Abiola is a Nigerian name of Yoruba origin. The meaning of Abiola is "born in honour, wealth". Notable people with the surname include: Hafsat Abiola (born 1974), Nigerian civil-rights activist Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, Nigerian businessman, publisher, philanthropist and politician. Bilikiss Adebiyi Abiola, Nigerian businesswoman Notable people with the first/given name include: Abiola Abrams, American television personality Abiola Babatope, Nigerian politician Abiola Dauda, Nigerian-Swedish footballer Abiola Ajimobi, Nigerian politician F. Abiola Irele, Nigerian academic References Nigerian names Yoruba-language surnames Yoruba given names