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Fans and movie lovers are always on and about who are the richest Yoruba actors and actresses. This is to ensure that they earn their bragging rights when talks come up about their favorites. Some others just want to know how successful some of these top actors/actresses are.
It is a fact beyond doubt that the Yoruba tribe is blessed with numerous actors and actresses who are highly skilled and professional in promoting and preserving the indigenous culture. Hence, making a remarkable contribution to the proliferation of the film industry in Nigeria.
These actors and actresses possess outstanding talents which are demonstrated in the various roles they play in movies. Some have even grown to become directors of film production companies.
Since acting is a very lucrative practice in the world today, the long-cultivated talents of these veteran actors and actresses paid off. The Yoruba sector of the Nigerian film industry has produced several millionaires, but this article will be focusing on the 10 richest Yoruba actors and actresses.
Below are the richest actors and actresses in Yoruba:
| RANK | NAME | NET WORTH |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Funke Akindele | $11 million |
| 2 | Odunlade Adekola | $2.5 million |
| 3 | Mercy Aigbe | $1 million |
| 4 | Femi Adebayo | $1 million |
| 5 | Dayo Amusa | $800,000 |
| 6 | Faithia Balogun | $750,000 |
| 7 | Iyabo Ojo | $600,000 |
| 8 | Wale Akorede Okunnu | $500,000 |
| 9 | Muyiwa Ademola | $400, 000 |
| 10 | Olaniyi Afonja | $350,000 |
1. Funke Akindele ($11 million)
Funke Akindele is the richest Yoruba actress. She is also the second richest actor in the Nigerian movie industry, Nollywood. The veteran actress and film producer rose to fame after her lead role in “Jenifa’s Diary“.
Prior to that She starred in the popular United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)-sponsored sitcom I Need to Know, which ran from 1998 to 2002. Following her appearance in Jenifa, She has appeared in several other movies including Omo Ghetto: The Saga, the highest-grossing Nigerian movie of all time.
Nollywood Broadcasting Organization of Nigeria Awards in 2012.
5. Dayo Amusa ($800,000)
Iconic Yoruba actress, Dayo Amusa, with an estimated net worth of $800,000, takes her place among the Top 10 Richest Yoruba Actors And Actresses. The popular Nollywood actress, with numerous movies in her Filmography, is also a television personality, and a well-known businesswoman.
Wale Akorede Okunnu is a Nollywood actor, scriptwriter, and producer that is popularly known for his comic and funny roles in Yoruba movies. He is also among the richest Yoruba actors and actresses, with an estimated net worth of $500,000.
Before he was introduced to the movie industry by Muyiwa Ademola (a fellow actor), Okunnu was a businessman, who travels to Saudi Arabia to get garments that he distributes in Nigeria. He however left his business of 13 years, to venture into acting
Over his career, he as Wale Akorede Okunnu has acted in and produced several movies, racking up a net worth of $500,000. This put him among the top 10 richest Yoruba Actors and Actresses.
9. Olaniyi Afonja ($400,000)
Olaniyi Afonja popularly known as Sanyeri is a Nollywood actor, producer, and comedian The popular comic actor with an estimated net worth of $400,000 is one of the richest Yoruba actors and actresses.
Sanyeri began his acting career in 1992 after joining the theatre group introduced to him by a friend. He later relocated to Lagos to further his career and has since featured in so many Nigerian movies, mostly Yoruba.
Sanyeri is also a recipient of numerous awards and nominations. He was nominated for the best comic actor at the Yoruba Movie Academy Awards and the Best Movie Producer of The Year at the 2015 City People Awards
10. Muyiwa Ademola ($350,000)
Rounding off the list of the top 10 richest Yoruba actors and actresses is Muyiwa Ademola, with an estimated net worth of $350,000. The veteran actor who doubles as producer and director is known for his enormous contribution to the Nigerian film industry.
Muyiwa began his acting career fully in 1991 but did not attain the limelight until 1995 when he produced his first script for a movie titled Asise (Blunder). Since 1995, he has produced, directed, and featured in several Yoruba Nollywood movies.
In 2005, his film ORI (Fate) won the best indigenous film at the 1st Africa Movie Academy Awards. In 2008, he was nominated for the 4th Africa Movie Academy Awards for Most Outstanding Indigenous Actor.
