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Peju Ogunmola (born 10 April 1966) is a Nigerian film actress, playwright, director, and producer. She is known for her roles in Maradona (2003), Mafi Wonmi (2008), Toromade (2009), and Apaadi (2009).

She has also appeared in blockbusters like Omo Ghetto (2010), King of Thieves (2022), Beast of Two Worlds (2024), and House of Ga’a (2024). She received a Special Recognition Award at the 2016 City People Entertainment Awards.

Peju Ogunmola
Peju Ogunmola biography
Yoruba film actress.
Personal Details
Name:Peju Ogunmola
Born:10 April 1966 (age 60 years old)
State of origin:Ekiti State
Citizenship:Nationality
Parents:Kola Ogunmola (father)
Occupation:Actress, playwright, director, producer
Known for:King of Thieves (2022)
House of Ga’a (2024)
Ìyálóde (2025)
Spouse:Sunday Omobolanle

Early Life

Peju Ogunmola was born on 10 April 1966 to the legendary actor Kola Ogunmola. She hails from Okemesi-Ekiti in Ekiti State, Nigeria.

She comes from a family celebrated in Nigerian theatre and began performing during her secondary school. Her brother, Yomi Ogunmola, was a respected film director and actor.

Career

Ogunmola began acting in the 90s. She starred alongside Olu Jacobs and Joke Silva in the 1993 TV series Owuro Lojo, created by Bunmi Oyinsan. She has appeared in classic films such as Kòseégbé (1995) and Àmì Ọ̀run (1995).

She also landed roles in Tóyín Tòmatò (2003) as Deola, Ògédé Didùn (2003) as Iya Bose, Maradona (2003) as Bolanle, Gbeyo (2003), April fúùlù (2003), and Òwú ìyá (2004).

Ogunmola has also appeared in hits like Adani magbagbe (2008), Toromade (2009), Apaadi (2009), and the classic 2009 Yoruba drama movie Ija ola. She played Iyaafin Adedayo in the 2009 drama Iró funfun, directed by Muhydeen S. Ayinde and written by Femi Adebayo.

She has appeared in Nollywood blockbusters like Omo Ghetto (2010) as Ayomide’s Mother and Omo University (2015) as Mama Dapo. She received the Special Recognition Award for her remarkable contributions to the growth of the Movie Industry (Nollywood) at the 2016 City People Entertainment Awards.

In 2017, the award-winning actress hosted the “UNIOSUN Illumination” empowerment and arts seminar at Osun State University with fellow theatre professionals. She portrayed Mama in the TV series Pandora’s Box and Lalonpe in the 2022 epic blockbuster King of Thieves.

The veteran actress played Iyalode in the 2024 fantasy film Beast of Two Worlds, directed by Odunlade Adekola and Adebayo Tijani. She also portrayed Iyaloja in the 2024 history drama film House of Ga’a.

Veteran actress Peju Ogunmola dancing while standing
Veteran actress Peju Ogunmola has starred in Nollywood movies of Yoruba genres for over 35 years.

Ogunmola appeared in the 2025 film Ìyálóde, directed by Adebayo Tijani. Odunlade Adekola honoured her with a standing ovation at the Odunlade Adekola Film Production (OAFP) Awards.

She played Iya Ibeji in the 2026 crime film Iyanu, starring Biola Adebayo, Taiwo Adeyemi, and Regina Chukwu.

In July 2026, she was announced as a recipient of Special Recognition Awards at the 18th edition of Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, scheduled to be held in November.

Personal Life

Peju is married to actor Sunday Omobolanle. She is the stepmother to her husband’s children from his previous marriage, including actor Sunkanmi Omobolanle.

Sadly, she lost her only child, Ayomikun Omobolanle, whom she shared with her husband in September 2025, after he suffered a brief illness. He had completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme months earlier. Her brother, Yomi Ogunmola, passed away in 2003.

Filmography

  • Iyanu (2026)
  • Ìyálóde (2025)
  • House of Ga’a (2024)
  • Aburo (2024)
  • Beast of Two Worlds (2024)
  • The Thorns (2024)
  • The Notebook (2024)
  • Malaika (2023)
  • Ogeere (2023)
  • Oyin Alagbe (2022)
  • Romeo (2022)
  • King of Thieves (2022)
  • Adele (2021)
  • Aiye Akamara (2021)
  • Ajibade (2021)
  • Pandora’s Box (2021)
  • Iwo (2020)
  • Idunnu Obi (2016)
  • Omo University (2015)
  • Ìsèse (2011)
  • Omo Ghetto (2010)
  • Apaadi (2009)
  • Ija ola (2009)
  • Iró funfun (2009)
  • Toromade (2009)
  • Adani magbagbe (2008)
  • Mafi wonmi (2008)
  • Alagbara (2007)
  • Aya imule (2007)
  • Aye kilere mi (2007)
  • Ejide (2007)
  • Ekuro (2007)
  • Kootu olohun (2007)
  • Adayetan (2006)
  • Awure eni (2006)
  • Dokita Alabere (2006)
  • Omo jayejaye (2006)
  • Kajola (2005)
  • Mi’ ofoworola (2005)
  • Nkan asiri (2005)
  • Ofin kokanla (2005)
  • Òwú ìyá (2004)
  • Erin lakatabu (2004)
  • Mosope (2004)
  • April fúùlù (2003)
  • Gbeyo (2003)
  • Maradona (2003)
  • Ògédé Didùn (2003)
  • Tóyín Tòmatò (2003)
  • Ami Orun (1995)
  • Kòseégbé (1995)
  • Owuro Lojo (1993)

References

  1. Friday Omosola. “Enugu to host BON Awards in November”. Premium Times.
  2. Olumide Alake. “Odunlade Adekola Honours Peju Ogunmola with Standing Ovation at Star-Studded Awards Ceremony”. Legit News.
  3. Adedayo Showemimo. “Full List Of Winners at 2016 City People Entertainment Awards”. www.thenet.ng.
  4. Yewande Fasan. “Chanters serenade Peju Ogunmola on 60th birthday”. The Nation.
  5. Musa Adekunle. “Actress Peju Ogunmola returns to acting months after losing only child”. Guardian Life.
  6. “Happy 59th Birthday to a Legendary Ekiti Daughter, Peju Ogunmola”. www.ekitiparapouk.org.