Alhaji Akanni Olayinka Quadri ( (born 6 September 1959) is a Nigerian actor, film maker, producer and director born and in Lagos Island, Lagos State but is a native of Oro, Kwara State.
Early life and education Yinka, a descent of Igbomina-, Kwara State, was born into a middle-class family in September 1959 in Lagos Island, Lagos State.
Education He completed his primary school education and secondary school education at St. Catholic School, Idumagbo, Lagos and Christ High School, Ebute Elefun, Lagos, respectively.
Career Yinka's (also known as Fagbamila) acting career started in 1976 when he and Taiwo Olayinka along with a group of friends formed a drama group called Afopina Theatre Group after dropping out of school. He has starred in over 90 Yoruba films since his debut television series titled Agbodorogun. On April 27, 2014, Yinka launched his biography Yinka Quadri: Scent of a Legend and simultaneously celebrated his 36 years in the Nigerian film industry.
Selected filmography
Olaniyonu Kutupu Kura Ekun Agbodorogun Ojiji Egbinrin Ote Araba Ilari Odun Baku Bolode O'ku Èebúdolá Tèmi Abeni Apaadi Ojo Idajo Abulesowo Niwoyi Ola Ilekun Olorun Okinni The Return of Jenifa (2011) Arinzo (2013) Owo Blow 77 Bullets (2019) Shola Arikusa Gangs of Lagos Move Like a Boss (2024 film)
Awards and nominations
YearAward ceremonyPrizeResult20073rd Africa Movie Academy AwardsBest Actor in a Supporting Role20102010 Best of Nollywood AwardsBest Indigenous Actor in a Lead Role (Yoruba)20122012 Nollywood Movies AwardsBest Actor in an Indigenous Movie (Non-English speaking language)20132013 Best of Nollywood AwardsBest Supporting Actor in a Yoruba film20142014 Best of Nollywood AwardsBest Actor in Leading Role (Yoruba)2023Africa Magic Viewers' Choice AwardsBest Supporting Actor
See also List of Yoruba people
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