Mustapha Sholagbade Biography: Age, Net Worth, Wife, Kids, Career, Nollywood, Films, Instagram

Mustapha Sholagbade is a talented Nigerian actor, producer, filmmaker, model, brand influencer, MC, motivator, and entrepreneur known for his versatile roles in Yoruba cinema.

With a passion for bringing characters to life through authenticity and purpose, he has built a strong presence in Nollywood, featuring in numerous films while also creating content and running brand partnerships.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Mustapha Ololade Sholagbade
• Stage Name: Mustapha Sholagbade
• Born: January 1, 1989
• Age: 37 years old
• Birthplace: Ebute Metta, Lagos, Nigeria
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Ethnicity: Yoruba
• Occupation: Actor, Producer, Filmmaker, Model, Brand Influencer
• Height: 6’0″ (183 cm)
• Religion: Islam
• Parents: Mr. Sholagbade Ololade and Mrs. Ololade Ayinde
• Siblings: Siblings names not publicly available
• Spouse: Morenikeji Olaniyi
• Children: One
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $300,000 USD

Early Life and Education

Mustapha Ololade Sholagbade was born on January 1, 1989, in Ebute Metta, Lagos, Nigeria. He was brought up by his parents Mr. Sholagbade Ololade and Mrs. Ololade Ayinde in a Muslim family originally from Abeokuta, Ogun State, where he is the first child. Siblings’ names are not publicly available.

He began his education at Kadara Primary School, Ebute Metta, continued at Sojomen Talabi High School, Akute, and completed secondary education at Nawairudeen Secondary School, Ebute Metta. He earned an Ordinary National Diploma in Business Administration from Lagos State Polytechnic and later obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the National Open University of Nigeria. His ethnicity is Yoruba and religion is Islam.

Career

Mustapha Sholagbade started his acting career in 2005 and trained under the Odunfa Caucus, graduating in 2010 after mentorship from veteran actor Alhaji Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo), whom he regards as a father figure in the industry. He left a tailoring apprenticeship to pursue his passion for acting despite initial family concerns.

Rising through Yoruba films, he has featured and produced multiple movies, showcasing versatility in lead and supporting roles. His notable works include Iman (2016), Finding Ireti (2022), and 50/50 No Cheating (2023). Beyond acting, he works as a model, MC, brand influencer, and filmmaker while also releasing music tracks.

He has survived a near-death accident in October 2025 and continues to inspire fans with motivational content. His dedication has earned him several accolades in Yoruba cinema.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @mustiphasholagbade
• TikTok Handle: @mustiphasholagbade
• Twitter/X Handle: @mustiphashola

Personal Life

Mustapha Sholagbade, 37 years old, is married to Morenikeji Olaniyi, with whom he shares a son. The couple got married in 2017 after a court, Nikkah, church, and reception ceremony. He has a publicly known past relationship with makeup artist Dewunmi Fatai, referred to as his baby mama, from which he has children. He is currently married and not engaged to anyone else. His height is 6’0″ (183 cm).

Net Worth

Mustapha Sholagbade‘s net worth is estimated at $300,000 USD. His income primarily comes from:

• Acting and producing Yoruba films
• Brand endorsements and influencer deals
• Music releases
• Modeling
• MC gigs
• Content creation on social media platforms

Filmography

• Iman (2016)
• Finding Ireti (2022)
• 50/50 No Cheating (2023)
• Various Yoruba movies as actor and producer