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Apankufor Biography

Apankufor, whose full name is Sanusi Izihaq Adekunle, is a Nigerian actor, scriptwriter, filmmaker, director and former continuity manager associated with the Yoruba film industry. He is also popularly called Apa.

Early life and background

Sanusi Izihaq Adekunle was born on 14 February 1995. Available biographical sources differ on his exact birthplace, with some reporting Lagos and others Ibadan, Oyo State. What is consistently reported is that he has roots in Oyo State and is from a Yoruba background.

His journey into entertainment was not an overnight success. According to an account of his early career, Apankufor secretly joined a theatre group because his father initially did not support his ambition to become an actor. He later moved from Oyo to Lagos in 2008 in pursuit of his acting dream. At one point, he worked in a bakery to raise money after discovering that joining a theatre group required a fee he could not afford.

Career

Before becoming widely recognized as an actor, Apankufor worked behind the scenes as a continuity manager in Yoruba film productions. He subsequently moved into acting and expanded his career into scriptwriting, directing and filmmaking. Sources place his growing recognition as an actor around 2021.

His acting style and versatility have helped him establish a recognizable presence in contemporary Yoruba cinema. He has worked alongside several established Nigerian actors and has also taken on creative responsibilities beyond performing.

Movies

Some productions associated with Apankufor include:

* Olokiki Oru: The Midnight Sensation (2019)
* Rugudu (2020)
* Iwora (2022)
* Kanju (2023)
* Yala Yolo (2023)
* 5ALIVE (2024)
* Elegun (2024)
* Ibale (Virginity) (2025)

IMDb currently credits Sanusi Izihaq across acting, script/continuity, directing, writing and producing roles, reflecting his broader involvement in filmmaking rather than acting alone.

Personal life

Reports published in 2024 and 2026 state that Apankufor is married and has children. However, online biographies contain conflicting information about his marital status and family details, so specific claims about his wife or children should be treated cautiously unless confirmed by Apankufor himself.

Apankufor today

At 31 years old as of August 2026, Apankufor represents a newer generation of Yoruba filmmakers who have moved beyond acting into several areas of film production. His progression from continuity work and theatre to acting, writing and directing is an important part of his story.

His career demonstrates that his contribution to Yoruba cinema is not limited to the characters he plays on screen; he is also involved in the creative and technical processes behind film production.

Real name: Sanusi Izihaq Adekunle
Stage name: Apankufor / Apa
Date of birth: 14 February 1995
Nationality: Nigerian
Profession: Actor, scriptwriter, filmmaker, director and continuity manager
Industry: Yoruba/Nollywood cinema
Instagram: @apankufor1

Note: Several entertainment websites publish conflicting information about Apankufor’s birthplace, education, marriage and net worth. I have avoided presenting disputed figures—particularly the frequently quoted ₦150 million/$100,000 net-worth claim—as established fact.