Fiokee, also known by his real name Ifiok Effanga, is a talented Nigerian guitarist with a knack for playing trebly solos infused with highlife guitar melodies. Born on January 10, 1982, Fiokee has worked closely with many popular Nigerian artists including Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade, and Patoranking. He received his education at the Petroleum Training Institute in Effurun, Delta State.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Ifiok Effanga |
| Date Of Birth: | January 10, 1982 |
| State Of Origin: | Akwa Ibom, Nigeria |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Occupation(s): | Guitarist, Singer |
| Labels: | Fiokee Records |
| Net Worth: | $1 Million |
Early Life And Education
Originally from Akwa Ibom state in Nigeria, Fiokee is the fourth of six siblings. His passion for music blossomed in his early years while singing in a church choir, where he mastered the solfa notation. Despite facing financial constraints, Fiokee started learning to play the guitar from a taxi driver. Eventually, he pursued a degree in mechanical engineering at Delta State in 2003, all the while honing his guitar skills by performing in church settings.
Career
After making his mark on a reality music competition show named Star Quest in 2008, Fiokee ventured to Lagos State and emerged victorious with his group Diamonds. This success propelled him into the limelight, leading to collaborations on popular tracks such as Simi’s ‘Simisola,’ Flavour’s ‘Thankful,’ and Patoranking’s ‘God Over Everything.’
In 2016, Fiokee took a significant step in his career by establishing his record label, Fiokee Records. Recently, on January 14, 2022, he released his debut album titled “MAN,” featuring fourteen tracks with appearances by various renowned Nigerian artists on each song.
Having made a significant impact with hit singles since his album debut, Fiokee has collaborated with several prominent international artists like Jean & Alex. His most recent release, “Fine Girl Today,” dropped on August 9, 2024, further establishing his standing in the music scene.
Personal Life
Fiokee is known for being very private about his personal life, and not much information is disclosed about it.
Fiokee Net Worth
Fiokee’s financial worth has been approximated to be around $1 million, reflecting his success and influence in the music industry.
Discography
Albums
Singles
- Fine Girl Today – Single (2024) – Released on August 9, 2024.
Collaborations
- “Simisola” with Simi
- “Thankful” with Flavour
- “God Over Everything” with Patoranking
- “Woju” with Kizz Daniel
- “Ferrari” with Yemi Alade