Who is the richest Yoruba actress in Nigeria? Top 10 contenders
Many Yoruba actresses have starred in several hit films, winning the heart of fans and also earning millions. Ronke Odusanya in Flakky Ijaya and Faith Balogun in Igi Owo are some of the memorable performances by Yoruba actresses. Besides acting, these talented queens built multi-million dollar businesses.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Key takeaways
- Top 10 richest Yoruba actresses in Nigeria in 2025
- 10. Ronke Odusanya - $100,000 to $200,000
- 9. Doris Simeon - $400,000 to $500,000
- 8. Fathia Balogun - $780,000
- 7. Dayo Amusa - $700,000 to $800,000
- 6. Mercy Aigbe - $1 million
- 5. Bukky Wright - $1.9 million
- 4. Iyabo Ojo - $2.5 million to $3 million
- 3. Toyin Abraham - $3 million
- 2. Funke Akindele - $7.2 million
- 1. Sola Sobowale - $10 million
- Who is the richest Yoruba actor in 2025?
- Who are some young Yoruba female actresses?
- Who is the richest female actress right now?
- Who is the oldest female Yoruba actress?
Key takeaways
- Some Yoruba actresses earn money as brand ambassadors for companies, while others have numerous successful businesses.
- The richest actress on this list is Sola Sobowale with an alleged net worth of $10 million.
- Ronke Odusanya reportedly has the least net worth in this list, estimated at $100,000 - $200,000.
- Through their earnings, these actresses have acquired luxurious houses and top cars.
Top 10 richest Yoruba actresses in Nigeria in 2025
Most of the net worth estimates on this list are drawn from social media reports. They are subject to change because they are based on highly speculative reports, and most of the actresses have yet to confirm these figures.
Rank | Name | Net worth |
1 | Sola Sobowale | $10 million |
2 | Funke Akindele | $7.2 million |
3 | Toyin Abraham | $3 million |
4 | Iyabo Ojo | $2.5 million - $3 million |
5 | Bukky Wright | $1.9 million |
6 | Mercy Aigbe | $1 million |
7 | Dayo Amusa | $700,000 - $800,000 |
8 | Fathia Balogun | $780,000 |
9 | Doris Simeon | $400,000 - $500,000 |
10 | Ronke Odusanya | $100,000 - $200,000 |
Here are more details about these young and old Yoruba actresses, their names, and their pictures to understand them better.
10. Ronke Odusanya - $100,000 to $200,000
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- Full name: Ronke Odusanya
- Date of birth: 3 May 1973
- Age: 52 years (as of 2025)
- Place of birth: Ogun State, Nigeria
Ronke Odusanya is famous for appearing in films such as Flakky Ijaya, Gangan, and Onika. She has written scripts and produced Gangan and Flakky Ijaya.
Ronke was nominated in the 2017 Best of Nollywood Awards for Best Actress in the leading role in the film Ailatunse. She has an alleged net worth of between $100 thousand and $200 thousand. However, the actress has yet to confirm these figures.
9. Doris Simeon - $400,000 to $500,000
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- Full name: Doris Simeon
- Date of birth: 22 July 1979
- Age: 46 years (as of November 2025)
- Place of birth: Lagos, Nigeria
Doris Simeon is famous for appearing in films such as The Seed, Hannatu, More Than Just 4 Letters, and ILU America (Land of America). Doris has produced True Betrayal and Onitemi. Apart from acting, she is also the CEO of Davris Beauty Centre.
She has an estimated net worth of between $400 thousand and $500 thousand. However, reputable sources remain scant.
8. Fathia Balogun - $780,000
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- Full name: Fathia Akorede Adunni Balogun
- Date of birth: Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria
- Age: 54 years (as of November 2025)
- Place of birth: 5 February 1971
Fathia Balogun is famous for appearing in films such as Igi Owo, Wasila Coded Reloaded, and 10 Days in Sun City. She has won several awards, including the 2008 and 2014 Africa Movie Academy Awards and the 2015 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards.
She is the founder of Fathia & I, an NGO foundation that supports underprivileged children morally and financially. The actress is alleged to have a net worth of $780 thousand.
7. Dayo Amusa - $700,000 to $800,000
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- Full name: Temidayo Amusa
- Date of birth: 20 July 1983
- Age: 42 years (as of November 2025)
- Place of birth: Lagos, Nigeria
Dayo Amusa began her career in 2012 when she was featured as a Judge in the film Osas (Omoge Benin). Since then, she has been featured in many films such as The Stranger I Know, Meet the In-Laws, and A Long Night.
She has produced two films, Pathetic and Unforgivable (Ainidariji). Her net worth is alleged to be $700 thousand to $800 thousand.
6. Mercy Aigbe - $1 million
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- Full name: Mercy Aigbe
- Date of birth: 1 January 1978
- Age: 47 years (as of November 2025)
- Place of birth: Benin City, Nigeria
Mercy Aigbe is famous for being featured in films such as The Other Side of the Coin, The Screenplay, Little Drops of Happy, and Brotherhood. She wrote a script and produced films such as 77 Bullets and Osas (Omoge Benin).
She owns a clothing store named Mag Divas, which she launched in November 2014. In 2016, she founded the Mercy Aigbe Gentry School of Drama. Mercy Aigbe's net worth is alleged to be $1 million according to social media reports.
5. Bukky Wright - $1.9 million
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- Full name: Oluwabukola Sekinat Ajoke Wright
- Date of birth: 31 March 1967
- Age: 58 years (as of November 2025)
- Place of birth: Abeokuta, Nigeria
Bukky Wright is famous for appearing in films such as The Narrow Path, Pure Honey, and Gidi Blues. She ran for the senatorial position in the Ogun State House of Representatives through the Social Democratic Party in 2014.
Bukky is also a businesswoman with several businesses, such as B Collections, Beauty Spa, and a record label company named Wright Media International. She is among the richest Yoruba actresses, with an alleged net worth of $1.9 million, according to online reports.
4. Iyabo Ojo - $2.5 million to $3 million
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- Full name: Alice Iyabo Ojo
- Date of birth: 21 December 1977
- Age: 48 years (as of November 2025)
- Place of birth: Lagos, Nigeria
Iyabo Ojo is a film director, actress, and producer. She is famous for appearing in Astray, Beyond Disability, and Black Val. Iyabo has produced nine films and written scripts for five movies. She is widely considered to be among the top 50 Yoruba actresses due to her stunning looks.
She has an NGO named Pinkies Foundation, which caters to children with special needs and the less privileged. Her net worth is alleged to be between $2.5 million and $3 million, as per social media chatter.
3. Toyin Abraham - $3 million
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- Full name: Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi
- Date of birth: 5 September 1982
- Age: 43 years (as of November 2025)
- Place of birth: Auchi, Nigeria
Toyin Abraham is famous for appearing in movies such as What Makes You Tick, Ijakumo: The Born Again Str*pper, Diamonds in the Sky and Don't Get Mad Get Even. Toyin has also written scripts for four films and produced ten films.
She won the 2017 Five Continents International Film Festival for the Best Supporting Actress feature Film.
Toyin was the ambassador for various brands and companies such as Checkers Custard Nigeria, a Lagos-based property outfit, and Revolution Plus Properties. She is alleged to have a net worth of $3 million. However, the figure is based on rumours on social media; the actress has not publicly disclosed her net worth.
2. Funke Akindele - $7.2 million
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- Full name: Olufunke Ayotunde Akindele-Bello
- Date of birth: 24 August 1977
- Age: 48 years (as of November 2025)
- Place of birth: Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria
Funke Akindele is a Nigerian politician, actress, and movie producer. She has produced films such as Battle on Buka Street, The Return of Jenifa, and 13th Day: Ojó ketàlá. Funkie is famous for her role in the film Jenifa.
The People's Democratic Party nominated her as its gubernatorial candidate for the 2023 Lagos State governorship election. She won the 2009 African Movie Academy Award for best actress in a leading role. Her net worth is estimated to be $7.2 million.
1. Sola Sobowale - $10 million
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- Full name: Sola Sobowale
- Date of birth: 26 December 1965
- Age: 60 years (as of November 2025)
- Place of birth: Ondo, Nigeria
Sola Sobowale is a talented actress, screenwriter, and film producer. She had her breakthrough in 2001 when she was featured in the drama series Super Story: Oh Father, Oh Daughter.
Sola has also produced and written a script for the film Ayomida. She has won the 2019 African Movie Academy Awards and the 2019 New Vision International Film Festival. The actress has an estimated net worth of $10 million.
Who is the richest Yoruba actor in 2025?
Odunlade Adekola is widely reported as the richest Yoruba actor in 2025, with an estimated net worth of approximately $1.9 million (over 400 million Nigerian Naira).
Who are some young Yoruba female actresses?
Some prominent young Yoruba female actresses include Bimbo Ademoye, Bukunmi Oluwasina, Yetunde Barnabas, and Eniola Ajao.
Who is the richest female actress right now?
The richest female actress is Jami Gertz. She is primarily known for her acting roles in films like The Lost Boys and Twister. The vast majority of her wealth comes from her marriage to billionaire investor Tony Ressler and their joint business ventures, including a part-ownership of the NBA team Atlanta Hawks.
Who is the oldest female Yoruba actress?
The oldest female Yoruba actress is Grace Owoola Oyin-Adejobi, also known as Iya Osogbo. Born on August 23, 1930, she is a veteran of the Yoruba film industry with a career spanning over six decades.
Sola Sobowale, the richest Yoruba actress in Nigeria, has amassed wealth and riches from various sources. She is one of the female stars who have motivated other young actors to pursue their dreams of becoming wealthy and influential.
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