Olaniyi Afonja (Sanyeri) Net Worth And Filmography

Olaniyi Afonja is one of the funniest Yoruba actors. Born March 14, 1974, he had an illustrious career in Nollywood. One of his comedy movies he has starred in is “Sanyeri”. It might surprise you to know that he has been acting since 1992, but didn’t become so popular until he relocated to Lagos state, and joined a theater group.
Olaniyi Mikail Afonja, popularly known as Sanyeri, is a Nigerian comedian, actor and producer.
Olaniyi Afonja a.k.a SANYERI
Born 14 October 1974 (age 45)
Oyo State, Nigeria
Nationality Nigerian
Citizenship Nigerian
Occupation Actor,Comedian
Spouse(s) Hawawu Omolara Afonja (m. 2013)
Children 2
Early life and education
Born in Oyo State as the first child of his parents, Olaniyi had his formal education at St. Michael Primary School, Oke-Ibo, Oyo State and Durbar Grammar School, Oyo Town, Oyo State where he completed his secondary school education.
Career
Olaniyi’s acting career started in 1992, after joining a theatre group introduced to him by a friend. In 1996, Olaniyi relocated to Lagos State to further his career and has since starred in several Yoruba films.
Filmography
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Obakeye
Awero
Edun Ara
Jenifa
Opa Kan
Omo Carwash
Sekere
Mawe Ku
Sanyeri in London
Ibale
Apaadi
Olu Omo
Koboko
Salako Alagbe
Omo Iya Meji
Mama Do Good
Osole
Sanyeri Oloka
Area Boys
Ise Awako
Waheed Kolero
Afoju Meta
Were Merin
Kosi Tabi sugbon
Saworo
Personal life
Olaniyi is married to Omolara Afonja with whom he has two children.
Afonja net worth
He is one of the richest Yoruba movie star. His net worth is estimated at $450, 000.