Wale means to arrive home. So the crown has arrived home. Akin is warrior or brave man. Nuoye is a brave man of chieftaincy and Agbaje means wealth and prosperity.
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeCertainly, I look for different characters 'cause I always like to keep people guessing, and I also don't like to get typecast. I made a concerted effort, last year and this year, to get a range of characters, just to show people the range that I have, and for them to be able to see the artistry beyond the color.
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeYou don't want it to be a replica or an imitation. You want to create something fresh, original, very unique.
Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeThe only way I know how to deliver is to focus; some people can turn it on or off - I'd rather stay in character.
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje