Margaret Bandele Olayinka ( Born September 14,1958) popularly known as Iya Gbokan is a Nigerian talented Nollywood actress, filmmaker, director, and producer.

Iya Gbonkan is famous for her occultic roles in Yoruba movies. She has perfected the role so well that movie lovers sometimes relate the role to her real lifestyle.

Fact About Iya Gbokan

• Full name: Margaret Bandele Olayinka
• Stage name: Iya Gbokan
• Born: September 14,1958
• Age: 66 year old
• Place of birth: Otu, Oyo State, Nigeria
• State of Origin: Oyo State
• Nationality: Nigeria
• Marital status: Widow
• Children: 2 children
• Occupation: Actress, producer, director and filmmaker
• Net worth: N/A

Iya Gbokan early life and Education

Margaret Bandele Olayinka was born in Otu, Oyo State, Nigeria. She’s aso a native of Oyo state.

She had her primary and secondary school education in her hometown. There is no much information regarding her educational background despite that she’s doing well in her acting career.

Iya Gbokan career

She began her career in the Yoruba film industry in the early 1970s after appearing in Pa Yemi Elebu’bon’s renowned “Ifa Olokun” TV series. Following that, she began her first training in the performing arts under the guidance of Duro Ladipo, with the majority of the performances taking place on stage.

Iya Gbonkan has always loved acting, even as a young child. She has since the time started working towards her goals, and when she was an adult, she decided she wanted to work in the Yoruba film industry.

Filmography

• Koto Orun
• Koto Aiye
• Ajekunrin
• Jigi
• Aiyekooto
• Tapepe
• Olukoya
• Baba Oni Bread
• Omo Iya Gbokan
• Iyanda Asorose
• Omi Aro
• Igi Aladi
• Ayilara
• Kodoro
• Game of Death
• Abuke Oshin
• Entipede
• Sinzu money
• Ewure iya Gbokan
• Eran iya Osogbo
• Iseju Meta Aiye
• Awon Eleye Oba and many more