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Tobi Makinde

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Tobi Makinde
Born (1988-05-16) May 16, 1988 (age 36)[1]
Lagos State, Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
Alma materUniversity of Lagos
OccupationActor
Years active1998–present

Tobi Makinde (born 16 May 1988) is a Nigerian actor and filmmaker.[2] He became popular with his role as 'Timini' in the Nigerian TV series Jenifa's Diary. He co-directed one of the highest Nollywood grossing movie Battle on Buka Street, alongside Funke Akindele. In 2024, he received critical and audience acclaim for his portrayal of 'Shina Judah', a hoodlum in the blockbluster A Tribe Called Judah.[3]

Early life and education

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Makinde was born on 16 May 1991 in Lagos State, Nigeria but is an indigene of Ilesha, Osun State. He was born to the family of Mr. & Mrs. Akinjimi Olufisayo Makinde. He spent most of his early childhood in Agemowo Town, Badagry, Lagos state. He acquired his primary education from Odofa Children's Home, Ogun State and his secondary education from Supreme Pillars College, Badagry, Lagos State. In 2012, he acquired his Bachelor's degree from the University of Lagos in Theatre Arts. In 2016, he earned his Master's Degree in Theatre Arts, also from the University of Lagos.[4]

Career

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Makinde started off as a child actor and was greatly influenced by his father.[5] He debuted the acting scene at the age of seven with the movie "Silenced", which produced by Ralph Nwadike and directed by Tunji Bamishigbin.[6]

At the age of 13, Makinde played one of the lead roles in the popular TV series "Kamson N Neighbors".[7] He also featured in other projects including Industreet and My Siblings and I. In 2015, he became production manager for Scene One Productions.[8] Later on, he got the role of 'Timini' in Jenifa's Diary which earned him recognition.[7] In 2023, he co-directed one of Nollywood's highest grossing movie Battle on Buka Street.[9] In 2023, he played the role of 'Shina Judah' in A Tribe Called Judah starring Funke Akindele, Genoveva Umeh, Timini Egbuson, amongst others.[10]

Filmography

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Year Title Role Genre Notes
1998 Silenced Village boy Drama
2004 Full Circle Nicholas Soap opera
2004 Tides of Fate Keji Soap opera
2006 Kamson N Neighbours Nathaniel TV series
2016 Industreet Feva Drama Assistant Director etal
2017 Jenifa's Diary Timini Sitcom Tv series / Assistant Director etal
2018 The Missing Piece Michael Dramatic thriller Assistant Director
My Siblings and I Samson Comedy Tv series / Assistant Director etal
2019 Aiyetoro Town Timini Sitcom Tv series / Assistant Director etal
Unmendable Kitan Drama
2020 Catfish Nola Crime Drama Assistant Director
Omo Ghetto: The Saga Ay Pomping Crime Comedy Drama Directed by Funke Akindele and Abdulrasheed Bello
2021 Jenifa on Lockdown Timini Sitcom Web series
2022 Battle on Buka Street[11] Director Drama Cinematic directorial debut
2023 She Must Be Obeyed Jay Jay Drama Limited series / Assistant Director
A Tribe Called Judah[12][10] Shina Judah Drama Directed by Funke Akindele and Adeoluwa Owu
2024 3 Working Days Drama Directed by Ikechukwu Jerry Ossai

See also

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References

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  1. ^ https://dnbstories.com/2021/08/nollywood-actor-tobi-makinde-timini-full-biography.html
  2. ^ Emmanuel, Solution (2023-01-23). "Tope Adebayo, Tijani Adebayo, Loukman Ali, Tobi Makinde are highest-earning Nollywood directors of 2022-FilmOne". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-02-10.
  3. ^ Ajose, Kehinde (2024-02-03). "I had to behave like thug for A Tribe Called Judah role — Tobi Makinde". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-02-10.
  4. ^ Idowu, Hannah (2021-08-17). "Full biography of Nollywood actor Tobi Makinde (Timini) and other facts about him". DNB Stories Africa. Retrieved 2024-02-10.
  5. ^ Adebayo, Segun (2023-12-31). "Tobi Makinde promises big 2024 in filmmaking". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-02-10.
  6. ^ Enenaite, Blessing (2022-10-16). "I skipped classes for movie auditions –Tobi Makinde". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-02-10.
  7. ^ a b "Tobi Makinde Opens up About Life as a Child Actor and How Funke Akindele Changed His Life". Humans. Retrieved 2024-02-10.
  8. ^ "Tobi Makinde speaks on working relationship with Funke Akindele". The Nation Newspaper.
  9. ^ Oluwadamilola, Olatunji (2023-05-26). ""Battle On Buka Street" Co-Director Tobi Makinde Shares His Story, Working with Funke Akindele & More". Retrieved 2024-02-10.
  10. ^ a b Blessing, Enenaite (2024-01-24). ""I was stretched": Tobi Makinde speaks on role in 'A Tribe Called Judah'". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 2024-02-10.
  11. ^ Kasali, Segun (2023-06-06). "Funke Akindele's Battle on Buka Street sets to launch on Prime Video June 16". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-02-10.
  12. ^ "Portable Inspired My 'Shina' Role In 'A Tribe Called Judah, Says Tobi". Leadership News. 2024-01-26. Retrieved 2024-02-10.