Tope Olowoniyan, whose full name is Temitope Elizabeth Olowoniyan, stands as a prominent Nigerian actress, television host, producer, and entrepreneur. Born on December 22, 1992, in Zaria, Kaduna State, she has appeared in numerous Nollywood films and series while gaining recognition for hosting programs and creating content via platforms like Linda Ikeji TV, TVC Communications, and her production company.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Temitope Elizabeth Olowoniyan |
| Date of Birth | 22 December 1992 |
| Place of Birth | Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Yoruba background |
| Partner | Currently single |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actress, television host/presenter, executive producer, entrepreneur (jewelry brand owner) |
| Net Worth | $100,000-$300,000 |
Early Life and Education
Tope Olowoniyan entered the world on December 22, 1992, in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria, where she spent her formative years.
She was primarily raised by her mother, Layo Oluwakoseunti, alongside four older siblings following her father’s departure from the family. Hausa served as her initial language, with Yoruba skills sharpening after relocating to Lagos.
She completed secondary school at Demonstration Secondary School in Zaria. Tope pursued higher education at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, earning a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature around 2014, while minoring in Theatre Arts and engaging in stage performances.
To bolster her media expertise, she earned a diploma in television presenting in 2015, trained at the Multichoice Talent Factory in 2020, and studied presentation techniques in the United Kingdom post-NYSC.
Career
Tope launched her performance journey during university through stage plays in English and Theatre Arts. Post-graduation and NYSC, she aimed for TV presenting with overseas training but pivoted to film auditions amid job challenges.
Her screen debut came around 2015-2016 with projects like Growing Old and Everyday People. She hosted shows such as The Interview and Verified at Linda Ikeji TV from 2016 to 2018, then worked on contract with TVC Communications from 2019 to 2025. In Nollywood, she amassed over 50 credits, shining in numerous roles.
As executive producer and founder of Bayla Productions, she helmed works including Love Notes with Tope, The Father’s Path, Lights, Camera, It’s My Turn, and My Favorite Christmas Memory.
Tope also runs Jewelsby Tee, a luxury jewelry brand in Lagos. In 2023, her striking body transformation highlighted her dedication to fitness for demanding roles.
Personal Life
Tope Olowoniyan remains single with no public marriage records. She once shared details of a serious relationship that reached engagement but dissolved prior to wedlock. No current partnership or children appear in confirmed public accounts.
Of Yoruba ethnicity yet raised in Northern Nigeria, she speaks fluent Hausa and Yoruba and practices Christianity. She navigated personal losses, including her grandparents’ passing during King of Boys: The Return of the King filming amid pandemic pressures.
Net Worth
Tope Olowoniyan estimated net worth in the range of approximately $100,000 to $300,000, reflecting income from acting, TV presenting, brand deals, and her entrepreneurial ventures.
Selected Filmography
Her screen credits span dramas, romances, and thrillers, with notable entries (selection, approximate years):
- Dead Tide (c. 2025)
- Summer Rain (c. 2025)
- The Covenant (c. 2025)
- The Party (c. 2025)
- Hearts Over Time (c. 2024)
- Ajaga (The Yoke) (c. 2024)
- Hey You! (2022)
- Something Like Gold (2023)
- GuynMan
- Weather for Two
- Sistá
- Walk Alone
- Dwindle (2021)
- Between Silence & Truth
- King of Boys: The Return of the King (series; as Aisha Banjo)
- Blind to See (early feature)
Awards and Nominations
Tope Olowoniyan earned a nomination at the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards 2025 for “Best Kiss.” Additional honors may exist but lack comprehensive public documentation.
