Foluke Daramola-Salako is a prominent Nigerian actress, producer, philanthropist, and women’s rights activist best known for her powerful performances in Yoruba and English Nollywood films.
A veteran of over 25 years of acting career, she combines artistry with bold advocacy against rape, domestic violence, and child abuse through her widely respected NGO, Passion Against Rape and Abuse in Africa (PARAA).
Foluke Daramola Biography
| Real Name | Foluke Daramola |
| Ethnicity | Yoruba |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Education | Obafemi Awolowo University |
| Height | 5 feet 7 inches |
| Parents | Mr. and Mrs. Daramola |
| Siblings | Two |
| Spouse | Kayode Salako (m. 2013) |
| Children | Jedadiah and Ayomide |
| Relationship | Married |
Early Life and Education
Foluke Daramola (born on February 15, 1978, 47 years old) is from Ekiti state, Nigeria, and was brought up in a middle-class Christian home by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daramola.
She showed early talent for drama and public speaking, winning several school competitions. She gained admission to Obafemi Awolowo University to study Theatre Arts, but left after two years when acting opportunities became too demanding to combine with academics.
Career
Foluke started acting in Nollywood back in ’98 through Ajina Oro, then quickly gained attention, landing parts in Omo Odo by 2000, Afonja two years later, and in the hit Omo Ghetto movies.
She’s known for playing deep, influential roles across Yoruba-language and English-language flicks, and she’s appeared in more than 150 productions so far.
She put out movies like Iya Alalake, Omo Bishop, and also Cobweb. Back in 2013, she started PARAA – Passion Against Rape and Abuse in Africa – which has helped many survivors while shaping talks around sexual violence. Still today, she speaks up more than most in Nollywood when it comes to abuse tied to gender.
Social Media
Instagram Handle: @folukedaramolasalako
Twitter Handle: @folukedaramola
Personal Life
First, Foluke was married to Babatunde Sobowale from 2005 until their highly publicized divorce in 2008; the couple had two children.
In 2013, she married activist and politician Kayode Salako in a highly publicized, lavish ceremony.
The couple has weathered public controversies but remains together, often advocating as a team.
A passionate cook and lover of Afro-juju music, Foluke is a fitness enthusiast who divides her time between Lagos and humanitarian work across Nigeria.
Net Worth
Foluke Daramola-Salako is a prominent Nigerian actress, producer, and philanthropist with an estimated net worth of $400,000, accumulated from acting fees, film production, brand endorsements (such as real estate and skincare lines), speaking engagements, and funding into NGOs. Her combination of box-office success and societal influence places her among the most influential and financially secure veterans in Nollywood.
