Timini Egbuson is one of the most popular leading men of new Nollywood — the star of Elevator Baby, Skinny Girl in Transit and The Smart Money Woman, and a favourite with younger audiences.
Quick facts
| Name | Timini Egbuson |
|---|---|
| Born | 10 June 1987, Bayelsa State (grew up in Lagos) |
| Education | Psychology, University of Lagos (2011) |
| Sibling | Younger brother of actress Dakore Akande |
| Known for | Tinsel, MTV Shuga, Elevator Baby, Skinny Girl in Transit, The Smart Money Woman, Fifty |
| Awards | AMVCA Best Actor in a Drama (2020); The Future Awards Prize for Acting (2019) |
Starting on Tinsel
After studying psychology at UNILAG, Timini got his first big role in 2010 on M-Net’s soap Tinsel. He went on to play Tobi in the MTV Shuga series, which follows young people and their health and relationships.
Leading man
His role as Dare Williams in Elevator Baby earned him the AMVCA Best Actor in a Drama award in 2020. He became a fan favourite in web series like Skinny Girl in Transit and as Bobby in The Smart Money Woman (2020–2024), and has starred in films such as Fifty and Manhunting with My Mum.
Youth appeal
With his social media presence and roles in youth-centred stories, Timini is often seen as part of the generation taking Nollywood to streaming platforms.
Net worth and businesses
His income comes from film and TV roles, brand deals and appearances. Celebrity net worth figures online are mostly guesses — none of the big numbers you see are verified, so treat them with care.
