He was born on November 26, 1953, he began his acting career in the sitcom Koko Close where he featured as Chief Koko with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).
He was described as a devoted Christian after he gave his life to Christ in 1998. He was notable for always playing the roles of Chief (a wealthy man) or Sugar daddy. He was part of many award-winning film projects such as Edun ara, Maami, Last flight to Abuja, Kofo the First Lady, Ise Onise and many more.
Bakare died from a disease diagnosed as Dissecting Aortic Aneurysm and Pulmonary Embolism on April 22, 2017.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.
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