Eniola Badmus
Eniola Badmus, (born 7 September 1983),[1] is a Nigerian film actress.[2] She came into limelight in year 2008 after she featured in the film Jenifa.[3]
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Eniola Badmus in 2014. | |
Born | Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria | 7 September 1983
Nationality | Nigerian |
Alma mater | |
Occupation | |
Years active | 2000–2020 |
Known for | Jenifa and Omo Ghetto |
Early life and education
Eniola was born in Lagos Nigeria she had her basic and secondary school education in Ijebu Ode [4] She proceeded to the University of Ibadan where she studied Theatre Arts and then Lagos State University where she graduated with an M.Sc degree in Economics.[5]
Career
Eniola's career in acting professional started in the year 2000 until in 2008 when she shot to recognition upon starring in two Yoruba films titled Jenifa and Omo Ghetto.[6] Both movies are instrumental to her rise in the Nigeria entertainment industry which has since seen her star as both lead and supporting actress in several Yoruba and English films.[7][8]
Death rumor
On 20 October 2020, Badmus was rumored to have been shot during the Lekki Massacre of #EndSARS protesters.[9] However, she was quick to debunk the rumor that she is dead and stated in fact that she was not present during the protest.[10]
Filmography
Selected filmography
- Jenifa
- Angelina
- Village Babes
- Oreke Temi
- Blackberry Babes
- Mr. & Mrs Ibu
- Wicked Step-mother
- Child Seller[11]
- Adun Ewuro
- Visa Lottery
- Ojukwu the War Lord
- Police Academy
- Not My Queen
- Battle for Justice
- Miss Fashion
- Eefa
- Omo Esu
- " Black Val"
- GhettoBred
- Househelp
- Karma
- Big Offer
- Jenifa
- Omo-Ghetto
- Daluchi
- Funke
- Miracle
- The-Spell
- Oshaprapra
- Omo ghetto the saga
Endorsement deal
In March 2016, Eniola was unveiled as a brand ambassador for telecommunication company Etisalat.[12]
- Western Lotto
- Indomine
- Peak milk
Awards and nominations
Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Result | Ref | Note |
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2010 | 2010 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Nominated | [13] | — |
2011 | 2011 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role (Yoruba) | Nominated | [14] | |
Best Crossover in a Film | Won | [15] | |||
2012 | 2012 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actress in a Yoruba film | Nominated | [16] | |
2014 | City People Entertainment Awards 2014 | Best Actress of the Year (Yoruba) | Won | [17] | |
2014 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards | Best Comedic Act | Nominated | [18] | ||
2015 | 2015 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards | Won | [19] | with Akpororo | |
2015 Black Entertainment Film Fashion Television and Arts | Best Actress in Africa | Won | [20] | — |
Best movie actress city people 2017 Best actress 2018 (Plus size African fashion week)
See also
References
- Oni, Iyanu. "Much Ado about Eniola Badmus Real Age". Daily Times of Nigeria. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
- "An average man but without body or mouth odour — Eniola Badmus". Vanguard Newspaper. 24 January 2015. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- "Can Never Go Nude, Even For $1 Million – Eniola Badmus". Naij. 25 July 2014. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- Badmus, Kayode (22 December 2015). "Eniola Badmus Biography,Age,Movies & Profile". BiographyRoom. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- Badmus, Kayode (8 September 2015). "Eniola Badmus: 10 quick facts about your favourite plus-size actress". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- Sholola, Damilola (9 November 2014). "I can't have a party without alcohol — Eniola Badmus". Vanguard Newspaper. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- "Eniola Badmus Biography, Profile, Movies & Life History". NaijaGists. 3 October 2012. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- "Eniola Badmus Speaks On Her Rumoured Death". 042coded.com.ng. Passstyle Onyeka. Retrieved 12 April 2019.
- "Actress Eniola Badmus Alledgely Shot And Dead (Video)". The African Media. 20 October 2020. Retrieved 21 October 2020.
- "Actress Eniola Badmus Debunks Rumors of Being Shot". The African Media. 21 October 2020. Retrieved 21 October 2020.
- Eniola Badmus Played A Fast One On Mercy Johnson - In " Child Seller ", irokotv Nollywood, Retrieved 2 June 2016
- Showemimo, Adedayo (11 April 2016). "Nollywood actress, Eniola Badmus joins Olamide and Ice Prince as Etisalat ambassador". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Retrieved 29 June 2016.
- "Nollywood stars share limelight at 2010 awards". Media Trust. 25 December 2010. Archived from the original on 11 June 2016. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- Ehi James, Osaremen (3 November 2011). "The Big Fights In This Year's BON Awards". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- Pulse Mix (16 November 2011). "BON Awards 2011: And the Winners Are..." Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- Agunanna, Chilee (13 November 2012). "The BON award winners announced". Africa Magic. Archived from the original on 6 August 2016. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- Dachen, Isaac (23 June 2014). "She Is The Best Eniola Badmus Wins City People's Best Actress of Year (Yoruba)". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- "GHANAIAN STARTS NOMINATED FOR GOLDEN ICONS ACADEMY MOVIE AWARDS". HF Magazine. 8 August 2012. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- "Photos & Winners! Jim Iyke, Clarion Chukwurah, Eniola Badmus, Rita Dominic & More at the 2015 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards (GIAMA)". BellaNaija. 20 October 2015. Retrieved 1 June 2016.
- Tolu (2 November 2015). "Eniola Badmus Wins 2nd International Award In A Row". Information Nigeria. Retrieved 1 June 2016.