Oluwanifemi “Nifemi” Lawal is a fast-rising Nigerian child actor best known for his breakout role in the critically acclaimed film Strain (2020), where he portrayed Ekene Ezeji. He has since featured in notable Nollywood productions including the Netflix title Gangs of Lagos (2023) and the horror fantasy The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi (2023). A two-time “Best Child Actor” award winner, Nifemi is celebrated for his emotional depth and on-screen maturity despite his young age. He continues to gain recognition as one of Nollywood’s most promising young talents with a rapidly growing fanbase and professional portfolio.
Primary craft
acting
Birth date
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Latest project
Son of Iron
Awards
0 wins, 0 nominations
Credits
| Year | Title | Role | SpicyMeter | NollyCritic | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Son of Iron |
| acting |
0.0 |
1.8 |
| ₦9,093,675 |
| 2024 | House of Ga'a | acting | 0.0 | 3.5 | — |
| Year | Title | Role | SpicyMeter | NollyCritic | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Roses & Ivy | acting | 0.0 | 3.0 | — |
