Acting
Ropo Ewenla is a distinguished Nigerian actor, filmmaker, voice-over artist, writer, and cultural consultant celebrated across Nigeria, Ghana, the Benin Republic, and South Africa. He gained significant exposure for his compelling portrayal of Jeje Amoo in the popular Showmax telenovela Wura, where his performance earned wide recognition in the Nollywood scene.
With academic credentials that include a BA in English Literature from Obafemi Awolowo University and a Master’s degree from the University of Ibadan, Ewenla brings depth and nuance to his creative endeavours. As Deputy Media Director at the University of Ibadan, his leadership in media and arts administration furthers his impact as a media entrepreneur and cultural advocate.
Ewenla’s stage and screen repertoire spans acclaimed works such as Citation (2020), Inside Life (2022), Over the Bridge (2023), and the epic Anikulapo (2022), in which he portrayed Asohun Oba, showcasing his versatility as a supporting actor in major Nollywood productions.
Beyond acting, he is a respected voice in cultural activism, having served on the board of the Committee for Relevant Art (CORA) Foundation and as Secretary-General of PEN Nigeria, contributing to discourse on Yoruba culture, media, and political engagement.
Popular in | Nollywood |
Popular as | Acting |
Gender | MALE |
Year | Movie & Role |
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2025 | Cordelia as |
2024 | The Fuji Documentary: Mr. Fuji: Barry Wonder as themselves |
2023 | Over the Bridge as Ayorode |
2022 | Aníkúlápó as Asohun Oba |
2021 | Cordelia as |
2020 | Citation as Dr. Grillo |