Toyin Afolayan, popularly known as Lola Idije, is a renowned Nigerian film actress born on September 24, 1959, in Agbamu, Kwara State. With a career spanning over three decades, she has become a household name in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Early Life and Education
Toyin Afolayan was introduced to acting by her cousin, Adeyemi Afolayan, also known as Ade Love, a famous actor, producer, and director..She attended St. Anne’s Primary School and St. Joseph’s Secondary School in Ilorin, Kwara State, and later obtained a diploma in Catering and Hotel Management from Kwara State Polytechnic.
Career
Afolayan’s breakthrough role came in 1995 when she starred as Madam Adisa in the film “Deadly Affair”. She has since appeared in numerous Yoruba movies, including “Irapada,” “Anikulapo,” “Ojuloge Obirin,” and “Arojinle”. Afolayan is known for her strong, wise, and authoritative characters, often playing the role of a mother, aunt, or elder sister.
Personal Life
Toyin Afolayan is a widow with three daughters and a late son. She has been married once, to Mr. Afolayan, and has not remarried since his passing. Afolayan is a devout Christian and a member of the Cherubim and Seraphim church.
Awards and Recognition
Throughout her career, Afolayan has received several awards and nominations, including the City People Movie Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017 and the Best Actress in a Supporting Role award at the Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2014.
Net Worth
Toyin Afolayan’s net worth is estimated to be around $1.5 million, according to various sources
