Where Talent Goes Next
Every legend was once a student. The artists who trained at D'Icon School of Performing Arts have gone on to headline movies, found their own schools, and win industry awards - carrying Itele's legacy forward.
Akinfolarin Olamide
Efun
Akinfolarin Olamide (Efun) is a brilliant screenwriter, actress, and filmmaker who stands out as one of the most accomplished alumni of the D Icon School of Performing Arts under the mentorship of Ibrahim Yekini (Itele D Icon). Her exceptional multi-dimensional training at the academy culminated in her mainstream breakthrough in the blockbuster mythological epic Koleoso, where she not only delivered a critically acclaimed performance as the fierce, strong-willed character Efun but also served as the mastermind screenwriter behind the entire project. Today, she embodies the excellence of her alma mater by producing her own independent films like Ofin, serving as a powerful inspiration for the next generation of Nollywood storytellers.
Ariyo Oluwakemisola Apesin
Kemity
Kemity is Itele D'Icon's first and most celebrated student. She served as his apprentice for 8-10 years, supporting him through his toughest times. She is now a successful Yoruba Nollywood actress in her own right and has founded her own institution - Kemity School of Performing Film Arts - continuing the legacy of D'Icon School into the next generation. In 2025 she starred in the record-breaking Koleoso series.
Saliu Gbolagade
Ogboluke
A veteran Yoruba Nollywood actor and director whose decades of industry experience found new heights in 2025. His role in Itele's Koleoso series earned him the prestigious Legendary Award and Outstanding Performance recognition at the OAFP Awards 2025 in Abeokuta, where he also received a N1.5 million naira cash gift from the industry in tribute.
Niyi Michael Bakare
Niyi Bakare
Niyi B. Baker is a Yoruba Nollywood actor who trained at D'Icon School of Performing Arts under Ibrahim Yekini (Itele D'Icon). He has appeared in several Yoruba film productions, continuing to grow his craft in the industry.
Tolani Dada
Omotolani Odobodobo
Tolani Dada, popularly known by his stage name Motolani Odobodobo (or "Odobs"), is a rising Nigerian comic actor, content creator, and model. He has built a massive online following primarily through his viral street vox-pops, funny interview videos, and short comedic skits where he frequently plays an exaggerated "sugar boy" or "gigolo" character. Tolani Odobodobo is a proud alumnus and product of Ibrahim Yekini (Itele D Icon). He formally trained under Itele’s wing, directly linking his growth as a professional Nollywood actor to the mentorship and ecosystem of the D Icon School of Performing Arts.