Iyabo Oko Biography
Full Name: | Sidikat Odunkanwi |
Stage Name: | Iyabo Oko |
Born: | 15 November 1960 (age 62 years old) |
Place of Birth: | Iwo, Osun, Nigeria |
State Of Origin: | Osun State |
Died: | June 28, 2023, Nigeria |
Nationality: | Nigerian |
Height: | 1.53 m |
Parents: | N/A |
Siblings: | N/A |
Spouse: | Tajudeen “Koledowo” Akanmu |
Boyfriend • Partner: | N/A |
Children: | Bisi Aisha |
Occupation: | Actress • TV Personality |
Net Worth: | $80,000 |
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Sidikat Odunkanwi, better known by her stage name Iyabo Oko, was a Nigerian actress and TV personality. She was born in Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria, on November 15, 1960. She began her acting career in the early 1970s and starred in many popular Yoruba films, including Idunnu Okan and Okobo Himeji. She was known for her versatility and her ability to play a wide range of characters.
Iyabo Oko was a groundbreaker in the Nigerian film industry. She was one of the first female actresses to play lead roles in Yoruba films, and she helped to pave the way for other female actresses. She was also a vocal advocate for women's rights, and she used her platform to raise awareness of issues affecting women.
Iyabo Oko died on June 28, 2023, at the age of 62. Her death was a major loss to the Nigerian film industry and to her fans. She will be remembered as a talented actress, a strong advocate for women, and a pioneer in the Nigerian film industry.