Adedayo Davies is a multifaceted Nigerian entertainer known for his work in acting, comedy, filmmaking, and entrepreneurship. He maintains a consistent presence in Nollywood, delivering strong performances across dramatic and comedic roles despite not being a top-tier celebrity.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Adedayo Davies (also credited as Dayo Davies, Adebayo Davies) |
| Date of Birth | N/A |
| Place of Birth | Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Osun State (from Ilesa) |
| Partner/Spouse | Morenike (Civil Servant) |
| Children | N/S |
| Occupations | Actor, Comedian, Filmmaker, Producer, Photographer, Entrepreneur |
| Net Worth | $150,000-$300,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born in Jos, Plateau State, Davies grew up in Lagos, the heart of Nigeria’s entertainment scene. With family ties to Osun State and Ilesa, he nurtured a love for acting from his teen years. Choosing professional performance over traditional schooling, he launched his career in his twenties.
Career
Entering Nollywood in the early 2000s, Davies built a reputation for adaptability in films and TV. Key credits feature Married but Living Single (2012) as Steven, The Lost Okoroshi (2019) as Chief Mbanefo, Soft Work (2020) as Mr. Kayode, The Bride Price (2023), and I am Nazzy (2022) as Store Manager.
He extends his talents into directing and production, partnering with outlets like M-NET on TV projects. To ensure stability, Davies runs side businesses in photography and coconut oil. His career philosophy prioritizes genuine opportunities guided by faith over chasing fame.
Personal Life
Davies wed civil servant Morenike in 2009 after connecting via text in 2008 and meeting face-to-face in early 2009. Their bond grew steadily through communication and shared principles. By 2017, after seven years together, they awaited children through faith.
Self-described as devout and reserved, Davies handles household cooking, including moin-moin. Morenike supports his work, visiting sets and appreciating his focus on comedic rather than romantic parts.
Net Worth
Adedayo Davies commands an estimated net worth of $150,000–$300,000 USD in 2025. These figures account for his income across acting performances, M-NET television collaborations, film production work, photography gigs, and business initiatives such as coconut oil manufacturing.
Filmography
Davies spans comedy, drama, and action across features and series:
Films:
- Married but Living Single (2012) – Steven
- The Lost Okoroshi (2019) – Chief Mbanefo
- Soft Work (2020) – Mr. Kayode
- The Bride Price (2023)
- I am Nazzy (2022) – Store Manager
Television:
- Various Superstory episodes, including “Point and Kill”
- M-NET series collaborations
- Original series pilot production
Awards and Nominations
Adebayo Davies’ roles in projects like The Lost Okoroshi earned audience praise, though he focuses more on craft than trophy competitions like AMVCA.
