Today is her birthday, so she is one year older and she looks amazing! this lady looks delicious. Though we're celebrating the birthday queen of "Osexynation", we have to ask, how old is Omotola Jalade Ekeinde?
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde's early life
- She was born on 7 February 1978. So Omotola Jalade age is 40 now.
- Her homeland is Ondo, Lagos State.
- There were three children in Omotola Jalade family: she and two younger brothers.
- She studied at Obafemi Awolowo University and Yaba College of Technology where received a degree in estate management.
When you look at this gorgeous lady it is difficult to believe that she is already forty and has four children. She a stunning photo of herself on Instagram to thank God for her new age.
Career
Being forty years already, Omotola is one of the most successful actresses in the African continent. Today she is known as a former model, successful actress, philanthropist, and singer. Omotola is a notable figure in the Nigerian film industry. She is considered the most popular African actress.
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Omotola Jalade debut in Nigerian film was in 1995. From that moment, she has acted in over 300 films.
Omotola Jalade is the first African star to have more than 1 million likes on Facebook. At the moment, she also has more than 3 million followers. And more than two million followers on Instagram.
Her music career rapidly developed since 2005. The debut album is GBA. The second studio work was named Me, Myself, and Eyes. Omotola was assisted by The Bridge Entertainment and attracted talented songwriters and producers to the development of her album. She wanted to create a sound that would please the American listeners.
In 2013, Jalade was listed among the 100 most influential people on the planet. Also, in this rating were such personalities as Michelle Obama, Beyonce, and Kate Middleton. In 2014, the Nigerian government made her Member of the Order of the Federal Republic, MFR. This honor is due to her significant contribution to the Nigerian film industry.
Philanthropy
The activity of this all-round talented lady is aimed not only at show business but also humanitarian assistance to needy people. She is United Nations WFP Ambassador since 2005. Ekeinde took part in Sierra- Leone, and Liberia missions.
One of her charity project is Omotola Youth Empowerment Programme. In November 2013 Omotola participated in the WISE Summit which was organized in Doha, Qatar.
Family
Omotola is married to Capt. Matthew Ekeinde since 1996. Their white ceremony took place in 2001 aboard the Dash 7 during a flight from Lagos to Benin. Close friends and family members were invited.
The first daughter of the actress was born on March 30, 1997. Currently, she has 4 children: Princess (1997), M.J. Ekeinde (1998), Meraiah (2000), Michael (2002).
Now you know how old is Omotola Jalade. We wish the talented actress a happy birthday and more career success.
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Source: Naija.ng