Oyekola Olubunmi Oyenike, popularly known as Sharon Abake, was born on October 8, 1979, in Oyo, Nigeria. From an early age, her life was shaped by strong values rooted in education and faith, which would later define both her personal growth and professional achievements.
She began her academic journey at Seventh Day Adventist Primary School in Omu-Aran and later completed her primary education at Concordial Nursery/Primary School. Her secondary education took her to Alaafin High School, Oyo, and subsequently to Aatan Baptist Comprehensive School. With a deep passion for knowledge and self-improvement, she pursued a teaching career at Oyo State College of Education. She further broadened her expertise by specializing in aviation at Abule Odu International School in Lagos. Her quest for learning did not stop there, as she also attended the National Open University, demonstrating her lifelong commitment to education.
In addition to her formal education, Sharon trained as a Nurse Assistant at Needy Clinic in Oyo, showing her versatility and willingness to explore diverse fields. However, her true passion lay in the creative arts. She discovered her calling in theatre and began her training under Alhaja Rabiat Owolewa in Omu-Aran. In 1997, she further developed her craft by working with the late Seyi Adeoye Theatre Group in Oyo, gaining valuable experience that would shape her future career.
Today, Sharon Abake is a respected actress and filmmaker in the Nigerian entertainment industry. She has earned recognition for her outstanding performances, including being awarded Best Actress by the Oyo Indigenous Students of Polytechnic Ibadan. She has also produced successful films such as “Abake Mi,” “Abake Onifitila,” and “Abake Oloroba,” and featured in notable productions like “Aremo Sijuade,” “Cobweb,” and “Anjola.”
Beyond acting, she runs an online program titled 1 Minute with Sharon and has participated in Efunroye The Unicorn by Faithia Balogun Williams. Guided by integrity and a strong sense of identity, Sharon honors her father’s advice to uphold the family name by embracing both her baptismal name, Sharon, and her indigenous name, Abake symbolizing a life dedicated to faith, culture, and artistic excellence.
