A comprehensive look at Nigeria’s top 10 richest musicians in 2021.
This list of Nigeria’s Top 10 richest musicians includes their net worth as well as certain assets.
Due to the increased number of great artists from various parts of Nigeria working hard to put out the best tunes, and selling out great shows, the Nigerian music industry is one of the fastest-growing in the world.
The top ten wealthiest musicians in Nigeria in 2021 are listed here, along with their net worth.
Only Nigeria musicians who are currently engaged in various Nigeria music sectors are included in this list of Africa’s wealthiest musicians in 2021.
Top 10 richest musicians in Nigeria in 2021
Wizkid – $21 million
In 2021, Wizkid is the second wealthiest artist in Africa, ranking second among the top ten wealthiest musicians in Africa.
In 2021, Wizkid’s net worth is expected to be 21 million US dollars.
Aside from performing, Wizkid has a slew of endorsement deals, including ones with MTN Nigeria and GLO (for which he was paid over $240,000 million to be their ambassador).
Wizkid also Bags Juicy Endorsement Deal with UBA worth $3million and also a Tecno mobile deal with other highlighted sold-out shows revenues.
Davido – $20 million
David Adeleke, better known by his stage name Davido, is the third richest artist in Africa, according to Forbes.
Davido’s net worth is estimated to be over $19 million.
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Davido was born in Atlanta, Georgia, to Dr. Adedeji Adeleke and his rich Nigerian family.
His father is the CEO of Pacific Holdings Limited and the co-founder of Adeleke University in Osun state.
Don Jazzy – $18 million
Collins Michael Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy, is the fourth richest musician in Africa in 2021, ranking fourth among the top ten richest musicians in Africa.
Don Jazzy hails from the Abia State town of Umuahia. On November 26th, 1982, he was born.
Don Jazzy is reported to have a net worth of more than $18 million.
He is also a music producer and an entrepreneur in addition to being a musician.
This wealthy music mogul is the founder and CEO of the Mavins Records label.
Burna Boy – $17 million
Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu is Burna Boy’s true name. He is a singer, rapper, songwriter, and dancer from Nigeria. Burnaboy is from Mbiama in Rivers State’s Ahoda West LGA.
In 2021, he is the fifth richest musician in Africa, ranking fifth among the top ten richest musicians.
He is also one of Nigeria’s top 10 wealthiest musicians in 2021.
Burna Boy is estimated to have a net worth of $17 million.
He is also considered one of Nigeria’s top musicians.
2Face Idibia – $16.5 million
Innocent Ujah Idibia, commonly known as 2Baba or 2Face, is number six on our list of Africa’s wealthiest musicians in 2021.
2Fcae was born on September 18, 1975, in Plateau State, Nigeria.
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Despite the fact that he was born in Jos, he is a Benue State native.
With a net worth of $16.5 million, 2Face is the 6th richest musician in Africa among the top 10 richest artists in Africa in 2021.
2Baba enhanced his musical abilities and rose to become one of Africa’s top Afropop performers.
Ruda Boy – $16 million
Rude Boy, a Nigerian artist, is regarded as one of the best in Nigeria and Africa, having a large fan following.
In 2021, he is the seventh richest artist in Africa, ranking seventh among the top ten richest musicians in Africa.
Rude Boy began his career in music with his twin brother Mr P, collectively known as P-Square.
Rudeboy began his musical career while attending music school, singing in school shows with his twin brother.
Timaya – $12 million
Timaya was born on the 15th of August, 1980, and is known as “the plantain boy.”
In 2021, the Nigerian singer and songwriter are ranked number 8 on our list of Africa’s wealthiest musicians.
Initime Alfred Odom is Timaya’s full name, he formed a band named ‘Dem Mama Soldiers.’ Timaya began his musical career with this music ensemble.
Olamide – $12 million
On stage, Olamide Adedeji preferred to go by his first name, Olamide.
Due to the character of his street music, he is also known as Baddo.
Olamide was born in Bariga, Lagos State, on March 15th, 1989.
Do you want to know how much money Olamide has? Olamide’s net worth is expected to be $12 million in 2021, making him Africa’s ninth richest singer.
Mr. P – $11 million
Mr P. is the last person on our list of Africa’s wealthiest artists in 2021.
Along with his twin brother Rude Boy, he is one of the wealthiest musicians in the world.
In 2021, Mr P is the tenth richest artist in Africa, according to Forbes.
Flavour – $9.8 million
Chinedu Okoli, better known as Flavour, was born in Enugu State on November 23, 1983. He is from Umunze, the Anambra state’s Orumba South Local Government Area.
Flavour’s net worth is expected to reach $9.8 million in 2021, making him Nigeria’s 10th wealthiest singer.
2nite Entertainment is Flavour’s current management company.
Flavour began playing music at the age of 13; he began as a small lad who loved to drum and eventually became the drummer for his church choir.
Top 10 richest musicians in Nigeria in 2021
- Wizkid – $21 million
- Davido – $20 million
- Don Jazzy – $18 million
- Burna Boy – $17 million
- 2Face Idibia – $16.5 million
- Ruda Boy – $16 million
- Timaya – $12 million
- Olamide – $12 million
- Mr. P – $11 million
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Flavour – $9.8 million