Kevin T. Solomon

EARLY LIFE

Kevin Toluwalogo Uchechukwu Solomon, professionally known as Kevin T. Solomon or KTS, was born on July 2, 1999, in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria. He was raised in Lagos, where he spent much of his childhood and teenage years immersed in American teen sitcoms and television shows from Disney and Nickelodeon, including Big Time Rush, Game Shakers, Henry Danger, and Liv & Maddie. These early influences sparked his passion for storytelling and performance. His father is Gabriel Solomon, and his mother was Evelyn Okoduugba-Solomon, who passed away in March 2017—an event that deeply affected him and temporarily led him to question his pursuit of acting and filmmaking. He has a sister named Emmanuella Solomon and a brother named Eric Solomon. Solomon has described himself as someone with exceptionally ambitious dreams, often referring to himself as a “Werey With Big Dreams” (a self-deprecating Yoruba slang term implying bold, almost “crazy” ambition that others might dismiss). He completed his secondary education at Speedway Group of Schools, studying sciences from 2010 to 2015. Initially pursuing a technical path, he enrolled in Aircraft Building Engineering at the International College of Aeronautics but dropped out in 2016 to chase his creative aspirations in acting and filmmaking. He later attended The Polytechnic, Ibadan, where he studied Mass Communication from 2017 to 2019. During this time, in 2019, he conducted a free workshop on the basics of video editing at the institution, randomly selecting 10 participants from students and locals to teach foundational techniques—demonstrating his early commitment to sharing knowledge and building community in the creative space.

CAREER

Kevin T. Solomon is a multifaceted Nigerian actor, film director, producer, editor, content creator, and podcast host who began making films in 2016. He co-founded Reel Unit Productions in 2018 with Laughter Ephraim, an independent collective dedicated to producing short-form content and youth-oriented stories. He also serves as the Creative Lead for the indie film production group Wereys With Big Dreams. His early breakthrough projects include writing, directing, producing, and acting as Daniel in the 2019 short film Chase—a 5-minute project shot on an iPhone 5s with a modest budget of approximately NGN 50,000, exploring themes of instinct and unexpected trouble. In 2020, he co-directed (with Laughter Ephraim), produced, and starred as Tolu in Alpha Baby, another iPhone-shot short under Reel Unit Productions about unprocessed emotions straining relationships. That same year, he acted as Gozie in the web series Mr. & Mrs. A. His 2022 short Cloud Nine saw him acting as Efe while also directing and producing through Reel Unit Productions. He directed the short film Wages of Sin in 2024 and has taken on editing and producing roles in various projects, including associate producer credits on She (2023), Round (2023), and Obara Nna M (2024), as well as executive producer on Finding Dede (2025). As an actor, Solomon gained significant recognition for his role as Tokunbo in the Netflix limited series The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi (2023), appearing in two episodes of the horror anthology about a vengeful spirit; he also contributed as supervising DIT and assisting editor. Other notable acting credits include Officer Sambo in She (2023), a waiter in Direct Message (2023), the voice of Kingsley in the animated project I Do Not Come to You by Chance (2023), and the voice of Kolo in the animated short Sip (2022). On stage, he portrayed Chuka in the 2024 Road14 Studios reboot of the play HIGH, directed by Temi Ami-Williams. Recent film roles include MJ in Kidnapped (2024), Osato’s Boy in Fatal Obsession (2024), Dagger in Obara Nna M (2024), and a part in Headless (2024). Earlier work includes Chike in Stuck (2022) and roles in Round (2023) and Choke (2023). Upcoming projects feature him as Tolu in Next of Kin (2025), Office Colleague/Itodo in Depth of Field (2025), and voicing Charly Boy in Call Me Loretta (post-production). In 2021, Solomon created and began hosting The Nollywood Life Podcast, a talk show interviewing Nigerian filmmakers and content creators (with guests including Laughter Ephraim, Mardiyyah Adebowale, Divine Obaseki Alile, and Showrey). He serves as producer, executive producer, and director across its 11 episodes released between 2021 and 2024. He has also worked as a content creator at Display Universal Studios, producing digital media. His multifaceted involvement—spanning performance, behind-the-camera work, and podcasting—highlights his commitment to independent storytelling and youth-focused narratives in Nigeria’s growing film landscape. He frequently collaborates on low-budget, high-impact projects that blend creativity with technical skill.

PERSONAL LIFE

Kevin T. Solomon maintains a relatively private personal life while openly sharing aspects of his family background and personal philosophy. He resides in Lagos, Nigeria, where he continues to build his career in the entertainment industry. Following the loss of his mother in 2017, he experienced a period of despair that tested his resolve but ultimately reinforced his dedication to his craft. He comes from a close-knit family, with his father Gabriel Solomon and siblings Emmanuella and Eric providing support. Solomon often embodies the spirit of his self-coined phrase “Werey With Big Dreams,” reflecting his bold, ambitious outlook on life and career that sometimes surprises those around him. His personal journey, marked by early influences from Western media and the challenges of loss, has shaped a resilient and creative personality focused on storytelling that resonates with youth and Nigerian audiences.

Kevin T. Solomon stands out as a dynamic and ambitious talent in Nollywood, blending acting, directing, producing, editing, and digital content creation. Standing at 6 feet tall with brown eyes and a Cancer zodiac sign, he embodies the “Werey With Big Dreams” ethos, pursuing bold visions in film and media. He maintains an active online presence to connect with fans and collaborators, sharing showreels, behind-the-scenes content, and creative work. His journey from dropping out of engineering studies to becoming a versatile filmmaker and podcast host reflects resilience, adaptability, and a deep passion for storytelling. Solomon continues to expand his portfolio with independent shorts, feature contributions, and voice work, while fostering community through workshops and collaborative productions. His work often targets youth audiences and explores relatable themes, contributing to the evolution of Nigerian cinema.