Attempting to list the Top 100 Richest Musicians in Nigeria is never an easy task as most if not all musicians in Nigeria do not authoritatively disclose their true worth.
There are lot musicians in Nigeria, more than you can even imagine there is, and more keeps joining up from the “upcoming” category every now and then. When the question of who the richest musicians in Nigeria are, you can’t but just stumble into an argument with a fan of this artist or that social media persona. But we’ll do as much as we can to put that question to rest by bringing you the top 100 richest musicians in Nigeria.
Calm down! This wouldn’t be the longest post on the internet. We would just briefly look at the top thirty and provide you with a list of the rest. Remember – Money and Fame are Siamese twins in any country’s music industry, and Nigeria isn’t an exemption so most of the name’s that’ll be mentioned in this post are familiar ones.
Without wasting any more time, let’s have our list, while we talk briefly about the top 30. Please note that this list is from well researched and confirmed sources. Although we cannot come up with a conclusive list of the richest musicians in Nigeria but when we consider factors like Album sales, Endorsement deals, side business, property acquisition, and so on and so forth. So this list might not be a hundred percent correct but it’s sure as close as you can possibly get. With that out of the way, let’s go:
Top 100 Richest Musicians in Nigeria:
1. P-SQUARE
P-Square are those musicians that will definitely make you rep if you’re Nigerian, when richest musicians not only in Nigeria but in Africa are called into question. They are arguably the richest twin musicians in the world, also in the top 10 Richest musicians in Africa and highest paid musicians in Nigeria. They have more YouTube views than all other African musicians combined. They have endorsement deals with Olympic milk, and of course they are Globacom Telecom’s most prized ambassadors. Glo sponsors Peter’s TV show – Dance with Peter, a show which has successfully garnered over 3 million views on YouTube. They recently tried breaking up but of course, as expected, they are back together. They are really active businessmen and some of the few who own at least a mansion in the billionaire ‘Banana Island’ neighborhood.
2. DON JAZZY
Don Baba J, as he’s popularly referred to, would make this list a pile of crap if he’s absent on it. He’s one of the richest music producers in Africa, and he’s a brand ambassador for brands like Loya Milk, Konga online mall, and of course, Samsung. He’s the CEO of the globally known Mavin Records. He recently used his connection to get some of his artistes (Korede Bello, Reekado Banks, Di’ja) Globacom sponsorship deals. He didn’t stop at that, he went on to push through for an international deal for Mavin’s ‘first lady.’
3. 2FACE(2Baba)
2face, who is a globally celebrated artiste is one of the finest musicians Nigeria has ever produced, judging from how many celebrities turned up for his 41st birthday anniversary. Right from his Plantashun Boiz days to breaking solo, one would have known that 2face would surely be up there before long. The internationally acclaimed artiste with various songs and six albums under his belt is Airtel’s mega ambassador and a judge on The Voice. He’s one of the most expensive artistes in Africa to book for events.
4. D’BANJ
Eja N’la (Big Fish) as he preferred to be referred to is a mega-artiste and an ambassador for World Bank. He has ventured into different businesses and some are still thriving (like his Koko garri). He has somewhat dipped in form after his split with Don Jazzy but we can put that on his business ventures. He’s a shrewd businessman who knows his onions when business is to be merged with musical career. He is the CEO of DB Records, the label he started after splitting with former partner Don Jazzy. He is also a brand ambassador for mobile retail outfit – Slot.
5. WIZKID
Wizkid is presently on a roll with international artistes, dropping new bangers every now and again. He is a brand ambassador for giant brands like Globacom telecommunications and Pepsi. ‘Small in stature but very huge in income’. He obviously has a soft spot for automobiles as can be detected from his collections. Wizkid has gone far from when he sang “Holla At Your Boy” to collaborating with R.Kelly, Trey Songz, Tinie Tempah, Drake and so on.
6. DAVIDO
Everywhere he goes, he calls himself the son of the rich man (meaning of O.B.O) but he has done really well for himself too. He is one of the artistes at the top of the food chain, and he’s one of the major shareholders of the HKN music group. He is also a brand ambassador for telecommunications giant MTN and a Sony Africa music ambassador. David Oyeleke really knows which baskets to put his eggs when signing endorsement deals are concerned. The “E Ma Da Mi Duro” crooner is presently one of the biggest artistes in Africa.
7. FLAVOUR N’ABANIA
Flavour is so versatile; everyone wants him featured on their track. Chinedu Okoli is one of the biggest highlife singers in Africa. Since his rise to fame for his ‘Nwa Baby (Ashawo remix) song, he has gone on to bigger and better things in the music industry. Known for his vocal and prowess and shaped physical structure, the ‘Ada Ada’ crooner is worth way more than many people think he does. Amongst a few other endorsement deals, his deal with Globacom comes first.
8. BANKY W
He hasn’t been the best at brand management but Banky Wellington is definitely doing well for himself on the music scene. He is the CEO of EME Records and the brain behind the outburst of musicians like Skales and Wizkid. He’s an ambassador for Ciroc, Samsung, and mobile telecom brand; MTN. Banky W is said to be working on his album and without too much contemplation, it’s going to be hotter than subsequent ones.
9. ASA
Bukole “Asa” Elemide, is a Nigerian-French singer who is highly respected both in Nigeria and on a global level. She has more than a few hits, and almost every Nigerian has heard her sing. If you haven’t, listen well to the song that plays when you walk into a GTBank. Asa is one of the quiet rich ones when Nigerian artistes are concerned, and she sure knows how to time the drop of her hit singles/albums.
10. IYANYA
Aside from showing his six packs on Instagram, he knows his music stuff too. If you think MTN Project fame can’t make you famous, then Iyanya will immediately tell you a different story. Less than four years after winning the competition, he has gone to drop hit singles and he’s presently a brand ambassador for retail outfit – Yudala. He recently just started a new record label and he’s one of those who is always on the social media.
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hello my guys can help me please
Phyno fino
lovely as i expected thanks
this post is rubbish whereby Terry g is not among
I am proud of all, especially timaya.infact i like them all.
small doctor
It is olamide baddo that I want him to sign me if his refuse then to order record label
I am olasunkanmiijaya234operalink
Know as ijayarapper
9ice aar boss help ur boi am ur fan o ancestor
Oga Nla 1 Baba Oba.
BaBanla yeye
whizzy is the most richest.
Stormrex z nt there
sighted boss
oga nla
Simisola should be among the 30
Terry g akpako master who b dat chronal
baddo Olamide should be among the remaining
I was xbeat but things don change ma people……now am running with ma stage name dabby cruz /icekidoo see am not against anybody in the muzik industry oo because you need to be very loyal and humble your self..one thing I dabby cruz /icekidoo use and know this world especially Nigeria is;when you do well your people/fans Will appreciate you very well…..Davido,flavour,don jazzy,olamide,Timaya and those that are doing well for least privilledge like way dey struggle to come up but no helper to sign me….remember say u need bois incase you don tire I go stand as your branches don’t forget to train others like gucci gang pop way no dey ashamed to forget his family…..every thing naaaaaaa gucci product
Na every where olamide would be baba”Prayer for client”…baddo I sight you oo,nothing shake your efficient bros????????????,Abeg I want you to help me olamide boss of life…..nah my number be this I’m also on whatsapp…… 09076976263
Please O B O I m a song writer and a singer i need a financial assistance from you now please help the title of my song is back in the days
mc galaxy and iyanya I am a very big fan
i think lil kesh is to be among the remaining 30
Sule alao malaika
MR flavour is supposed to be d number 3rd na
your father yansh go carry am put nah
bro yall no it is davido he was on Wildn out davido is the guy
9ice must be there
Olamide badoo is the best.I like is music him nd kiss daniel.Love u all the singers.
olamide dey mad, singing motigbala
Sing URS na????????, I don’t know why you people don’t understand that he sings to entertain those who want to be entertained. Olamide , u gat me ????????
olamide na d king of all rappers respect sir
Were is blackface nja and faze alone
i cn’t guess shaaa.
Davido i dnt care wat ever position u are nw bt i knw 1 day d list will b all yours….am always @ ur back n matter wat…
sighted boss
good evening boss, I love ur way I just need a way out please help me
Can’t really guess at this point, am short of words
What Is The Number Of Alinco Dangote In World Richest
I don’t know
RESPECT TO OBO HKN DAVIDO I LOVE UR MUSIC SO MUCH I LIKE TO BE LIKE U am your boy davicee a singer i need financal ads 09029986799
Am not really a fan of music. Buh i tink my bross OLAMIDE is d best! Bross me na hustler oooooo. Awon eyan mayweather;) bross help me oo. My number to YBNL BOSS . I love business as d way i love ur music 08138640295.
who put runtown at 59th
imagine…. lol
see flavour and phyno sef
even wizkid
ycee and Lil kesh are almost the same
abeg start this stuff afresh
Tekno nah baba… the musician that performs so well when singing, and makes ppl feel cool. He should be among the top ten joor.
what of the remaining 30
I think ycee, saheed osupa, reminisce, cdq and seriki should be included in the list
phyno na baba by follow D,wise
phyno ,penthuze
D,wise ,Rankstr music
The list is quite ok but i think people like selebobo, magnito, mr eazi, styl plus, brymo, mr mayd should be on the list.
The list is okay
I can never do without flavuor but that his position is very poor y?
phyno is the best and sopposed to be among the top 10
phyno should be among the top 10
Were is my techno
tecno is a boy still yet to grow and why is bona boy not they I am not seeing it true o
Burna boy shud be among de 30
pasuma Oganla 1 respect, u are the best jor
Small doctor
WIZKID NA SMAL BOI
wizkid is a great man I love ❤ you so much. please you can also be of help to me please i need your help. 07033382674
No dey talk that rubbish again please…..
You no well by saying wizkid na small boy. Your papa money add together no fit compare wizkid
No dey talk that rubbish again please…..
it is very shocking about the musicians who ain’t higher than the others
it’s well arrange and good
dr sid, wizboy,viktor,sugar boy,b red. etc.
P square
p,square
Mr eazi
MR EAZI SHOULD BE ON THE NEXT LIST
No Seriousness 4 Here At All, U Guyz Should Wait, U’ll C Me Soon. (LUIZ aka M-21 aka KALABAH)
Adekunle Gold must also be listed among the remaining 30
Reekado banks should be there……..
Olami baba, you well done, your music is the best. But can you help me also in any other way, abeg this is my number, 08030907496,my name DON RICHES. thank you jare ybnl nation
phyno. must be there life and direct!!!hooo hah****
by. xbeat onye asia dika ya!!!!+++phyno phyno
Don jazzy must be there!!!
my future
senior Boss!!!
“”””.by. xbeat””””
Ruff cone must be there!!!
by
Xbeat
his villa
Boi
tekno should be among then
You way say wizkid na boss make davido relers you no no your self who be wizkid star boy my boy,make wizkid dey deer na nest year I go con passam, (DY FESTEE AJ) dat is my stage name,d j pinto brc you no no your self.
edrils abdukarin
I suppose to be the 3rd person
I trust my alahaji tekno
Terry G
we no need ndi arA na agbaA. broz!!!!
Make una go put dem na…
who do you think would be there.
Small doctor
Small doctor must be among the remaining 30
Zoro should be there
shh…. I think falz should be there **** plz
just praying for one of my best coming up artistes”Techno” to be among in a short time, God help him
Kiss should be there!!
Joe Praise
Falz should be among them
Chizzi D
Rekado banks should b among the 30
PREZZYDO should be among the list
up coming like wizbill
Splash
thats nice
What abt terry g
I think does small small musician because i never see small doctor ooo
davido nah baba, what about oritse femi
pyno should be among the remaining
wizkid na boss.so davido.clam down
olamide
Wizboy
kiss Daniel should b among d remaining 30
wizboy should be among the remaining 30