Timini Egbuson biography, career achievements, rise to fame

Timini Egbuson is a popular Nigerian actor, movie producer known for his strong screen presence and charming roles in both television and film.

He rose to fame through the popular TV series Tinsel and later became widely celebrated for his performance in the 2023 blockbuster A Tribe Called Judah.

Profile summary

Name: Timini Egbuson

Born: June 10, 1987

Place of birth: Bayelsa

Education: University of Lagos

Religion: Christianity

Relationship status: Single

Career: Actor

Background

Timini Egbuson was born on June 10, 1987, in Bayelsa State, located in Nigeria’s South-South region.

He grew up in a family that later became well known in the Nigerian entertainment industry. He is the younger brother of popular actress Dakore Akande.

For his early education, Timini attended Greenspring Montessori, The Afro School, and St. Catherine’s in Lagos.

He later moved on to Adebayo Mokuolu College in Lagos State, where he completed his secondary school education.

Afterward, he gained admission into the University of Lagos, where he studied Psychology and graduated in 2011.

Acting Career

Timini began his professional acting career in 2010 when he featured in the popular M-Net soap opera Tinsel.

The series gave him early exposure and helped him build a solid foundation in Nollywood.

Over the years, he expanded into films and quickly became one of the most sought-after actors of his generation.

He gained major recognition for his role in Elevator Baby, which earned him the Best Actor in a Drama award at the 2020 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA).

He has also featured in several notable productions including Fifty, Isoken, Breaded Life, The Intern, Dear Affy, Dwindle, Ponzi, and Big Love.

In 2023, he starred in A Tribe Called Judah, one of the highest-grossing Nigerian films of that year.

On television, Timini has appeared in series such as Skinny Girl in Transit, Fifty: The Series, and The Smart Money Woman, where he played the character Bobby from 2020 to 2024.

He was also part of the cast of MTV Shuga, including a special COVID-19 awareness edition released in 2020 to educate viewers across Africa.

Filmography

Some of Timini Egbuson’s popular films include:

• Elevator Baby
• Fifty
• Isoken
• Breaded Life
• The Intern
• Dear Affy
• Dwindle
• Ponzi
• Big Love
• A Tribe Called Judah
• Meeting Funmi’s Parents
• Ajosepo
• Unexpected Places
• Reel Love, amongst others.

Awards

Timini has received several nominations and awards throughout his career.

His biggest win came in 2020 when he won Best Actor in a Drama at the AMVCA for his role in Elevator Baby.

He has also been nominated for multiple awards, including categories at the Best of Nollywood Awards and the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards.

In addition, he won the Net Honours award for Most Popular Actor in 2021.

Personal life

Timini Egbuson is not married. Although he has been linked to relationships in the past, he keeps details about his personal life private.

His sister, Dakore Akande, remains one of the respected figures in Nollywood and has served as a brand ambassador for several international organisations.

Net worth

With an estimated net worth of about $500,000, Timini Egbuson is regarded as one of the successful actors of his generation.

His earnings come from acting, brand endorsements, and other media engagements.