Sola Sobowale is a renowned Nigerian film actress, screenwriter, director, and producer. She gained widespread recognition in 2001 for her role in the popular TV drama Super Story: Oh Father, Oh Daughter.
For over 20 years, she has captivated audiences on-screen and behind the scenes. Her talent has earned her a celebrated place in Nollywood, making her one of the most influential actresses in Nigeria and the West African film industry.
Sola Sobowale Biography
| Full Name: | Elizabeth Olusola Olagookun-Sobowale |
| Stage Name: | Sola Sobowale |
| Born: | 26 December 1965 (age: 58) |
| Place of Birth: | Ondo, Nigeria |
| State Of Origin: | Ondo State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Education: | University of Lagos |
| Height: | 1.63 m |
| Parents: | Esther Olagookun, Joseph Olagookun |
| Siblings: | Kikelomo Olagookun |
| Spouse: | Oludotun Sobowale |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | N/A |
| Children: | Taiwo Sobowale, Kehinde Sobowale, Oyeyemi Olugboyega Ajiboye, Olamide Sobowale |
| Occupation: | Actress • TV Personality |
| Net Worth: | $600,000 |
Early Life
Sola Sobowale (born December 26, 1965) is currently 58 years old. She was born in Ondo State, southwestern Nigeria, to Joseph and Esther Olagookun. Teaching was a family affair, as both her parents were educators: Joseph served as a retired principal, while Esther was a former headmistress.
Education
The actress grew up in Ondo State and completed her primary and secondary education there. She then enrolled at the University of Ibadan initially to study Music.
However, driven by her deep love for acting, she eventually switched focus to Theatre Arts and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in the field.
Career
Before rising to stardom, Sola Sobowale appeared in notable productions such as The Village Headmaster, Mirror in the Sun, and the Yoruba film Asewo To Re Mecca. She began her acting journey with roles in movies produced by the Awada Kerikeri Group, led by Adebayo Salami.
Throughout her career, Sobowale has been involved in scripting, co-scripting, directing, and producing several Nigerian films. She wrote, produced, and directed the 2010 Nigerian film Ohun Oko Somida, starring Adebayo Salami. She also featured prominently in Dangerous Twins (2004), a drama by Tade Ogidan, and Family on Fire, another of Ogidan’s productions.
Her standout role came in 2018’s King of Boys, where she portrayed Eniola Salami, a formidable businesswoman and politician known as “The King of Boys.” This Nigerian crime political thriller was written, co-produced, and directed by Kemi Adetiba, marking a significant collaboration following their work in Adetiba’s directorial debut, The Wedding Party (2016).
Sobowale reprised her iconic role in the sequel, The Return of the King, which premiered on Netflix as a 7-part limited series in August 2021.
In July 2022, Sola Sobowale announced on her Instagram page that she had secured her first role in a Bollywood film directed by filmmaker Hamisha Daryani Ahuja.
Personal Life
Sola Sobowale is married and has four children. Recently, she was selected as the brand ambassador for Mouka mattress company’s Wellbeing range.
Filmography
1992: Asewo to re Mecca
1998: Diamond Ring
2000: Oduduwa
2000: Lagidigba
2001: Outkast
2001: Omo Inu Oku
2002: Kosorogun
2003: Unforgettable
2003: Tim ba’taiye Wa
2003: The Outsider
2003: Emotional Tears
2003: Oyato
2003: Okanlomo
2003: Jawo nbe
2004: Hope of Glory
2004: Love From Above
2004: Dangerous Twins
2005: Total Disgrace
2005: 11:45… Too late
2005: Opin Irin Ajo
2005: The Last Night
2005: The Price of Love: Life is Beautiful
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2006: Nibolojasi
2008: A Can of Worms 1&2
2009: Disoriented Generation
2010: Ohun Oko Somida
2011: Family on Fire
2017: The Wedding Party 1&2
2017: Wives on Strikes: The Revolution
2017: Christmas is Coming
2018: Omambala
2018: King of Boys
2018: Seven And A Half Dates
2019: Gold Statue
2019: The Enemy I Know
2020: The Men’s Club
2020: Shadow Parties
2021: In Case of Incasity
2021: King of Boys: The Return of the King
2022: Battle on Buka Street
2022: Aníkúlápó
2023: Double Dekoi
2024: Postcards – Netflix series
Sola Sobowale on Rumors of Arrest and Death in Saudi Arabia
Sola Sobowale has addressed the rumor about her alleged arrest for drug trafficking in Saudi Arabia. The actress shared that when she left Nigeria for the United Kingdom, there were many negative stories about her, including false reports that she had been killed in Saudi Arabia.
In a live chat on the “Teju Baby Face Show,” Sobowale said, “God has compensated me because there were so many things written about me when I left the shores of Nigeria – so many negative things.” Despite the rumors, she remained unfazed, stating, “So far, I’m at peace with God, then I’m good.”
Awards
In 2019, Sola Sobowale received the Best Actress in a Leading Role award for her role in the 2018 Nigerian film King of Boys.
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Net Worth
Sola Sobowale is a renowned Nigerian film actress, screenwriter, director, and producer with a net worth of $600,000.