The list of richest artistes in Nigeria was put together using factors such as endorsement value, popularity, show rates, live streams, sales, awards, YouTube views, appearance in newspapers, investment, social media presence, influence and others.
Who are the top ten richest artistes Nigerian music Industry?
Nigerian artistes, Don Jazzy, Wizkid and Davido, are among the top ten richest African musicians.
In this article, We will take a look at 10 Nigerian music superstars who have earned so much in 2021 and are topping the music-rich list according to Forbes rating.
1. Davido
He is estimated to have a net worth of $40,000,000 (₦24,000,000,000). Guess that is why he sang the lyrics, “30 billion for the account” Davido topped the list of richest music stars in Nigeria. He comes from a wealthy family and yet hustled for his personal fame and wealth. According to Forbes, his net worth in 2021 is 24 billion naira.
2. Wizkid
He has a net worth of $30,000,000 ( ₦18,000,000,000). Wizkid who is popularly known or called “Starboy” is worth 18 billion naira as of the year 2021. Wizkid had a successful year with his Made in Lagos deluxe album making waves across the world and giving him more international recognition. The Essence crooner recently sold out the historical London O2 Arena for three straight nights.
3. Burna Boy
Burna boy has a net worths of $18,000,000 ( ₦10,800,000,000). The self-acclaimed African giant comes third in our list of richest Nigerian musicians with a net worth of over 10 billion naira. Burna Boy had a successful year as well in terms of sold-out concerts in different parts of the world.
4. Don Jazzy
This comes as no surprise as the music producer is worths $17.500,000 net worth ( ₦10,500,000,000). Don Jazzy is worth over 10 billion naira, he has carved a niche for himself as one of the biggest influencers in the Nigerian social media space.
5. 2Baba Idibia
2Face also known as 2Baba has a net worth of $16,000,000 ( ₦ 9,600,000,000).Amazing! According to Forbes, veteran Nigerian music star, 2Baba Idibia is worth a staggering 9.6 billion naira. He used to be topping the rich list chat beating several of his contemporaries.
6. Olamide
He has a net worth of $14,000,000 ( ₦8,400,000,000). The YBNL boss has paid the due with hard work and now reaping big. The singer explored the international market in 2021 and he is thriving big time there. He is worth 8.4 billion naira as an artist.
7. Phyno
He has a net worth of $11,000,000 (N6,600,000,000). He is Olamide’s bestie. The duo did a lot of songs together some years back and still have respect for each other.
8. Timaya
Timaya occupies a spot on the list with a net worth of $10,500,000 (N6,300,000,000). Timaya who has blessed his fans with several hits lasted so many years in the music business. He is one of the musicians that love living a private low key life.
9. Flavour
Flavour nabania as he is popularly called has a net worth of $9,500,000 (N5,700,000,000). He had a successful year musically with his hit single, Levels.
10. Tiwa Savage
She has a net worth of $9,000,000 (N5,400,000,000). Tiwa Savage is the only lady that made it to the top 10 in the richest Nigerian artistes list. Apart from the recent sex scandal, she is one of the artiste in Nigeria with hit songs, endorsement and cash.
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