19th November, 2024
By Taiwo Okanlawon
Popular Nollywood actress, producer, and singer, Dayo Amusa, has welcomed her first child in the United States.
The founder of the Best of Nollywood, BON Awards, Seun Oloketuyi, announced the baby’s arrival in an Instagram post on Monday.
“@dayoamusa delivers baby in the US. Congratulations,” he wrote.
Confirming the good news on her Instagram page, Amusa disclosed that the child is a baby boy.
The 41-year-old wrote, “ALHAMDULILAH, My treasure has arrived. It’s a boy.”
The announcement has sparked an outpouring of congratulatory messages from fans and colleagues in the industry.
Her colleague, Tawa Ajisefini, congratulated Dayo on the arrival of her newborn, she wrote, “Oluwa o shey ooooo… a mo lore ❤️❤️❤️. Iya okomi, congratulations sissy olorun a ka mo wa Mama na boy”.
Another actress, Toyin Adewale, also joined in the celebration.
“Oluwaseun ooo . Allihamdulilahi Robil Al’amin. Iro Ayo lao magbo lagbala olododo Adufeade mo ba e yo @dayoamusa. Ayo na abawa kale Insha Allah . Welcome home, little Prince ,” she wrote.
Details about the child’s father remain undisclosed.
Dayo started acting in 2002 and debuted as a producer in 2006. Known for her versatility, she has starred in Yoruba and English-language Nollywood films. She also delved into music and released some songs including ‘This Year’, ‘Blow Your Mind’, ‘Omo Daddy’ featuring Pasuma among others.
Amusa has received several accolades for her talent.