Yolanda Okereke Biography, Age, State Of Origin, Husband, Son, Net Worth

Yolanda Okereke is a Nigerian fashion stylist, costume designer, and creative producer who has changed the way stories are told in Nollywood with her visionary work. She is well-known in Nigeria’s entertainment industry for her attention to detail and ability to weave cultural stories into movies and TV shows. She has received praise for her work on famous projects like La Femme Anjola and King of Boys.

Yolanda Okereke Biography

Early Life and Education

Yolanda Okereke (born August 14, 1985, 40 years old) is from Anambra State, southeastern Nigeria. Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Okereke, were Christians and raised her that way. Yolanda studied Chemical Engineering at a school in Nigeria. Initially, she believed this would help her secure a job in the oil industry.

Career

Celebrity Stylist Yolanda Okereke began her career in fashion in 2009 by dressing celebrities for red-carpet events. Her natural talent and sharp eye for detail quickly earned her clients, including Nollywood stars Rita Dominic, Kate Henshaw, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and Desmond Elliot.

She made her debut as a costume designer in 2012 when she was hired to work on the set of Rita Dominic’s The Meeting. She became a rising star in Nollywood’s costume design scene thanks to the widespread praise for her work on this romantic comedy-drama.

Since then, Yolanda has influenced the visual aesthetic of many popular TV series and movies, such as Day of Destiny, Blood Sisters, King of Boys, La Femme Anjola, and The Wedding Party.

She is a sought-after collaborator with production companies such as Netflix, EbonyLife, and Inkblot, due to her ability to tell stories through costumes that blend African culture with contemporary aesthetics.

Okereke Yolanda founded The Rani Company, a premier costume design and styling business, as well as The Wardrobe Shack, a costume rental house specialising in large-scale projects.

In 2024, she was named Nollywood’s highest-grossing costume designer, demonstrating her creative and influential impact. Yolanda also worked in production, most notably on the 2007 movie “Tattoo” and the 2024 series “Aso Ebi Diaries,” which showcased her versatility.

Filmography

• The Meeting (2012) – Costume Designer
• The Wedding Party (2016) – Costume Designer
• King of Boys (2018) – Costume Designer
• La Femme Anjola (2021) – Costume Designer
• Blood Sisters (2022, Netflix) – Costume Designer
• Day of Destiny (2021) – Costume Designer
• House of Ga’a (2024) – Costume Designer
• Aso Ebi Diaries (2024) – Costume Designer, Producer
• Tattoo (2007) – Producer
• MTV Shuga (TV Series) – Costume Designer
• These Boots: A Photo Story – Co-Creator, Stylist

Awards and Nominations

• Won: Eko Star and TV Award for Best Film and TV Costume Designer
• Nominated: Best Costume Designer for La Femme Anjola at the 2022 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA)
• Nominated: Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) for The Meeting
• Won: Best Fashion Collaboration Film at FAME Week Africa (2024)
• Recognised: Listed among the “100 Most Influential Young Africans” by Africa Youth Awards (2018, conflicting reports)

Social Media

Instagram Handle: @yolandaokereke

Personal Life

Yolanda Okereke was married to her now late husband actor Karibi Fubara, a Nollywood actor who starred in Quam’s Money and Before 30.

The couple welcomed a son together after getting married on December 29, 2018. Yolanda was left widowed when Karibi tragically died in December 2021 following a fight with kidney cancer.

She has stayed single ever since, concentrating on her work and her son’s upbringing. Living in Lagos, Nigeria, Yolanda continues to thrive as a creative entrepreneur.

Net Worth

Yolanda Okereke is a well-known costume designer and creative producer with a net worth of $300,000. She earns money by working on major movies and TV shows, managing her businesses (The Rani Company and The Wardrobe Shack), and collaborating with prominent production companies.