Yinka Quadri
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6 September 1959
Yinka Quadri | |
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| Born | Akanni Olayinka Quadri 6 September 1959 |
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| Years active | 1976–present |
| Known for | Kura Matete |
Alhaji Akanni Olayinka Quadri // ⓘ(born 6 September 1959) is a Nigerian actor, film maker, Producer and Director, born and raised in Lagos Island, Lagos State, but is a native of Oro, Kwara State. He recently starred in a new movie titled Apaadi. He is installed as the Agba Akin of Oro Kingdom. He is the President & Co-Founder of a Theatre Art Group called (Odunfa Caucus) whose office is Situated in Ebute-Meta, Lagos State.
Yinka, a descent of Igbomina-, Kwara State, was born into a middle-class family in September 1959 in Lagos Island, Lagos State.[1]
Education
Career
Yinka's (also known as Fagbamila) acting career started in 1976 when he and Taiwo Olayinka along with a group of friends formed a drama group called Afopina Theatre Group after dropping out of school.[2] He has starred in over 90 Yoruba films since his debut television series titled Agbodorogun.[3] On April 27, 2014, Yinka launched his biography Yinka Quadri: Scent of a Legend and simultaneously celebrated his 36 years in the Nigerian film industry.[4]
Selected filmography
- Olaniyonu
- Kutupu
- Kura
- Ekun
- Agbodorogun
- Ojiji
- Egbinrin Ote
- Araba
- Ilari
- Odun Baku
- Bolode O'ku
- Èebúdolá Tèmi
- Abeni
- Apaadi
- Ojo Idajo
- Abulesowo
- Niwoyi Ola
- Ilekun Olorun
- Okinni
- The Return of Jenifa (2011)
- Arinzo (2013)
- Owo Blow
- 77 Bullets (2019)
- Shola Arikusa
- Gangs of Lagos
- Move Like a Boss (2024 film)
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 3rd Africa Movie Academy Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Nominated |
| 2010 | 2010 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Indigenous Actor in a Lead Role (Yoruba) | Nominated |
| 2012 | 2012 Nollywood Movies Awards | Best Actor in an Indigenous Movie (Non-English speaking language) | Nominated |
| 2013 | 2013 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actor in a Yoruba film | Nominated |
| 2014 | 2014 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actor in Leading Role (Yoruba) | Nominated |
| 2023 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Supporting Actor[5][6] | Nominated |
