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Linda Ifeoma Ikeji (born September 19, 1980), popularly known as Linda Ikeji, is a highly respected Nigerian figure with expertise spanning various fields. She is a famous Nigerian writer, blogger, enterprising businesswoman and former fashion model.
Born into a devout Catholic family in Nkwerre, Imo State, Linda Ikeji had a passion for writing from an early age. Her blogging hobby started as just a hobby, but after its inception in 2006, she quickly took to LindaIkejiBlog.com and it quickly became one of the most popular and profitable blogs. in Nigeria.
Linda Ikeji’s entrepreneurial mindset helped her leverage the power of digital media, and with the rise of the Internet, she saw an opportunity to showcase her writing skills while earning an income. Since then, she has been recognized for her immense efforts in the blogging industry and her contribution to the development of digital media in Nigeria is commendable.
Linda Ikeji has become one of the wealthiest bloggers in Africa thanks to her exceptional work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit, which also earned her a place among the 20 richest people of the Igbo tribe in Nigeria.
Besides her notable achievements in the blogging field, Linda Ikeji is also a former model who has modeled for famous brands. Her business acumen has enabled her to venture into a variety of fields, including real estate and media production. At the age of 43, her success story has inspired many young Nigerians to aspire to make their mark.
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| First and last name: | Linda Ifeoma Ikeji |
| Stage name: | Linda Ikeji |
| Born: | September 19, 1980 (43 years old) |
| Place of birth: | Nkwerre, Imo State, Nigeria |
| State of origin: | Imo State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Height: | 1.71 m |
| Parents: | Ikeji family |
| Siblings: | Laura Ikeji, Sandra Ikeji, Vera Ikeji Shilobod, Peks Ikeji, Edna Ikeji, Benita Ikeji |
| Couple: | Not married |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | Sholaye Jeremi, Okoro Daniel O (rum.), Don Jazzy (rum.) |
| Children: | Jayce Ikeji |
| Job: | Blogger • Businessman |
| Net value: | 7.2 million USD |
Early Life & Education
Linda Ifeoma Ikeji was born into a devout Catholic family, from Nkwerre, Imo State, Nigeria, on September 19, 1980, making her 43 years old. As the second child of the family, Linda Ikeji was raised in the company of five siblings, including brother Peks Ikeji and sisters Laura Ikeji, Sandra Ikeji, Vera Ikeji Shilobod, Edna Ikeji and Benita Ikeji.
Linda Ikeji’s love of writing began at a young age, when she was just 10 years old. She excelled in school and finished secondary school at the age of 17, enrolling at the prestigious University of Lagos to pursue a degree in English. To support her family and herself, she worked as a waitress, model, and part-time writer at university.
In 2004, Linda Ikeji graduated from the University of Lagos with excellent results and in 2006, she discovered her passion for blogging, which initially started as a hobby. At that time, the internet in Nigeria was not as popular as it is now, so she had to post at a cyber cafe.
Fast forward to today, Linda Ikeji has become a famous blogger, writer, entrepreneur and former model in Nigeria, making herself one of the richest bloggers in Africa. Despite her many achievements, she remains humble and grounded.
Personal life
In 2018, Linda Ikeji, a famous Nigerian blogger, made headlines after revealing she was pregnant. This announcement caused a wave of controversy because she is known for being a proponent of celibacy and some people considered her hypocritical.
Adding to her troubles, Google shut down her blog that same year, which created further obstacles for her. To make matters worse, John Abayomi, the online editor of Punch Newspaper, threatened to sue her over a false story. It was difficult for Linda Ikeji but she remained strong and focused.
Despite the difficulties, Linda Ikeji gave birth to a healthy baby boy named Jayce Ikeji in September 2018. The child’s father is Sholaye Jeremi, a man she met in December 2015.
It is worth noting that Linda Ikeji was previously rumored to be in a relationship with Don Jazzy and Okoro Daniel O, but she never confirmed or denied these rumors. Either way, the birth of her son was a turning point in her life and she has enjoyed motherhood ever since. Linda Ikeji has never been married.
Career
Linda Ikeji’s story is one of resilience and determination that brought her fame and fortune. She first found her calling as a writer when she was just a young girl, writing down her thoughts and reflections in a diary. Over time, her passion for writing grew and she began to explore different avenues to express her ideas.
In 2006, Linda Ikeji discovered blogging, which quickly became a way to share her thoughts. She launched her blog, lindaikeji.blogspot.com, in 2007, which proved to be a game changer. The blog’s popularity skyrocketed and her voice became one of the most influential in the Nigerian media landscape.
But she didn’t stop there. She explored other media projects, including radio shows and hosting on Linda Ikeji TV. In 2016, she founded Linda Ikeji Music, a platform promoting Nigerian music and musicians.
Despite occasional setbacks, such as Google temporarily shutting down her blog in 2018, Linda Ikeji remains undeterred. She continued to innovate, founding Linda Ikeji Social, a social media platform that brought Nigerians from all walks of life together.
But Linda Ikeji’s achievements are not limited to media and business. She has a philanthropic heart and in 2016 she launched the I want to be independent campaign; The No Thanks initiative aims to help young women aged 16-25 who have business ideas and want to become entrepreneurs. This initiative provides them with seed funding to help make their dreams come true.
All of these achievements have not gone unnoticed and Linda Ikeji has been recognized by many organizations and publications. In 2012, Forbes Africa honored her as one 20 most prominent womenand in 2018, Trinity International University in Georgia awarded her an honorary doctorate for her incredible work in business and communications across Africa.
Through it all, Linda Ikeji remains humble and grateful for the opportunities that have come her way. As shared in her 2020 New Year’s resolution, she is committed to continuing to grow and learn as both a businesswoman and a human being.
Net value
According to sources, Linda Ikeji has a net worth of $7.2 million. She has multiple sources of income and is considered the richest blogger in Africa.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @Officiallindaikeji
- Twitter name: @Lindaikeji
