20 Richest Musicians in Nigeria 2020

#1. Wizkid net worth $20 million

Forbes rates Wizkid as the richest musician in Nigeria 2020 with an estimated net worth of $20 million. The young popular music star started his musical career when he was just 11 and since then, he has recorded huge successes so far.

When you read all about Wizkid and how he started, you will see his success story wasn’t easy. He was born in Surulere in Lagos state in 1990 with his father marrying three wives. Wizkid real names are Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun and Although he practiced Christianity, Starboy said in an interview that his father’s religion was Islam.

Wizkid has always followed his dream to be one of the best music stars in Nigeria. Starting from a group called Glorious Five, he released his first collaborative album. This group was made up of him and his church friends. It was in 2009 that Banky W, another popular Nigerian artiste signed a record deal with Wizkid into Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E).

His first single “Holla at Your Boy” at E.M.E studios was a hit as it became his first studio album titled Superstar released in 2011. The success of this album spurred Starboy to work harder to earn his riches. If you want to download his music, they are available on the internet. You can find all Wizkid’s songs and albums, both the old and new songs here.

In 2013, Wizkid founded his own recording studio “Starboy”. It has become his signature to use Starboy in all his songs and he has musicians under this label. Apart from being featured by other talented artiste in the country, he has been featured by the likes of International American musicians and rappers like Drake, Chris brown, Tinny Tempah etc. He later signed a multi million deal with SONY entertainment.

Wizkid has so many endorsement deals which include being a Pepsi ambassador which he earned $350,000 monthly. He has renewed the contract to two more years. Also GLOBACOM, a telecommunication giant also made him one of their top ambassadors. This deal has seen Starboy become extra rich, doubling his assets as one of Africa’s richest musicians according to Forbes.

#2. Davido net worth $19 million

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Davido stage name is OBO meaning Omo baba Olowo but his real name is David Adeleke. He is another popular musician in Nigeria with a net worth estimated at $19 million. Just like Wizkid, he is another successful young talent who has recorded tremendous feat in the Nigerian music industry.

Before we go into Davido’s profile and his cars or assets, there is a debate as to whether Davido is richer than Wizkid. The truth about this is not known but can only be speculated using their financial worth as a yardstick to judge between the two as to who is the richest.

Davido comes from one of wealthiest families in the country. He has released several hit songs which has topped the musical charts over the years and is still reigning. Some of his latest hit tracks include: Flora my flower, Aje, Aye, See Gobe, Assurance. His current Baby Mama as of writing this post is Chioma.

Davido is owner of HKN music, a record label he established with his brother, Adewale Adeleke. As part of his assets, he bought two houses in Lekki area of Lagos. He also bought a private jet which surprised many especially his fans. He has joined the list of musicians in Nigeria who owns private jets in the country. Some of the cars owned by Davido include a Honda, Porsche and a Range Rover.

Aside from signing a multi-million deal with SONY musical record label, most big brands signed Davido as their ambassadors. Some of the endorsements deals he signed are deals with First Bank, MTN, Pepsi which is rumored to be worth N100 million. OBO is popularly known for saying 30 billion for you account.

For the records, Davido is richer than Olamide and Tu face. This is true because Davido’s father, Mr Adeleke is a billionaire and is among the top 20 richest men in the country according to Forbes 2020.

#3. Don Jazzy net worth $18.5 million

Don Jazzy is the current richest music producer in Nigeria and Africa who is worth $18.5 million. He is the founder of the top music record label, Mavin Records and the defunct Mo’ Hits founded in 2012. Many popular artists such as Korede Bello, Dija, Tiwa Savage , Dr. Sid and others are signed there. Mavin Records is said to be worth $100 million as it has a global outreach.

Although, he has no song of his own, the award winning music producer has been featured in various songs due to his peculiar voice. As you can see, Don Jazzy is still single as at writing this post. Michael Collins Ajereh is his real name and he is a Nigerian record producer, singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur.

Don Jazzy has many investments aside his musical career which fetches him cash. He is a co-founder of Flobyt, a popular tech firm providing free Wi-Fi service to users for downloading and streaming media content. Some of the endorsement deals Don jazzy is signed to include: being a brand ambassador of Samsung Mobile, Loya milk, Johnnie Walker, etc.

#4. Burna Boy net worth $17 million

Burna boy is an entertainer who enjoyed much success in the Nigerian music industry. His real name is Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu and he is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He became popular in 2012 after releasing “Like to Party”, the lead single from his debut studio album L.I.F.E (2013).

In 2017, Burna Boy signed with music label Bad Habit/Atlantic Records in the United States and Warner Music Group internationally. It was his third studio album Outside (2018) that marked his major-label debut.

Burna boy is also an award winning Nigerian artiste. In 2020, he won Best International Act at the 2020 BET Awards.

We know that Burna Boy is among the richest entertainers in the country. He songs are popular with record sales not only within the country but internationally. No wonder he is featured in Forbes top richest artist in the country.

Presently, Burna boy has many endorsement deals, one with STAR beer, which worth millions of Naira. He has other investments, cars and even landed properties. Burna boy’s net worth as estimated by Forbes is $17 million.

#5. 2Face net worth $16 million

2face is another popular Nigerian singer whose net worth is estimated by Forbes to be $16 million. There was a time Tuface was regarded as the richest Nigerian musician beating the likes of Psquare, Don jazzy etc to such feat. He was formerly under the defunct Plantashun Boiz where he, along with his friends, Face and Black Face belonged.

Tuface real name is Innocent Idibia and he was born in Jos. One of his most popular hit tracks, ‘African Queen’ which sold millions of copies worldwide has topped the music charts and has won him several awards in Nigeria and on the international scene. From the MTV Award, Channel O Music Video Award, BET Award, MOBO Award and best musician of the year among others.

Over the years, 2Face has raked up enough fame and wealth that he is regarded by many to be a veteran in the entertainment industry. Tubaba is got married to Annie Idibia in 2012. He has 7 other children with other women apart from Annie.

Presently, 2Face Idibia financial worth is estimated at $16 million aside his endorsement deals in which he is an ambassador with Glo, Italian liqueur brand, Campari and Partner Mobile. He also owns a top record label named Hypertech media.

#6. Olamide net worth $12 million

Olamide Adedeji also known as Badoo is one of 9ja richest musician with a financial networth estimated at $12 million. He is also the best Yoruba rapper in Nigeria and have released about seven albums till date. Some of his albums include: Rhapsodi (2011), YBNL (2012), Baddest Guy Ever Liveth (2013), Street OT (2014), Eyan mayweather (2015) and The Glory which was released in 2016.

When it comes to popularity, Olamide ranks among the most popular celebrities in the country. He has featured in so many songs with other hip-hop artistes. Apart from the success recorded in his music sales, Olamide is a business man who has made his wealth through investments and endorsement deals. He is also the founder and CEO of YBNL, one of the best record labels in the country.

Normally, you see Olamide and Phyno collaborating together, especially to produce songs together. What most Nigerians don’t know is that both phyno and Olamide are best of friends. This top rapper also knows how to enjoy his wealth as he lives in his own mansion and has lots of cars.

As Olamide grew in popularity, so does his money. Apart from the landed properties, investments and assets he owns, Badoo has several multi-million naira endorsements contracts with top brands like Guinness, Monster drink, Glo and Etisalat. Recently, Sterling bank made him a brand ambassador for an undisclosed fee.

#7. Phyno net worth $11 million

Phyno fyno is an Igbo rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer whose real name is Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike. He is a talented ariste who net worth stands at $11 million. He is among the best 5 fastest rappers in the country and is currently doing well.

Phyno began rapping in 2010 using Igbo dialect before he entered Lagos and joined Olamide to further his career. Just like Olamide, Phyno has taken music to the next level. He has featured so many other artist such as Timaya, Flavour, M.I, etc in his songs. At present, he is also a brand ambassador of Nairabet, GLO which runs into millions of Naira.

#8. Timaya net worth $10.5 million

Another celebrity that made it on our list of richest Nigerian musicians 2020 is Timaya with a net worth that stands at $10.5 million. The story of Timaya rising from grass to grace should serve as an inspiration to all that you can achieve your dream in life no matter what the obstacle is.

The entertainer is now the owner of a top record label, Dem Mama records and has signed some prominent young acts into his label. When Timaya released his first solo album in 2005, ‘Dem Mama’, the album which was more of his story made waves in the market and he sold more than a million copies then. On YouTube also, most of Timaya’s song has up to 50 million views.

#9. Psquare net worth $10 million

The entertainment industry will not be complete without mentioning the Psquare, both were featured on Forbes top ten richest musicians in Nigeria 2020 with an estimated net worth of $10 million.

Their musical career started in Jos, when they were into break dancing and singing. Both Peter and Paul Okoye were so popular that their fame spread throughout Africa and even on the international stage, they were recognized.

So was the story of their wealthy life style that they bought multi-million mansion at Lekki, cars, signed multiple endorsement deals and won series of musical awards ranging from best dancers of the year, MTV awards, MOBO Awards, KORA Awards, the Headies, etc.

Unfortunately, they separated and went solo which slightly affected their ranking on this rich-list and saw the likes of Wizkid, Tuface and Davido usurp their position.

According to Google search, Psquare has released 7 albums till date which include:

Game Over (2007)

The Invasion (2011)

Double Trouble (2014)

Last Nite (2003)

Get Squared (2005)

Danger (2009)

Ejeajo (2014)

Aside these albums, Psquare songs which are popular hits include E no easy, Beautiful Onyinye, Chop my money, Personally, Danger, Ejeajo, Bring it on, Busy Body, Do Me, etc.

When the twins were still together, performing on a stage made them nothing less than N15 million per show. Now Peter Okoye is now called Mr. P while Paul is known as Rude boy. The debate still continues between Mr. P and Rude boy who is more richer?

#10. Flavour net worth $9.5 million

His real name is Chinedu Okoli but he is known as Flavour N’abania (stage name). He is another entertainer whose stardom and wealth has been made through his interesting songs.

He started his musical career from childhood as a drummer in his church has grown to become one of the most popular entertainers in the country. Flavour is also a model because of his well built body.

His hit song Ada Ada was nominated In 2014 to be among the award winning best video of the year at the MTV Africa Music Awards. What made Flavour join the 10 richest Nigerian musicians is the numerous endorsement deals he has worth millions of naira.

He is currently worth an estimated $9.5 million. All Flavour’s album since 2010 include:

N’abania

Uplifted

Blessed

Thankful and

Ijele the traveller

#11. Tiwa Savage net worth $9 million

Tiwa savage remains Forbes richest female singer in Nigeria for some time now with an estimated financial worth of $9 million. Apart from singing, this celebrity is a song writer and has assets and investments where she makes her monies from.

Her first single “kele kele love” was a hit and it topped Nigeria music charts. She is also a crew member of Marvin Records Label where she has released a lot of interesting songs. Tiwa’s album till date sells not only in the country but also internationally.

She also dances and has performed in international shows,. Some of her brand endorsements include: Maggi, Forte Oil, Pepsi and Konga. She recently signed a contract with Jay-z music record label which is worth millions of dollars.

#12. Banky W net worth $8.5 million

Olubankole Wellington is a Nigerian singer, actor, music producer and politician. Also known as Banky W, was born to Nigerian parents in the United States. His musical career began when he began singing in his church choir at a young age.

He founded the EME record label in 2002 and signed popular artists like Niyola, Shaydee, Skales and Wizkid. It was said that he pioneered Starboy into success. He is married to one of Nigeria’s most beautiful actress, Adesua Etomi. He also wrote the first theme song of Etisalat Nigeria titled “0809ja for life”.

#13. Tekno net worth $8 million

Tekno’s real name is Kelechi and he is one of the best musicians in Nigeria who produces good songs using beats produced by himself. He hails from Ebonyi State, although born in Bauchi State.

He is known for his dancing and singing ability. He has won series of awards for his song. Tekno has overtime produced beats for likes of Starboy, Davido.

Tekno’s assets, endorsements and net worth is estimated at $8 million.

#14. Jidenna net worth $7 million

Jidenna Theodore Mobisson is a popular Nigerian American singer born to an African father and an American mother. His rise in the music industry has seen him regain his spot among the richest music artist in Nigeria this 2020.

He has collaborated with a number of foreign and local artists and even won series of awards as the best new artist at the 2015 Soul Train Music Awards in November. His albums have also topped billboards overtime and he has endorsements to his name from top brands.

Jidenna who is one of the best music artist in the country net worth is $7 million.

#15. Yemi Alade net worth $6 million

Yemi Alade is another wealthy female Nigerian musician who rose to stardom after she released her hit track “Jonny”. Her net worth is $6 million according to Forbes.

In fact, in 2017, her videos won the most viewed musical video on YouTube than other female artiste in the country. This beautiful celebrity has released tracks that are interesting and has toured many countries in Africa and beyond.

Yemi Alade estimated net worth is put at $6 million.

#16. Kcee net worth $5 million

Kcee is another wealthy celebrity worthy of mention of our list with an estimated worth of $5 million. He is the elder brother to E-money, who owns 5 star music record label.

Most people would want to know who is richer between Kcee and E-money. The truth is that E-money is far richer than his elder brother K-cee.

Kcee net worth is estimated to be $5 million

#17. Teniola Apata net worth $4 million

#18. Kiss Daniel net worth $3 million

#19. M.I Abaga net worth $2 million

One of the finest rappers in the country, M.I Abaga also sings. He is part of the Choc city family and is currently worth $2 million.

#20. Duncan Mighty net worth $1.8 million

He is another entertainer that has been featured on the top 20 list of richest artist in 9ja this year.