aka Deza the Great
November 7, 1980 (46 years old)
Lagos, Nigeria
NG
Adekanla Aderinola Desalu, widely recognized as Deza the Great, is a multifaceted Nigerian talent excelling as an actor, filmmaker, and former banker. He earned a B.Sc. in Actuarial Science from the University of Lagos and an MBA in Artificial Intelligence from Nexford University. Transitioning from a successful banking career, including a role as Regional Client Engagement Officer at Sterling Bank, Deza ventured into Nollywood, amassing over 150 acting credits and producing seven films. Notable works include Beyond Perfection (2024), Role Play (2022), and Hot Mess (2023). He resides in Lagos with his wife and two children.
Primary craft
acting
Birth date
November 7, 1980
Latest project
Family Brouhaha
Awards
0 wins, 0 nominations
Credits
| Year | Title | Role | SpicyMeter | NollyCritic | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 |
| acting |
0.0 |
| — |
| — |
| 2025 | Family Brouhaha | acting | 2.0 | 1.5 | ₦39,198,700 |
| 2024 | Beyond Perfection | acting | 0.0 | — | — |
| 2024 | A Man's Nightmare | acting | 0.0 | — | — |
| 2024 | Small Feet Drama | acting | 0.0 | — | — |
| 2024 | Sapa Dey Choke | acting | 0.0 | — | — |
| 2024 | 3rd Marriage | acting | 0.0 | — | — |
| 2024 | My Village Wife | acting | 0.0 | — | — |
| 2024 | Stars And Blue | acting | 0.0 | — | — |
| 2024 | Laws Of Attraction | acting | 0.0 | — | — |
| 2024 | Boys Are Bad | acting | 0.0 | — | — |
