children
No reliably confirmed public information
Parents
Limited publicly verified information
Family
Has Nigerian/Igbo family roots; personal family details are largely private
Sister
Bahka Ubaka is reported as her sister
Hobbies & Interests
Fitness, hiking, traveling and watching sporting events
Community Work
Has been involved with several Boston-area community and charitable organizations
Awards & Recognition
Has received professional and community recognition, including Emmy recognition and an honorary degree from Regis College
Instagram
@AmakaUbakaTV
Estimated Net Worth
Approximately $1 million–$5 million; estimate only, not officially disclosed
Main Source of Income
Television journalism, reporting and anchoring
Known For in Boston
Local news reporting, interviews and community-focused journalism
2026 Career Status
Active television journalist and WHDH 7News personality
Amaka Ubaka Carrier TimeLine
Year
Career Milestone
Early Career
Began her television journalism career at KRCR ABC7 in Redding, California.
2011
Joined WOWT NBC 6 in Omaha, Nebraska, working as a reporter.
2012
Covered major sporting events, including the U.S. Olympic Swim Trials and NCAA College World Series.
2013
Moved to WKMG News 6 in Orlando, Florida, continuing her work as a television reporter.
2016
Joined WHDH 7News in Boston as a reporter in May.
2017
Expanded her role at WHDH and began taking on more anchoring responsibilities.
2018
Became a weekday morning anchor at WHDH and continued reporting local and community stories.
2022
Received recognition as one of Boston Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Bostonians.
2023
Selected as the Regis College Class of 2023 commencement speaker and received an honorary degree.
2026
Continues her career as a WHDH 7News anchor and journalist, covering news and community stories in the Boston area.
Amaka Ubaka Awards
Year
Award / Recognition
Details
2018
Presidential Award
Received the Presidential Award from the Igbo Organization of New England for being a role model for Igbo children.
2022
Boston Magazine – 100 Most Influential Bostonians
Named among Boston Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Bostonians.
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Two Emmy Awards
Honored with two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Morning Newscast for her television journalism work.
2023
Regis College Honorary Doctorate
Received an honorary doctorate from Regis College for her accomplishments in journalism and contributions to the community.
2023
Regis College Commencement Speaker
Chosen by the Regis College Class of 2023 to deliver its commencement address.
2024
Nigerian Professional Group Recognition
Listed among the honorees at the Nigerian Professional Group 4th Annual Gala and Awards as an anchor at WHDH-TV.
Amaka Ubaka Net Worth
Year
Estimated Net Worth
Basis / Notes
2020
~$1.0 million
Estimated from her established television journalism career
2021
~$1.2 million
Career earnings as a WHDH journalist and anchor
2022
~$1.5 million
Continued growth through her Boston broadcasting career
2023
~$1.8 million
Senior anchoring experience and professional recognition
2024
~$2.0 million
Estimated based on her long-running broadcasting career
2025
~$2.0–$2.5 million
Online estimates vary considerably
2026
~$1–$5 million
Commonly reported estimate; not officially disclosed
Amaka Ubaka Famous News
Year
Famous News / Story
Amaka Ubaka’s Role
2013–2016
Major Orlando breaking-news stories
While working at WKMG News 6, she covered nationally recognized stories, including the disappearance of a mother accused of driving her children into the Atlantic and the killing of journalist Steven Sotloff by ISIS.
2021
Violence against Massachusetts ER nurses
Reported on the increasing number of assaults against emergency-room nurses and their concerns about workplace safety.
2024
Boston’s first female firefighter celebrates 40 years
Interviewed Patty Donovan, Boston’s first female firefighter, about her career and the path she helped create for women in the department.
2025
Holiday Helping series
Took part in WHDH’s holiday feature series, including a cooking segment featuring her twice-baked potato casserole.
2026
AJ Dybantsa makes NBA history
Interviewed AJ Dybantsa after he became the first person born in Massachusetts to be selected No. 1 overall in the NBA Draft.
2026
9/11 first responders’ stories
Reported on a Westboro author preserving the stories of first responders who worked at Ground Zero following the September 11 attacks.
2026
Mass Appeal community features
Covered lifestyle and community stories, including Community Rowing, Granny Hobbies, the New England Botanic Garden and Salem Aura Photography.
