Damilola Mike Bamiloye is a Nigerian gospel filmmaker, actor, and writer known for revolutionizing Christian movie production through modern storytelling and digital excellence. He is the first son of Evangelist Mike Bamiloye, the founder of Mount Zion Faith Ministries. From producing life-changing movies to captivating short skits on YouTube, Damilola has built a legacy of impact in the Christian film industry.
Early Life and Background
Born on September 16, 1989, in Ilesa, Osun State, Nigeria, Damilola is the first child of Mike and Gloria Bamiloye. Although born in Ilesa, he spent most of his childhood in Ibadan, where he was raised in a strong Christian home.
As the first son and firstborn, he carried a visible weight of responsibility in the family. In an interview, he revealed how he once struggled with disobedience and unruly behavior until God transformed his life completely.
Education and NYSC Experience
Damilola attended Oritamefa Baptist Model School in Ibadan before proceeding to Bowen University, where he studied Mass Communication and graduated in 2012. He completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Imo State, where he produced the movie Shadows of Death. This marked the beginning of his serious engagement with filmmaking.
Ministry Journey and Mount Zion Involvement
After NYSC, Damilola began working as a Personal Assistant (PA) to his father, following a divine instruction he received while serving in Imo. This season served as a training ground that sharpened his skills and spiritual walk.
From an early age, he mimicked his father's drama expressions and even copied his scripts before developing his own. His first acting role came at age 15 in the movie Youthful Lust, which became popular in secondary schools around 2005.
Breakthrough in Filmmaking
His real breakthrough came during a family trip to Australia, where a lack of a cameraman forced him to learn film shooting and editing online. Through tutorials and mentorship, he grew into a self-taught director and cinematographer.
Popular Movies and YouTube Skits
Damilola is known for producing and acting in several impactful movies and short films:
🔹 Notable Movies:
I. Youthful Lust
🔹 YouTube SHORT Videos
1. Pepper Love
2. The Table is Set
3. The Professional Actor
4. The Sore
5. A Minute More
6. The Grand Thief
7. Empty Proposal
8. She Dey Look Me
9. Head Cut
10. Check Up
11.Late Work
Abattoir Series: Growth and Impact
Damilola co-produced the Abattoir series with his younger brother Joshua Mike Bamiloye. The series addresses the spiritual battles faced by new converts and teaches faith, prayer, and godly perseverance. It played a major role in growing the Mount Zion YouTube channel and engaging younger Christian audiences.
Family and Legacy
Evangelist Damilola Mike-Bamiloye is happily married to his heartthrob, Evangelist Emmanuella Mike-Bamiloye. They met after Emmanuela sent a Facebook message in 2015 to Evangelist Damilola but got no reply because he ignored it. She prayed to be a part of God's move, and God saw her heart, travelled to the future and brought them together. They got married in 2018 and are currently blessed with two beautiful daughters.
Damilola is the eldest of three siblings:
I. Joshua Mike-Bamiloye (married to Tolulope Mike-Bamiloye)
II. Darasimi Oyor (married to Lawrence Gomba Oyo r)
All three are actively involved in Christian ministry and media, continuing the legacy started by their parents.
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