TOP 10 RICHEST FEMALE MUSICANS IN NIGERIA

The Nigeria music industry over the years,has grown tremendously.

Here,we are going to check out the list of the top ten richest female musicians in Nigeria and their networth. 

1. TIWA SAVAGE

Tiwatope Savage, is a British-Nigerian singer,songwriter and actress. Born on 5th February in Isale Eko to Cecilia Savage . She relocated to London at the age of 11 for her secondary education and began her music career doing back vocal for artists like George Mike and Mary J. Blige.

State of Origin; Lagos State.

She was married  to Tunji Balogun(2013-2018)and has a son Jamil Balogun.

She graduated from the university of Kent where she studied Accountancy.

Her hit songs are; Water and Garri,No Wahala, All Over, Koroba, Malo and lot more. 

Currently, her networth  is 10 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the richest female artist on the list.

Genres; Afro Pop, Pop, Afro Beat.

Record Label; Marvin Record,Universal Music Group, Motown, Capitol Record, Island Record.

She is 42 years old.

2. YEMI ALADE

Yemi Eberechi Alade, popularly  known as  Yemi Alade is a Nigerian Afropop singer,songwriter, actress and activist.She was born on 13th March 1989 in Abia. 

Parent  names; Mr James Alade and Mrs Helen Alade(nee Uzoma). 

State of Origin; Ondo State.

She won the Peak Talent Show in 2009 after which,she signed to Effyzzie Music Group and had a hit with her single JOHNNY in 2014.

She is single and plays vocals.She graduated from the University of Lagos where she studied Geography. 

 

Her hit songs are; Johnny,  Single and Searching, O my gosh, Kom Kom, Bum Bum and lot more.

 

She had a collaboration with the Beninese Legend, Grammy  award Angelique Kidjo's  MOTHER NATURE.

Currently, her networth is 4.5 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the 2nd  richest female artist. 

Genres:Afro pop, Afrobeat and reggae.

Record Label:Universal Music Group.

She is 33 years old.

3. OMAWUMI

Omawumi Megbele, popularly known as  Omawumi is a Nigerian singer,songwriter and actress  of Itsekiri ethicity.She was born on 13th April 1982 in Delta state.

Parents; Frank Anirejuoritse and Aya Queen Megbele.

State of Origin;Delta State.

She is married to Tosin Yusuf and  she is blessed with a daughter Kamillah Yusuf.

She graduated from Ambrose Ali university where she studied Law.

Her hitsongs are; If you ask me, Billonaire, In the Music, My Life and lots more.

She is an Ambassador Globacom, Konga.com, Malta Guiness, she is also part of "Rise with the Energy of Africa".

Currently, her networth is 3 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the third  richest female musician  on our list.

Genres; Afrobeat, Afro Pop, R&B/soul.

Record Label; Hermanez Media, ROC Nation/Cabal Entertainment, O'MA Records.

She is 40 years old.

4. CHIDINMA

Chidinma Ekile, popularly known as  Chidinma is a Nigerian gospel singer and  songwriter. She was born 5th May 1991 in Ketu, Ikeja, Lagos State.

Her parents names are; Hillary  Ekile and Martha Ekile.

Sibling name; Chidiebere Aneke. 

State of Origin; Imo State.

She graduated from university of Lagos  where she studied Sociology. 

Her hitsongs are; This Love, Jesus the son of God, Jehovah Overdo, Ko S' oba Bire and lots more.

Currently, her networth is 2.8 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the fourth richest  female musician on our list.

Genres; Afrobeat, Christian.

Record Label; Eezee Concept, Tube land, 2NITE MUSIC GROUP, Zando.

She is 30 years old.

5. SHEYI SHAY

Deborah  Oluwaseyi Joshua, popularly known as  Sheyi Shay is a British-Nigerian  singer,songwriter and actress. She was born on 21th December 1985 in Tottenham, London, United Kingdom. 

Parents name; Mr and Mrs Oluwaseyi Odedere. 

Siblings; She has two elder brothers and an  elder sister.

State of Origin; Osun State.

She graduated from East London university where she studied Music Business Mangement. 

Her hitsongs are; Yolo, Give Me Love, Crazy, Right Now, Surrender and lots more.

Currently,her networth is 2.1 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the  fifth  riches on our list.

Genres; Afro Pop, R&B, Afro-soul, Reggae.

Record Label;Universal Music Publishing  Group, Island Record.

She is 35 years old.

6. ASA

Bukola Elemide, popularly known as Asa is a Nigerian-French singer, songwriter and recording artist. She was born on 17th September 1982 in Paris, France.

Parent name; Akin Elemide .

State of Origin; Ogun state.

She is single and plays Guitar, Piano and Vocals.

She graduated from the Lagos State University. 

 

Her hitsongs are;Iba, Ba mi dele, Jailer, Satan be gone, Awe.

Currently, her networth is 2 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the sixth richest female musician on our list. 

 

Genres; R&B/soul, Hip Pop/Rap, Afro Pop.

Record  Label; NAIVE.

She is 39 years old.

 

7. SIMI

Simisola  Bolatito Kosoko(nee Ogunleye), is a popular Nigeria singer, songwriter and  actress. She started her career as a gospel singer, releasing her debut album in 2008 titled Ogaju. She was born on 19th April, 1988 in Ojuelegba,Lagos State.

Parent name; Charles Oladele Ogunleye.

She is married to Adekunle Almoruf Kosoko popularly  known as Adekunle Gold AG Baby and blessed  with a daughter Adejare Kosoko.

State of Origin;Lagos State. 

She graduated  from Covenant university  where she studied mass Communication. 

Her hitsongs are;Ojagu, Tiff, Jamb Question, Love don't care, Joromi, Jericho, Know you, Duduke and lots more.

Currently, her networth is 2 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the seventh richest female artist on our list.

Genres;Afrobeat, Afro Pop, R&B/soul

Record  label; XEM MUSIC.

She is 33 years old.

8. WAJE

Aituaje Aina Vivian Ebele Iruobe, popularly known as Waje is a Nigerian singer. She was born on Ist September ,1980 in Akure.

Sibling; Smokey Tunes

She has a daughter Emerald Iruobe

State of Origin:Edo State.

She graduated from the university of Nigeria NUSUKKA where she studied Social Works.

Her hitsongs are; Onye, Best things, No be you, I'm Available, In the Air and lots more.

Currently,her networth is 1.7 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the eighth richest female artists.

Genres; Pop, R&B, Blues, Rock, Soul.

Record Label; WME, WAJE, Waje Musik Entertainment. 

She is 41 years old.

9. CYNTHIA MORGAN(MADRINA)

Cynthia Ikpomwosa Morgan, popularly known as  Cynthia Morgan is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. She was born on 23rd September,1991in Edo State.

Parent name; Sherifat Morgan.

State of Origin; Edo State.

She doesn't  have a university degree as she wanted to  focus on her Music career.

Her hitsongs are; Lead Me On, Don't break my heart, Right Move, I'm Taken, Popori and lots more.

Currently, her networth is 1.5 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the ninth richest female musician on our list. 

Genres; Afrobeat 

Record Label;Northside Entertainment Inc.

She is 30 years old.

10. NINIOLA

Niniola Apata popularly known as Niniola is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.She was born on15th December 1986 in Lagos.

Parent; Late General S.O Apata and Mrs Apata. 

Sibling: Teniola.

State of  Origin; Ekiti State. 

She graduated from the university of Lagos where she studied Education.

Her hitsongs are; Ryde, Commando, Too Sweet, Maradona, I did it, Look like Me and lots more.

Currently, her networth is 1.4 MILLION DOLLARS. Making her the tenth richest on our list.

Genres; R&B/Soul, Afrobeat, Afro pop.

Record Label; Drum Roll Record.

She is 35 years old.