Toyin Afolayan facts for kids

Toyin Afolayan (born September 24, 1959), also known as Lola Idije, is a famous Nigerian actress. She became well-known after playing the character Madam Adisa in the 1995 movie Deadly Affair.

Toyin Afolayan is also known for starting popular internet phrases like Soro Soke werey and Pele My Dear. The phrase Soro Soke Werey was used by young people during the #EndSars protests in Nigeria. They used it to ask the government to speak up and address concerns about a police unit in the country.

About Toyin Afolayan

Toyin Afolayan comes from Agbamu, a town in Kwara State in Southwest Nigeria. She is related to Adeyemi Afolayan, who was also a famous actor. His children, who are also actors, include Kunle Afolayan, Gabriel Afolayan, Aremu Afolayan, and Moji Afolayan.

Toyin started her acting career in the 1980s. She was inspired by her cousin, Ade Love. She has continued to act in Nollywood movies, especially those in the Yoruba language. She has been in the movie industry for about 30 years.

Her Rise to Fame

Toyin Afolayan became very famous in 1995. This was after her role as Mama Adisa in the movie Deadly Affair. Her performance in this film helped her gain a lot of recognition.

Her Life Outside Acting

Toyin Afolayan is a mother and a grandmother. She has three daughters. She was recently chosen as a brand ambassador for Boalas Homes and Gardens. This means she helps promote their products and services.

Movies She Has Been In

Toyin Afolayan has acted in many movies over the years. Here are some of them:

• Glimpse (2020)
• Arojinle (2018)
• Ojuloge Obirin (2017)
• Irapada (2006)
• Deadly Affair (1995) as Madam Adisa
• Ayomida (2003) as Judge
• Botife (2004) as Ajibike
• Osunwon Eda (2006)
• Idunnu mi (2007)
• Taiwo Taiwo (2008) as Egbon Joke
• Elewon (2009) as Iya Aliah
• Olokiki oru: The Midnight Sensation (2019) as Olori
• Anikulapo (2022) as Oyo Chief

See also

• List of Nigerian actors

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