About Oyin Adejobi
Lived 1926 – 2000. Oyin Adejobi was a Nigerian actor, playwright and dramatist.
Chief Oyin Adejobi (1926–2000) was a Nigerian dramatist and actor. His name, Oyin, means "Honey".
Biography He wrote and performed in a variety of Yoruba productions on the stage, television and in movies. He was married to actress Grace Oyin-Adejobi until his death.
He was especially well known for his autobiographical movie Orogun Adedigba. He also had a weekly television show, Kootu Asipa "Ashipa Court" on Nigerian Television Authority, Ibadan. The 'Oyin Adejobi Popular Theatre Company' is named after him.
Filmography
Alakada (2009) as Iya Tunji Ogun adubi (2003) Akoni Mefa (2003) Omo inu oku (2001) Ti oluwa ni ile (1993) Iya Olobi Orogun Adedigba Ile Iwosan Kootu Asipa (Ashipa's Court) Iyekan Soja Ekuro Oloja Kuye
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Oyin Adejobi?
Nigerian dramatist and actor in Yoruba
When was Oyin Adejobi born?
Oyin Adejobi was born in 1926 in Nigeria.
When did Oyin Adejobi die?
Oyin Adejobi died in 2000.
What was Oyin Adejobi's occupation?
Oyin Adejobi was an actor, playwright and dramatist.
What nationality was Oyin Adejobi?
Oyin Adejobi was Nigerian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Oyin Adejobi. https://biography.guide/oyin-adejobi/
MLA: "Oyin Adejobi." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/oyin-adejobi/.
Chicago: "Oyin Adejobi." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/oyin-adejobi/.
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