Timini Egbuson and Zubby Michael’s net worth 2025: Who is the best Actor?

In Nigeria, Timini Egbuson and Zubby Michael are among the most well-known and successful actors. Although they have different acting styles, they are both popular and wealthy actors in Nigeria.

Recently, on the first episode of the Prime Video reality show, ‘Ebuka Turns Up Africa’, Zubby Michael and Timini Egbuson engaged in a heated debate over who is the biggest actor in Africa. Timini Egbuson claimed that he was the biggest actor in Africa while handing out gifts to other stars on the show. However, this did not sit well with Zubby Michael.

He said, “I was coming from Paris and we had to do this thing in the festivals, obviously being the best actor in Africa…I have been acting for about 13 years now and I’ve won awards. I’ve done everything basically and I believe I am the best.”

Zubby Michael inferred, “Stop f**king playing, he’s kidding. It’s not coming from a place of pride but I’m the biggest actor in Africa.” He continued, “Let me tell you why I’m bigger than Timini, if Timini crosses Shagamu, nobody knows him and I’m not abusing you. Your fame ends in Lekki but I’ve conquered the YouTube market, the DVD market, and now cinemas.”

Timini Interjected saying, “You literally act the same character in every movie my bro. How can you be bigger than me?” To which Michael said, “Again, it’s not coming from a place of pride o, but I can buy Timini.”

The above issue has resulted in many of their fans asking who is really the biggest, Now Let Carmart dig dip into their lifestyle, wealth and cars they own and love

Zubby Michael

Zubby Michael is a popular name in the Nigerian entertainment industry. If you are a fan of Nollywood movies, you would recognise him because of the permanent birthmark on his face. He is a Nigerian actor and movie producer.

Zubby Michael was born as Azubuike Michael Egwu on February 1, 1985, in Ekwusigo LGA, Anambra State, Nigeria. He grew up in Adamawa State, where he completed his primary and secondary education. Later, he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Nnamdi Azikwe University in Enugu State.

Timini Egbuson

Timini Egbuson is a Nigerian actor, model, and presenter. He was born on June 12, 1987, in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Timini graduated with a degree in Psychology from the University of Lagos and became notable in 2013 after playing Tobi in the television series Shuga. He hosted GT Bank’s Fashion Week red carpet alongside Sharon Ooja in 2017.

In 2020, Timini Egbuson won the Best Actor in a Drama award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) for his role in the movie Elevator Baby.

Timini’s older sister is Dakore Akande, a notable actress whom he fondly calls “aunty toh sure.” He attended Greenspring Montessori, The Afro School, and St Catherine’s for his primary education and Adebayo Mokuolu College in Lagos for his secondary education. Timini graduated from the University of Lagos in 2011 and began his acting career in 2010 on M-net’s soap opera Tinsel. He has acted in more than five movies to date, including Elevator Baby.

Movies Timini Egbuson and Zubby Michael featured in

List of cars own by Timini Egbuson and Zubby Michael

Cars are a popular way for Nigerian actors to flaunt their wealth. They often attend multiple events daily, and owning various cars is seen as a status symbol. This allows them to choose the perfect vehicle that matches the occasion.

Both Zubby Michael and Timini Egbuson are notable actors in Nigeria. Zubby Michael is known for owning some of the most expensive cars in Nigeria, including a Mercedes Benz G Wagon. On the other hand, Timini Egbuson is more inclined towards fashion than automotive and, therefore, is not as well-known for his car collection.

Timini Egbuson and Zubby Michael Net Worth

Timini Egbuson and Zubby Michael have acquired their wealth through various means. In 2019, Zubby Michael was appointed as the Special Adviser on Media to Willie Obiano, the former governor of Anambra State. These occupations have earned him recognition as one of the highest-paid and most influential actors in Nigeria, particularly in the Eastern parts of Nigeria, with a net worth of $3.9 million. Timini Egbuson’s estimated net worth is $500,000 as of 2023.