The Nigerian music industry is by far dominated by men, but there are some superwomen who are stealing the show too. These Nigerian female musicians are so wealthy that some of them own expensive houses, expensive cars and expensive properties worth millions of naira.
The music industry in Nigeria makes billions of naira annually. Our Nigerian female musicians are living an extravagant lifestyle. The life of fame, glamour, money and flamboyance has become the order of their day and it is a life many of us are dreaming to live in. So in this article I will be sharing with you the top 10 richest female musicians in Nigeria in 2023 and their net worth.
10. Seyi Shay 
Seyi Shay is a Nigerian R&B singer, songwriter, recording artiste, stage performer and a model. She was born on 21st December 1985 in Tottenham, London in the United Kingdom. She has an estimated net worth of $3 million. She attended Command High School in Maryland, Lagos, Nigeria. After which she went back to London in United Kingdom to complete her university studies. Her interest in music was influenced by members of her household. Seyi Shay started singing and performing at the age of 14 years old and today she is a global venture.
9. Waje 
Waje is a Nigerian R&B singer, songwriter, vocalist, recording artist and an actress. She was born 1st September 1980 in Akure, Ondo State in the south western part of Nigeria. Waje started her career as a back-up singer. She has an estimated net worth of $5 million. Waje is a brand ambassador for GLO and always campaign for them. Her hit single “Don’t Really Have A Heart” topped many music charts in Nigeria.
8. Omawumi 
Omawumi is a Nigerian R&B singer, songwriter, recording artiste, stage performer, actress and a model. She was born on 13th April 1982 in Warri, Delta State in the south southern part of Nigeria. She started her music career in 2007. She has an estimated net worth of $5.4 million. Omawumi attended Nana Primary School and College of Education Demonstration Secondary School both in Warri, Delta State. After which she attended Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma in Edo State and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
7. Tems 
Tems is a Nigerian R&B singer, songwriter, recording artiste, stage performer and a model. She was born on 11th June 1995 in Ajah, Lagos, Nigeria. She has an estimated net worth of $6 million. In 2021, she earned two US top 40 entries on the Billboard Hot 100 with her collaboration with Drake on the song “Fountains” and Wizkid with the song “Essence.” She attended Dowen College before proceeding to South Africa for her Tertiary education.
6. Asa 
Asa is a multitalented singer, songwriter, vocalist and recording artist. She rose to prominence when she released her hit single “Eye Adaba” and “Jailer” in 2009. She has an estimated net worth of $6.2 million. She has so many hit songs and has been described as one of the greatest female act in Nigeria. She currently has a brand endorsement deal with Guaranty Trust Bank worth millions of Naira.
5. Niniola 
Niniola is a multitalented singer, songwriter, vocalist and recording artist. She was born on 15th December 1986 in Lagos. She has an estimated net worth of $6.8 million. She participated in the sixth season of Project Fame West Africa in 2013. After releasing her debut single “Ibadi”, she was nominated for Most Promising Act to Watch at the 2015 Nigerian Entertainment Awards. She attended Apata Memorial High School and University of Lagos.
4. Simi 
Simi is a Nigerian R&B singer, vocalist, songwriter, recording artiste, stage performer and a model. She was born on 19th April 1988 in Ojuelegba, Surulere, Lagos State, Nigeria. She is the last child in the family of four children. She has an estimated net worth of $7.5 million. After completing her basic education, she attended Covenant University in Ota, Ogun State and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication. She started her music career professionally in 2008.
3. Chidinma Ekile 
Chidinma Ekile is a Nigerian Afro pop singer, gospel singer, songwriter, recording artist, stage performer and a model. She was born on 2nd May 1991 in Ketu, Lagos State. She has an estimated net worth of $8 million. She hails from Imo State. She started singing at the age of 6 years old. She became famous after winning the MTN Project Fame West Africa in 2010. Her hit single “Kedike” made her a global venture.
2. Tiwa Savage 
Tiwa Savage is a Nigerian Afro pop singer, songwriter, recording artist, stage performer and a model. She was born on 5th February 1980 in Ikeja, Lagos state and relocated to United Kingdom at the age of 11. She has an estimated net worth of $9 million. Tiwa Savage is a graduate of Business Administration from the University of Kent in the United Kingdom. She started her career as a back-up singer for Beyonce and later returned to Nigeria to join Mavin Records own by Don Jazzy.
1. Yemi Alade 
Yemi Alade is a Nigerian Afro pop singer, songwriter, vocalist, recording artiste, stage performer and a model. She was born on 13th March 1989 in Abia State, but grew up in Lagos State. Her father is from Yoruba origin while her mother is from Igbo origin. She attended St Saviour British Primary School and Victory Grammar School both in Lagos. After which she attended Federal University of Lagos and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography. She is has an estimated net worth of $10 million making her the richest female musician in Nigerian in 2023.
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