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Iyabo Ojo is a popular Nigerian actress, director, and producer, known for her captivating performances in several Nollywood movies. Born on December 21, 1977, in Lagos State, Nigeria. She started her acting career in 1998 after she featured in the movie “Satanic” which was produced by Tunji Bamishigbin. Since then, Iyabo has continued to make waves in the industry, featuring in several movies and producing some of her own.
Education and Early Life
Iyabo Ojo had her primary and secondary education in Lagos State, Nigeria. After completing her secondary education, she proceeded to Lagos State Polytechnic where she studied Estate Management. However, Iyabo Ojo dropped out of school after two years due to financial challenges.
She was raised by her mother who was a teacher and a father who worked with the Lagos State Judiciary. Despite the financial challenges, Iyabo was determined to make a name for herself in the entertainment industry.
Professional Career
Iyabo Ojo started her acting career in 1998, where she featured in the movie “Satanic” which was produced by Tunji Bamishigbin. After that, she went ahead to feature in several movies such as “Baba Darijinwon”, “Baba Sabiko”, “Esan”, “Kuola”, and so on. She also produced her own movies such as “Bolutife”, “Silence”, and “Beyond Disability”.
Aside from Nollywood movies, Iyabo Ojo has also featured in music videos, and she has released some songs of her own. Some of her music filmography include “Eleyele” by Sean Dampte, “See Me” by JJC and T-Obay, and “Igba Otun” by Niyi Johnson.
She has won several awards and nominations for her works in the entertainment industry, including the Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) for her role in the movie “Arinzo” in 2010.
Personal Life and Net Worth
Iyabo Ojo is divorced and is a proud mother of two children. She is an avid lover of cars, and she owns several luxurious cars such as a Range Rover, Toyota Highlander, and a Lexus SUV.
She also owns a mansion which is located in Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria. Iyabo Ojo is estimated to have a net worth of $700,000 US dollars, #300 million Naira, 3.4 million Canadian Dollars, 20 million Ghanaian Cedis, 29 million Kenyan Shillings, 2.5 million South African Rand, 269 million Ugandan Shillings, and 52 million Indian Rupees.
Awards and Nominations
| Award | Category | Year | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | 2010 | Arinzo |
| Best of Nollywood Awards (BON) | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | 2008 | Okanran |
| City People Movie Awards | Best Actress of the Year (Yoruba) | 2015 | Silence |
| Ghana Movie Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role (African Collaboration) | 2015 | Beyond Disability |
Overall, Iyabo Ojo is an outstanding actress who has contributed immensely to the growth of the Nigerian entertainment industry, and her works will continue to inspire young actors and actresses in the industry.
Check out some of her videos on her YouTube channel and connect with her on her social media accounts.