Bakare Zainab Opeyemi born March 10, 1988, popularly known as Zainab Bakare, is a Nigerian actress, model, and brand influencer. She rose to fame when she portrayed the lead star of the self-produced film “Eda.”
Profile summary
| Full name | Bakare Zainab Opeyemi |
| Also known as | Zainab Bakare |
| Date of birth | March 10, 1988 |
| Place of birth | Lekki, Lagos Nigeria |
| State of origin | Lagos state |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Profession | Actress, model |
| Gender | Female |
| Net worth | $300,000 |
Early life and education
Bakare Zainab was born in Lagos and is a native of ljebu Lekki, Lagos State, Nigeria, Africa. She grew up in the Southwestern part of the country.
She graduated from Moshood Abiola Polytechnic with a degree in mass communication after attending CMS Grammar School in Lagos State.
Parents and family
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Bakare, Zainab’s father is a businessman, and her mother is a trader. She has one sister named Timileyin Damilare Bakare. She doesn’t really give much information about her family to the media.
Career
Her self-produced film “Eda” gave her a fascinating role that quickly made her famous. In addition, she starred in the films Senior Girl, Owu lya Gbon, Ayoka, and Golden Boy. After entering the Nigerian film industry and receiving training at the Wunmi Ajiboye Theatre Group, Bakare started acting in 2011.
After meeting well-known Nollywood Yoruba actress Omowumi Ajiboye in 2011, Zainab made her debut in the Nigerian film industry, often known as Nollywood. After undergoing training with the Omowumi Ajiboye theatre group, she went on to star in a number of films. She is recognised for creating the films Delilah and Brainchild, and in 2017 she produced her debut film, “Owu Iya Gbon”.
Following her breakout performance in the film “Eda,” Zainab has not leaned back. Instead, she has made a name for herself in the entertainment business. She has acted in more than 40 films, including “Golden Boy,” “Ayoka,” “Senior Girl,” and “Owu lya Gbon.”
Personal life
Zainab has been transparent about her past heartbreak experiences, implying that she has had emotional suffering and letdown in former romantic relationships. Despite giving the impression that she is in a relationship, she has not shared any details.
Net worth
Zainab, an exceptionally gifted actress, is reported to have a net worth of $300,000. She has been ranked among the wealthiest Nollywood celebrities due to her expertise in business and acting prowess.