Foluke Daramola-Salako

Foluke Daramola-Salako is a respected Nigerian actress, filmmaker, and activist who has shaped Nollywood for over two decades. Born in 1978, she holds a degree in Drama from Obafemi Awolowo University and a PhD in Philosophy. She shot to fame with the 1998 classic Owo Blow and earned an AMAA nomination for her role in The Cobweb.

Beyond her memorable screen roles, Foluke is a fierce advocate for social change. Through her foundation, PARA Africa, she fights against rape and abuse while providing a vital safety net of healthcare and financial support for elderly, struggling Nollywood veterans.

Married to Kayode Salako, she balances her creative life with heavy community involvement. Looking ahead, she is taking her passion for service into the political arena, running under the APC banner for a House of Representatives seat in Nigeria's 2027 elections to create direct, systemic impact.