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Today marks the special day of Yetunde Barnabas, a talented Nigerian model, beauty queen, actress, and film producer.
Yetunde rose to fame with her iconic role as Miss Pepeiye on Nigeria’s long-running sitcom, Papa Ajasco and Company, a character that endeared her to many fans across the country.
Early Life and Career
Yetunde Barnabas was born on August 30, 1990, in Ilorin, Kwara state, though her family is originally from Kogi State. She grew up in Abuja and attended Kings of Kings Secondary School. After secondary school, she honed her acting skills at Seriki Olopolo Production and Royal Arts Academy.
Pageantry and Recognition
Yetunde began her modeling career by competing in the Miss Olokun beauty pageant in 2013. She won the Most Beautiful Girl in Abuja pageant in 2017 and was crowned Miss Tourism Nigeria in 2019. These wins led to national endorsement deals and recognition in the industry.
Acting Career
Yetunde has starred in numerous Nollywood films, including Erin Folami, Dagogo, Omo Iya Osun, and Elegbenla. She gained widespread recognition for her iconic role as Miss Pepeiye on Nigeria’s long-running sitcom, Papa Ajasco and Company. She has also produced several films, showcasing her versatility and creativity.
Awards and Nominations
Yetunde has been nominated for Most Promising Actress of the Year, Model of the Year, and Beauty Queen of the Year. She was also selected by the BBC for a beauty campaign tagged Ewatomi.
Personal Life
In March 2021, Yetunde married Nigerian footballer Peter Olayinka. They are also blessed with a beautiful daughter.
Filmography
Some of her notable films include:
- Papa Ajasco & Company
- Alaya Imarun
- Ede Meji
- Lisa
- Queen Mi
- Omo Iya Osun
- Oka ori ebe
- Imule Aje
- Lori Titi
- Olode
- Omije Afoju
- Knockout
- Dagogo
- Aiye
- Elegbenla
- Bayonle
- Erin Folami
