Yemi Shodimu

Born: 1960-01-29 (age 66)
Birthplace: Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria
Occupation: Actor, Film Director, Filmmaker, Dramatist, Television Presenter
Alma Mater: Obafemi Awolowo University, University of Lagos

Biography

EARLY LIFE

He was born in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State southwestern Nigeria. He spent his early life in Abeokuta at the palace of Alake of Egbaland where he was exposed to the Yoruba culture. He attended Obafemi Awolowo University where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in dramatic art and later proceeded to the University of Lagos where he received a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Mass communication.

CAREER

He began his acting career in 1976, the same year he featured in a movie titled Village Head Master. He was known for his lead role, Ajani in Oleku, a movie directed and produced by Tunde Kelani. In 2018, he was assigned as the producer of the satirical stage play franchise titled Isale Eko.