Omowumi Onalaja, born on September 25, 1990, popularly known as Mimi Onalaja, is a Nigerian actress, TV host, writer, presenter, blogger, model, media and television personality. She was born in Lagos. Her mother who had a full time job took care of her and her siblings because her dad was in the army and moved around a lot. She is the host of ‘The Future Awards Africa’. Mimi also hosted the ELOY awards in 2016.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Omowumi Onalaja |
| Date of Birth: | September 25, 1990 |
| Place of Birth: | Lagos State |
| State of Origin: | Ogun State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Net Worth: | $300,000 |
| Occupation: | Actress, TV host, Writer, Presenter, Blogger, Model, Media and Television Personality |
Early Life and Education
Mimi Onalaja was born on September 25, 1990, in Lagos to Nigerian parents. She hails from Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State.
She had her elementary school at Kemsing School International, Ikoyi, and her Secondary School education at Queen’s College, Lagos, before proceeding to Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State, where she completed her bachelor’s degree in International Relations, in 2010. In 2013, Mimi completed a Diploma in Acting for Film from the New York Film Academy.
Career
Mimi Onalaja is a TV host who produces and hosts TV shows at EbonyLife TV. She is the host of ‘Game Show’ and ‘Play to Win’. Prior to joining EbonyLife TV in 2014, Mimi worked at Nemesia Studios as a production manager.
Her first opportunity on TV was facilitated by Mo Abudu with zero experience which still surprises to date. In addition to being a TV host, Mimi is also a lover of fashion/style, travel, food, family, and friendship. She has a column on ‘Style Vitae’.
Mimi is also an actress. She is known for her role in the 2020 movies, Smart Money Woman and Shades of Love Edit (2018). She also hosted a program by Amstel Malta and Tecno in celebration of international women’s Day 2022.
Meanwhile, Mimi started her career as an HR consultant in one of the big four accounting/consulting firms. But two months into the job, she became dissatisfied and started thinking of the right job for her.
However, she spent 16 months in the corporate firm gaining professional skills she would not trade for anything before she went into the media.
Her sudden change of career was not approved by her father at the initial stage but her mother supported her. Later, her father agreed with them and even paid for her journey through film school.
Movies
- Smart Money Woman
- Shades of Love Edit
Media Shows Hosted
- Game Show
- Play to Win
- The Future Awards Africa’.
- ELOY awards
Mimi Onalaja Net worth
Mimi Onalaja has an estimated net worth of $300,000. Mimi Onalaja is a popular Nigerian actress, TV host, writer, presenter, blogger, model, media and television personality.
Personal Life
However, she has kept his personal life away from the internet, therefore nothing is revealed about her relationship.