Jire Ogunleye is a Nigerian actor, filmmaker and fashion designer known for his work in Yoruba-language movies. He has appeared in films such as Eri Ife, 50/50 No Cheating, Eniketa and Isipo.
A 2026 profile gives his full name as Olajire Ogunleye. Alongside acting, he has worked behind the camera and shared films through his YouTube channel, Jire Ogunleye TV. His 2026 releases on the channel include Laburu, Itewogba and Alarape.
Jire Ogunleye Age
Jire Ogunleye celebrates his birthday on October 10. He had birthday wishes from his colleagues and supporters on social media on October 10, 2026.
In 2026, there is a profile of him that says he was born in the 1990s, and is in his mid-thirties. However, it does not provide a specific birth year. As of November 2026 the actual age of the man is therefore not independently established.
Jire Ogunleye Career
Jire Ogunleye is from Ikole in Ekiti State, southwestern Nigeria, according to his NollyMeter profile. His career has taken him into fashion and film.
Prior to his acting career he was a tailor and fashion designer. His social media profile says that he is an actor, producer and tailor. It also brings him in touch with the fashion name Wakkie Signature.
In an interview with Oyinmomo TV in 2024, he shared his experiences of transitioning from sewing to acting. The interview revealed that Ibrahim Chatta, Bolanle Ninalowo, Gabriel Afolayan were some of the people influences on his acting career.
In another interview in 2025, Ogunleye explained that he had spent money from his fashion business while pursuing acting. He spoke about learning from other actors and putting time and effort into the work he wanted to do.
His NollyMeter profile dates the start of his acting career to December 2019. His screen credits from the following years show him working in different kinds of stories, including family dramas, relationship films and productions with traditional Yoruba themes.
His work is not limited to acting in films produced by other people. Ogunleye has also produced projects and used his channel to release films directly to viewers. He is credited as the producer of Laburu and Alarape, both released on Jire Ogunleye TV in 2026.
He has also contributed stories. For Itewogba, the official film description credits the story to Ogunleye. It names Ifeoluwa Daramola as the producer and Muhideen S. Ayinde as the director.
Jire Ogunleye Movies
Ogunleye has appeared in a number of Yoruba movies since entering the industry. His credits also include an English-language production.
In Eri Ife, released in 2022, Ogunleye is credited as Lanre. The cast included Mercy Aigbe, Yinka Quadri, Faithia Williams and Kiki Bakare. IMDb also credits him as Leye in Alagbara, another 2022 film. In the 2023 film 50/50 No Cheating, he played Debo. The drama follows a couple who try to divide their responsibilities and finances equally while sticking to strict rules for their marriage.
The film was directed by Babatunde Taiwo. Its cast also included Temitope Aremu, Ladi Folarin and Funke Tanimola.
IMDb credits Ogunleye as Victor in Neema, released in 2023. In Akosile, another 2023 drama, he played Kolade.
Akosile follows former college friends who meet again and reflect on the different directions their lives have taken. The cast included Mimisola Daniel and Ladi Folarin.
In 2024, Ogunleye appeared in Shotayo, a film produced by actress Aramide Adesiyan. It was released on Apata TV on June 28, 2024.
The film follows two families and their different experiences. Mide Martins, Kolawole Ajeyemi and Adesiyan were also in the cast.
Ogunleye played Bosun in Eniketa, a 2025 Yoruba film directed by Okiki Afolayan. Its cast included Mercy Aigbe, Femi Adebayo, Bimbo Afolayan and Seilat Adebowale.
The film explores a relationship affected by conflict and the arrival of a third person.
He also appeared alongside Damilola Oni in Double Life, a 2025 drama. The story follows a woman who discovers that her husband has another family in Lagos.
Another 2025 credit was Ife Ati Akoko, released on Onileere TV in June. The cast included Kiki Bakare, Lola Idije, Afeez Eniola and Victoria Adeboye. Ogunleye’s work in the film was later listed in a supporting actor award nomination.
His English-language work includes Consequence, released in 2025. He appeared with Ayo Adesanya, Temitope Aremu and Bambam Ajayi. The story follows a mother whose search for a high-status daughter-in-law affects her son’s relationship.
Laburu was released on Jire Ogunleye TV on March 27, 2026. Ogunleye produced the film and appeared in it alongside Anike Ami and Michelle Onamade.
The Yoruba drama deals with mysterious events and unseen forces. After its release, Ogunleye thanked viewers and said the film had received more than 100,000 views within 24 hours.
In the 2026 film Isipo, Ogunleye played Adisa. The story centres on Onikepo, played by Yetunde Alabi Ashabi, and the people who enter her life. Rotimi Salami also appears in the film.
Isipo was released on Libra TV in June 2026. The film’s description presents Adisa as a reliable and gentle man.
Ogunleye produced and appeared in Aajo Omo, released on Yorubaplus in July 2026. Juliet Jatto, Habeeb Alagbe and Ronke Odusanya were also in the cast.
Directed by Babatunde Anjola, the drama follows a couple facing difficult choices while trying to save their child.
Itewogba followed on Jire Ogunleye TV on September 11, 2026. Its cast included Ogunleye, Irewole Olaniyan, Babatunde Aderinoye and Kolawole Ajeyemi.
The film looks at the gap between what people appear to have and the struggles they may be hiding. Ogunleye received the story credit, while Ifeoluwa Daramola produced it.
Alarape was released on October 9, 2026. Ogunleye produced and starred in the film with Yetunde Alabi Ashabi. Shodunke Ayuba directed it.
The story follows a wealthy man who wants to become the king of his town. His pursuit of power brings secrets and difficult choices to the surface. Other 2026 credits include Iyawo Gbajumo and Angeli Mi. Nollywire also lists Ogunleye in the dramas Orita Esan and Dead But Alive 3.
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Jire Ogunleye Family
Ogunleye has spoken about his wife and the importance of family. In a birthday message to her, he described her as a caring mother and called her his “darling wife.” He also spoke about being married in a 2025 interview.
A 2026 profile identifies his wife as Tobiloba Ogunleye. It names his parents as Sola and Rosemary Ogunleye and reports that he has siblings. The same profile says he and his wife married in 2018 and have two sons, named Zion and Zayne.
The reported wedding date, his parents’ names, and the number and names of his children have not been independently confirmed. His own public message confirms that he has a wife and describes her as a mother.
Jire Ogunleye Rise in Yoruba Nollywood
Ogunleye’s rise in Yoruba Nollywood has come through a growing number of roles and collaborations. By 2022, his name appeared among the nominees for Best New Actor at the Yoruba Movie Gist Awards.
He continued to appear in films released on platforms such as Apata TV, Libra TV and YouTube channels run by individual filmmakers. These productions introduced him to audiences alongside actors who were already familiar to Yoruba movie viewers.
His 2025 role in Ife Ati Akoko brought further recognition. The Golden Stars Award website listed him among its nominees for Best Supporting Actor for the film. It also included him in its Face of Nollywood category. These were nominations, not confirmed wins.
He got another channel to communicate to the viewers with Jire Ogunleye TV. On the channel, he has produced and starred in movies and made his debut as the story writer.
The number of views on his channel for the three videos – Laburu, Itewogba and Alarape – had crossed the one million mark by early November 2026. Those numbers reflect how many people watched the individual videos and not how much he made.
His work continues to cover different kinds of stories. Some talk about marriage and the family, others about ambition, betrayal or spiritual issues. Ogunleye has been working in fashion and storytelling since his childhood, which he has now brought to his acting career, as well as some of his recent work.