On his birthday, Sunday, June 14, 2026, popular actor Akinyoola Ayoola, affectionately known as Kamo State, gifted his fans with a massive career milestone announcement. Taking to Instagram, the actor revealed that he is finally stepping into the spotlight with his very first debut cinema release as a lead star, titled STARLOMO.
The journey to this moment has been a testament to resilience. Despite starring in over ten movies and contributing to projects that have grossed a staggering ₦6,835,788,961 making him the second highest-grossing actor in the country just behind box office queen Funke Akindele, Kamo State has faced his fair share of industry criticism.
For years, trolls and detractors dragged him online, dismissing him as a mere "waka pass" and constantly questioning his acting talent. Addressing the noise head-on, Kamo State shared an emotional announcement video alongside a poignant birthday message.
eflecting on the debates surrounding his career, he noted that while people have argued whether he was just lucky, strategic, or truly talented, everyone agrees on one thing: the anticipation for his work. He thanked his loyal fans who defended and showed up for him through the dismissals, promising them that STARLOMO is a certified banger that will deliver absolute value for their money.
The highly anticipated project brings top-tier industry weight behind it, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Kayode Kasum and distributed by cinema giants FilmOne Studios. Shifting from supporting features to taking full ownership of the marquee, Kamo State’s STARLOMO is officially set to hit theaters in September 2026.
While the official announcement has sent waves through the industry, there is no official cast announcement, teaser, or trailer yet. Be sure to follow up with us closely, as we will be bringing you all the tea as it drops!