Yoruba Nollywood Stars Gather for Rukayat Lawal’s Housewarming

Rukayat Lawal New Home milestone draws top Yoruba Nollywood stars to Ibadan for a colourful housewarming celebration

Nollywood actress Rukayat Lawal hosted a housewarming celebration in Ibadan, Oyo State, after completing her new home, drawing some of the biggest names in the Yoruba film industry to mark the occasion.

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Rukayat Lawal recently announced the completion of the property on social media, describing the achievement as a personal testimony.

The actress said she rarely shares her accomplishments publicly but felt compelled to showcase what she described as God’s faithfulness in her life.

Rukayat Lawal New Home celebration attracted a strong turnout from colleagues and industry veterans.

Among those in attendance were actors and actresses Bimbo Thomas, Kunle Afod, Bimbo Oshin, Peju Ogunmola, Fausat Balogun, Muyiwa Ademola, Habibat Jinad, Monsuru Omoalfa, Akin Boss and Toyosi Adesanya.

Guests gathered on Sunday evening to celebrate the actress’s latest milestone, with photos and videos from the event circulating across social media platforms.

The occasion highlighted a growing trend of Nigerian entertainers investing in residential properties and publicly celebrating their achievements with family, friends and colleagues.

Lawal’s accomplishment follows a series of notable property acquisitions by public figures in recent months.

Skit maker Carter Efe recently unveiled a new mansion after securing victory in a boxing match, while actress Uju Okoli marked her birthday with the announcement of a new home.

Actor Ibrahim Yekini, popularly known as Itele, also revealed a luxury mansion in Lekki, describing the purchase as the beginning of a significant new chapter in his life.

Businesswoman Diiadem recently showcased a home built for herself and her daughter, sharing details of the determination that drove the project.

Actress Doris Simeon celebrated becoming a homeowner in the United States, while Jumoke Odetola ended 2025 by announcing the acquisition of a new property.

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For Lawal, the housewarming served as both a celebration and a powerful moment of gratitude, with colleagues from across the Yoruba movie industry gathering to honour a career milestone that reflects years of work and perseverance.