Olaniyi Afonja

Olaniyi Mikail Afonja (born 14 October 1974), well known as Sanyeri, is a Nigerian comedian, actor and film maker.

Early life and education
Born in Bola Area of Oyo town in Oyo State as the first child of his parents, Olaniyi had his formal education at St. Michael Primary School, Òkè-èbó, Oyo State and Durbar Grammar School, Oyo Town, Oyo State where he finished his secondary school education.

Career
Olaniyi's acting career started in 1992, after joining a theatre group introduced to him by a friend. In 1996, Olaniyi relocated to Lagos State to further his career and has since starred in several Yoruba films.

Filmography

 * Idera (2022) as Baba Ige
 * Blackout (2021) as Ekong
 * Esin (2021) as Ayanda
 * Jenifa (2008) as Adio Onikoko
 * Omo University (2015) as Yaya
 * Apesin (2006) as Ogboni
 * Omo mi (2006) as Asogba
 * Esin (2021) as Ayanda
 * Osan ja (2013) as Salisu
 * Black Day (2018) as Mufu
 * Ise Imole (2009) as Sanyeri
 * Alakada 2 (2013) as Conductor
 * The Cock-Tale (2020) as Lakunle
 * Queen Lateefat (2021) as Adekanbi

Personal life
Olaniyi is married to Omolara Afonja with whom he has two children.