Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Quotes

Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje — British Actor born on August 22, 1967,

Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor and former fashion model of Nigerian origin. He is best known for his roles as Lock-Nah in The Mummy Returns, Nykwana Wombosi in The Bourne Identity, Mr. Eko on Lost and Simon Adebisi on Oz. His more recent roles include Malko in the fifth season of the HBO series Game of Thrones, Dave Duerson in the NFL biopic drama Concussion and Killer Croc in the upcoming movie Suicide Squad... (wikipedia)

I'm of Nigerian descent, from the Yoruba tribe. Names are very significant in that culture. It basically states your purpose in life.

I was always led to believe you should take care of yourself, trust in your abilities and you're the author of your own destiny.

I just want to keep the diversity and the options open. In terms of what I'm looking for, I'd like to do a lead action role.

Well, filming in Hawaii, you know, is a blessing. It's one of the most beautiful places on this planet. It has a very mystic energy which informs you as an actor.

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-Agbaje Quotes

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