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Olamilekan Massoud Al-Khalifah Agbeleshebioba (born 8 November 1993), nicknamed “Laycon”, is a talented Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter and media personality.
Lekong emerged as the victor and final champion of the famous reality show Big Brother Nigeria Season 5. With his exceptional musical talent and charisma, he has won huge popularity and admiration from fans across Nigeria.
Laycon’s victory in the competition solidified his status as a rising star in the entertainment industry. He also became famous for the song, Fiercewhich also features rappers Reminisce and Chinko Ekun.
Nigerian rapper
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| Name: | Olamilkan Masoud Al-Khalifa Agbeleshbi Oba |
| stage name: | Lycon |
| Date of Birth: | November 8, 1993 (30 years old) |
| place of birth: | Lagos, Nigeria |
| country of origin: | Ogun State |
| educate: | University of Lagos, University of Portsmouth |
| Country of Citizenship: | Nigeria |
| high: | 1.67 m |
| parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Agbeleshebioba |
| Brothers and sisters: | Abayomi Agbeleshebioba, Alice Agbeleshebioba |
| spouse: | unmarried |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Erica Nelevidim (cr.) |
| Children: | not applicable |
| Profession: | Rapper • Television personality |
| net worth: | $250,000 |
Early life and education
A native of Baluwen, Odida, Ogun State, Nigeria, Lekong was born on November 8, 1993 in the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria.
His upbringing was taken care of by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Agbeleshebioba, who played a pivotal role in shaping him into the person he is today. Growing up, Laycon enjoyed a good relationship with his two siblings, Abayomi Agbeleshebioba and Alice Agbeleshebioba, and they experienced numerous adventures together during their childhood.
During his educational journey, Laycon attended Lagos State Model CollegeFrom 2003 to 2009, he studied at Merian University in Lagos, Nigeria. In 2012, he was selected by the prestigious University of Lagos Studying for a degree in philosophy.
Throughout his academic career, he demonstrated dedication and hard work to complete his studies, graduating with an impressive second-class upper degree in 2016. In 2023, Laycon graduated from Stanford University with a master’s degree in international relations. University of Portsmouth.
Profession
Laycon began his career as a personal assistant to the company’s respected Managing Director and CEO. Latjum Global Nigeria LimitedAfter completing his studies, he entered the field of professional sales and business development Bestman Game Located in the bustling area of Ikoyi, Lagos.
In 2019, fate intertwined his musical ambitions and he teamed up with the famous Fierce Country Under the guidance of Olugbenga Jackson, the record label was formed. February 21, 2019, became a memorable day for Laycon as he unleashed his creativity in the form of collaboration. Fiercefeaturing the captivating art of Chinko Ekun and Reminisce. This melodious gem finds its rightful place in the enchanting canvas of his second EP, the mysterious Who is Laycon?
Fans are eagerly awaiting his single ” Pointlesswas presented to the auditory world on August 28, 2020.
Fascinatingly, the charming DJ Neptune created a beautiful remix of this famous song, No one In October 2020, Laycon collaborated with Mr Eazi and Joeboy, incorporating his lyrical talents into the music, with a magnetic charm that elevates No one iCONS remix Reaching mesmerizing heights.
Laycon persisted in his music, and his personal charm caught the eye of Mr Real, who invited DJ Neptune to collaborate on a dazzling remix. Baba Ferathe song was released on January 30, 2021.
Laycon made his much-anticipated debut on the glamorous stage of Nigerian reality TV show Big Brother on July 19, 2020. He exuded an indescribable charisma, instantly winning the hearts of fans near and far and rocking the collective imagination.
Three days later, on July 22, 2020, Laycon received the coveted Instagram validation for his talent, catapulting him into the ranks of a household name.
But there was no limit to his meteoric rise, and on September 19, 2020, Lecon etched his name in the annals of Big Brother, reaching new heights within the hallowed confines of the iconic Big Brother house as he amassed more than 1 million followers on Instagram.
Awards and nominations
- City People Music Award: Winner
- American Africa Entertainment Awards: Winners
- Naijatraffic Awards: Winner
- Net Honors: Nominated
Social Media
- Instagram account: Laycon (@itslaycon)
- Facebook: Laycon
- Twitter account: biọba (@itsLaycon)
- Tiktok account: Laycon (@itslaycon)
Personal life
After getting to know Erica Nlewedim better, Laycon began to develop feelings for her. He could not resist his desire to have a relationship with her and he mustered up the courage to confess his feelings to her.
However, Lekong was left heartbroken when Erica Nelewedim rejected his advances and revealed that she had developed strong feelings for another housemate, Kiddwaya. As if Lekong’s challenges weren’t enough, Kiddwaya happened to be Terry Waya’s son, which further complicated the situation.
After breaking up with his girlfriend in 2020, Laycon publicly admitted that he had been in romantic relationships with three celebrities, one of whom was a famous actress. Despite the high profile of these relationships, Laycon managed to keep a low profile and always kept a low profile. Laycon is currently 30 years old.
As of now, Laycon is not in a relationship, married, and has no children. He is currently single and focusing on his career.
Discography
Album
- 2021: Shall we get started?
- 2021: I Am Laycon (Original Soundtrack)
EP and single
- 2016: Young, Black, and Talented
- 2020: Who is Laycon?
- 2019: Intense
- 2020: Pointless
- 2020: Hip-Hop
- 2021: Fall in love with me
- 2021: Wagwaan
- 2022: A new dimension
- 2022: 2000
net worth
Lekong is the winner of BBNaija Lockdown and a famous artist in Nigeria with an estimated net worth of $250,000. His success on the reality show has definitely boosted his financial status, showcased his talent, and won the hearts of many.
