Efe Irele is a Nigerian actress, model and video vixen. She’s a talented actress and one of the fine faces of Nigeria’s movie industry, the Nollywood.
Let’s delve into Efe Irele’s biography, career, marital life, other businesses and many more.
Early Life and Background
Efeilomo Michelle Irele was born on the 4th of September, 1990 in Lagos Nigeria. Efe Irele hails from Edo State in South Southern part of Nigeria but has lived all her life in Lagos.
Educational Journey
Efe started her educational journey at Corona Primary School, Lagos and proceeded to Queens College, Yaba, Lagos for her secondary school education and school leaving certificate.
She proceeded to Bowen University Osun State where she bagged a BSc degree in Sociology and went further to the United Kingdom where she gained her master’s degree in Human Resource Management from University of Chester.
Career Journey, Awards and Achievements
Efe Irele made her career entry into the entertainment industry in 2012 as a model and video vixen, featuring in music videos for notable artists like Burna Boy and Adekunle Gold.
She however entered into acting properly in 2016 when she landed her first role in the Iroko TV series, Aso Ebi. She has since then gone ahead to feature in numerous Nollywood movies and series, including Real Side Chics, Wrong Kind of War, Zahra, and Scandals.
Awards and Achievements
Efe Irele has received several accolades for her contributions to the Nigerian film industry some of which includes;
- 2018 City People Entertainment Awards: Best Upcoming Actress of the Year (English) and Best New Actress of the Year (English).
- 2019 Best of Nollywood Awards: Nominated for Revelation of the Year – Female.
- 2023 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards: Best Supporting Actress for her role in Zahra.
Philantrophy and Community Activity
In addition to her acting career, Efe is also known for her philanthropic efforts. She launched the Efe Irele Autism Foundation in 2018 to support children with autism.
Is Efe Irele Married?
Actress Efe Irele has not opened up on her love or marital life but there has been rumours and indications that she is secretly hitched to Nigerian politician and businessman Akin Alabi.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Efe Irele is worth an estimated $1.2 million USD.
