Idowu Phillips

Idowu Philips (born 16 October 1942), popularly known as Iya Rainbow, is a Nigerian veteran actress.

Quotes

• I am happy because for someone to be abroad and come home to build a house, he deserves to be praised and appreciated.
  • In an interview with Saturday Beats

• It was written in newspapers then that I was the cheapest actress. I was popularly known as ‘Iya Osumare’ then not ‘Iya Rainbow’. If I did not do that then, I wouldn’t have been able to successfully raise my five children.
  • Her reply when asked if the house gift from her child is the reward of her labour

• Being a widow doesn’t mean one should just sit in one place without doing anything and waiting on the government for help.
  • Focus of her foundation

• God can change anybody’s fortunes for good. You only need to pray consistently and do the right things. If you are generous, you will always receive favour.
  • How she overcame challenges (26 May 2019)