Omoni Oboli is a Nigerian actress, writer, film director, and businesswoman. She was born in April 22nd 1978 in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria, and grew up in a small village called Mosogar in Delta State. Omoni has made a significant impact in Nollywood, the Nigerian film industry, with her notable performances in various movies. At the age of 45, she holds the distinction of being the first Nollywood actress to win the Best Actress award at two international festivals. Omoni is also highly regarded for her philanthropic efforts, as she is dedicated to helping those in need. In addition to her successful career, she is the CEO of Dionivisions, showcasing her entrepreneurial skills.

Omoni Oboli

Early Life And Education 

Omoni Oboli was born in Benin City, which is located in Edo State, Nigeria. She comes from the village of Mosogar in Delta State. Omoni completed her primary and secondary education in Benin City before enrolling at the University of Benin, where she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in French with a Second Class Upper division. After completing her undergraduate studies, she pursued further education at the New York Film Academy, where she participated in a 4-week workshop focused on digital editing.

Career 

Omoni began her acting career with a role as a secretary in the movie Bitter Encounter in 1996. She then acted in Shame and played the main female roles in Not My Will, Destined To Die, and Another Campus Tale. However, after a short stint in the film industry, she took a break to complete her university education and got married. She did not return to acting for a decade, and when she did in 2009, she found the industry had changed and didn't have a place for her anymore. This almost made her quit acting altogether, but instead, she decided to start producing her own films.

Omoni has written several screenplays, including Wives On Strike and The Rivals, a film she co-produced with a friend. The Rivals won the award for Best International Drama at the New York International Independent Film & Video Festival, making it the first Nigerian film to be premiered at the festival since it began in 2003. The festival's judges gave the film a 3-star rating out of 4.

Omoni Oboli has starred in numerous popular films such as The Figurine (2009), Anchor Baby (2010), Being Mrs Elliot, and Fifty (2015). She also holds the distinction of being the first actress from Nollywood, the Nigerian film industry, to win the Best Actress award at two international festivals not organized by Nigerians or Africans in the same year, 2010. She received these awards at the Harlem International Film Festival and the Los Angeles Movie Awards for her lead role in Anchor Baby.

Parents 

Omoni Oboli was raised by her late father, Chief Mattew Eriyovwe Ukey, who held a prominent position as a former permanent secretary of the Delta Civil Service Commission. While information about her mother is not widely known or available.

Children 

Omoni Oboli has three sons named Tobe Oboli, Gozi Oboli, and Chizi Oboli. Tobe, born on October 4, 2001, is the oldest and is also an actor. Gozi, born on July 26, 2003, is the second child and is known as a YouTuber and influencer. Chizi, born on March 30, 2005, is the youngest and is a dancer and YouTuber. All three boys have actively participated in their mother's social media skits and have played important roles in them.

Husband 

Omoni Oboli is married to Dr. Nnamdi Oboli, who is both a doctor specializing in optometry and a film producer. They got married in 2000 and have been together for 21 years. The couple has three sons and enjoys a fulfilling family life. In addition to his medical practice, Nnamdi is a skilled film producer. He also shares his wisdom and knowledge as a life counselor and author, particularly focusing on marriage and relationships. Nnamdi has written a book titled "For Better For Us" and contributes as a columnist for Motherhood-In-Style Magazine.

Award And nominations

Omoni Oboli has achieved notable recognition and awards throughout her career. In 2010, she won Best Actress Narrative Feature at the Los Angeles Movie Awards and Best Actress at the Harlem International Film Festival. She was also nominated for Best Actress in a leading role at the 2011 Africa Movie Academy Awards. In 2014, she received the Big Screen Actress of the Year award at the ELOY Awards for her role in the movie "Being Mrs Elliott." Omoni has directed several successful films, including "Being Mrs Elliott," "The First Lady," "Wives on Strike," and "Okafor's Law." In 2015, she was honored with the Sun Nollywood "Personality of the Year" award. Additionally, Omoni Oboli became the brand ambassador for LandWey Investment Limited, as announced on her Instagram page in August 2017.

Philanthropy 

Omoni Oboli established "The Omoni Oboli Foundation," a charitable organization aimed at helping underprivileged women and children in Nigerian society. Using her celebrity status, she has been able to bring relief and support to those in need. The foundation has successfully undertaken various projects, including providing meals to street children in Lagos. Omoni's philanthropic efforts through her foundation have made a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Controversy 

Omoni Oboli encountered controversy surrounding her movie, "Okafor's Law," which was scheduled to premiere on March 24, 2017. However, the screening of the movie was halted due to a court injunction. The controversy stemmed from allegations of copyright infringement made by Jude Idada, who claimed to have contributed to the script of "Okafor's Law." Despite the legal challenges, the movie was eventually released on March 31, 2017. The controversy surrounding the film's release sparked discussions and drew attention to the issue of intellectual property rights.

Movies 

1. The Other Side

2. Charlie Charlie

3. Clash

4. Sugar Rush

5. Òlòt?ré

6. Love Is War

7. Moms at War

8. Wives on Strike

9. Wives on Strike: The Revolution

10. The Women

11. My Wife & I

12. Fifty

13. It's Her Day

14. Okafor's Law

15. Wives on Strike

16. Of Bad Faith

17. Fifty

18. The First Lady

19. Lunch Time Heroes

20. Spotlight

21. Code of Silence

22. As Crazy As It Gets

23. The Duplex

24. Being Mrs Elliot

25. Render to Caesar

26. Brother's Keeper

27. Stolen Tomorrow

28. Blue Flames

29. Feathered Dreams

30. Kidnap

31. Anchor Baby

32. Bent Arrows

33. Bursting Out

34. Behind a Smile

35. Edikan

36. Entanglement 4

37. Entanglement 3

38. Entanglement 2

39. Entanglement

40. Guilty Pleasures

41. The Figurine

42. Sweet Tomorrow 2

43. Sweet Tomorrow

44. When the Heart Lies

45. Unfinished Business 2

46. Unfinished Business

47. Yahoo Millionaire

House And Cars

Omoni Oboli, the renowned actress, prefers to keep her personal life private, including the details of her properties. However, it is known that she resides in an extravagant mansion that is reported to have cost millions of naira.

When it comes to her car collection, Omoni Oboli possesses some remarkable vehicles. One of her prized possessions is a Tesla Model X, which holds a value of approximately 48 million naira. Additionally, she owns a Mercedes-Benz GL450, for which she paid a little over 40 million naira. In her garage, you'll also find a luxurious Lexus 460 SUV and a BMW X5 SUV, both of which undoubtedly required a significant investment. Furthermore, she has been spotted driving other high-end vehicles, including a vintage golf cart, a Range Rover Autobiography, and a Mitsubishi Pajero.

Net Worth 

Omoni Oboli is recognized as one of the wealthiest actresses in Nigeria, ranking among the top 10. Her estimated net worth amounts to $2 million dollars.

Social Media Handle

You can find Omoni Oboli on Instagram by searching for her handle, which is @OmoniOboli.