Popular Actor, Ladi Folarin, Clocks 60

Popular actor, Ladi Folarin, clocks 60 today. He was born July 21, 1964.  He is an indigene of Abeokuta. Some of the movies he has appeared in are Asiri Iyawo Mi, When Love Is Not Enough, and Blackout. Join us in wishing him a happy birthday.

POPULAR ACTOR, SOJI TAIWO, CLOCKS FIFTY

Turn up! Popular actor, Ibukun Olusoji Taiwo (aka Omo Banke) clocks 50 today, June 25. He was born 1974 in Mushin, Lagos State, to the family of Yomi Taiwo, a juju musician. He attended Holy Trinity Nursery and Primary School, Abeokuta. He also attended Baptist Boys High School, Abeokuta.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: LIZ DA SILVA

Today (June 10) is the birthday of popular Nollywood actress, Liz Da Silva. Her parents are from Togo, but she was born in Lagos, and she grew up in Obalende. She started acting in 2004 and some of her movies are Wakati Meta, Omo Gomina, and Mama Insurance. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: TONTO DIKEH

Today (June 9) is the birthday of Nollywood star, Tonto Dikeh. She first came to public notice in 2005, when she emerged as first runner-up on the reality show, The Next Movie Star. She appeared in her first movie in 2006, and since then, her rise has been meteoric.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: YOMI FASH LANSO

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (June 7) is the birthday of Nollywood star, Yomi Fash Lanso.  Some of the movies he has appeared in are Citation, Dazzling Mirage, Atunwa, Omo Elemosho, and Àkúdàáyà.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: ADUNNI ADE

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (June 4) is the birthday of popular Nollywood actress, Adunni Adewale (aka Adunni Ade). She was born in New York, to a German-Irish mother and a Yoruba father.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: RUTH KADIRI EZERIKA

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (March 24) is the birthday of Nigerian actress, Ruth Kadiri Ezerika. She is from Ehor in Edo State (Nigeria). Some of her movies are Heart of a Fighter, Breath of Love, Sincerity, and Rain Drop. Her writing credits include Phobia, Battle for Pride, Ladies Men, Queen of the Jungle, and Burning Tears.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: CHINYERE WILFRED

Today (March 23) is the birthday of Nigerian actress, Chinyere Wilfred. She is from Anambra State. The first movie she appeared in was Taboo (1992). Since then she has gone on to establish herself as one of the most popular actresses in the Nigerian film industry. Some of her movies include Playing Games, Wages, Oh Mother, and Polygamy.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: NADIA BUARI

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (November 21) is the birthday of Ghanaian actress, Nadia Buari. She was born 1982, in Takoradi, to a Lebanese father and Ghanaian mother. She studied Performing Arts at the University of Ghana and graduated with a BFA degree. Her first major film was Mummy's Daughter (2006). Some of her other films are Beyonce & Rihanna, Holding Hope, and My Last Ambition. She has won many awards over the course of her career, and she has four daughters with her partner (of whom little is known).

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: YVONNE NELSON

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (November 12) is the birthday of Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson. Some of her movies are Princess Tyra, The Game, Pool Party, Married and Single, Mother’s Love, The Prince Bride, and House of Gold. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: EJIKE ASIEGBU

Today (November 8) is the birthday of popular Nollywood actor, Ejike Asiegbu. He is from Umuahia in Abia State. Some of his movies are Rituals, Silent Night, State of Emergency, and Blind Obsession. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: CHIKA IKE

Today (November 8) is the birthday of popular Nollywood actress, Chika Ike. She is from Umuchiana Ekwulobia in Anambra State. Some of her movies are Soul Engagement, Pride of a Princess, Mirror of Beauty, From My Heart, Breath of Love, and Tears for Lisa. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: KENNETH OKONKWO

Today (November 6) is the birthday of veteran Nollywood actor, Kenneth Okonkwo. He is from Enugu State in Nigeria. He holds a degree in Management from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. He also holds a degree in International Law and Diplomacy from the University of Lagos. The first Nollywood movie in which he appeared was Living in Bondage (1992). Some of his other movies are The Strength of Love, World Apart, The Return of Ogidi, The Revelation, and Tears of a Billionaire. Join us in wishing him a happy birthday.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: JOHN OKAFOR

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (October 17) is the birthday of Nollywood funnyman, John Okafor. He is from Enugu State, Nigeria. He attended Community Central School, Eziokpo.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: BROWNY IGBOEGWU

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (August 30) is the birthday of Nollywood actor, Browny Igboegwu. He is a graduate of Public Administration and International Relations from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: OPEYEMI AYEOLA

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (August 29) is the birthday of popular Nollywood actress, Opeyemi Ayeola Owolomonse. She is from Ogun State. She attended Lagos State University where she studied Accounting.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: MERCY JOHNSON

Today (August 28) is the birthday of star actress, Mercy Johnson. She is from Okene in Kogi State. The first Nollywood movie in which she appeared was The Maid (2002).

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: PRINCE EKE

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (August 18), is the birthday of popular Nollywood actor, Prince Eke. He is from Ngor Okpala local government area of Imo State. He attended Obafemi Awolowo University, where he studied Psychology.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: AYO ADESANYA

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (August 11) is the birthday of Nollywood actress, Ayo Adesanya. She attended University of Ibadan, where she studied Communication Arts.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: QUEEN NWOKOYE

Hip Hip Hooray! Today (August 11) is the birthday of Nollywood actress, Queen Nwokoye. She is from Anambra State, Nigeria. She attended Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, where she studied Sociology and Anthropology.