Yinka Quadri

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. 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