Omawumi is a multi-talented Nigerian artist known for her talents as a singer, songwriter and actress. She has released several albums and singles and has appeared in several films and television shows.
Apart from her successful career in the entertainment industry, Omawumi is also a philanthropist who has been recognized for her humanitarian work.
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- Full name: Omawumi Megbele
- Stage name: Omawumi
- Date of Birth: April 13, 1982
- Age: 41
- Birthplace: Warri, Delta State
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Occupation: Singer and actor
- Height: 5’8
- Parents: Queen and Chief Dr. Frank Megbele,
- Siblings: 14
- Spouse: Tosin Yusuf
- Children: 2
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $3 million
Early life and education
Omawumi Megbele, known as Omawumi, was born on April 13, 1982 in Warri, Delta State, Nigeria.
Her parents, Queen and Dr. Frank Megbele, were Itskiri and both were academics. Omawunmi was the 12th of 15 children.
Omawumi attended the Demonstration Secondary School, College of Education, Warri and later studied law at the Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria.
She also holds a degree in French from the University of Education in Benin.
Profession
Omawumi’s success story began when she participated in the West African Idol show, where she quickly gained recognition for her strong voice and stage presence.
Although she was only runner-up in the May 2007 competition, she has had a very successful music career. She has collaborated with well-known artists such as P-Square, 2face Idibia, Chaka Demus and Pliers, showcasing her talents locally and internationally.
Omawumi’s versatility and ability to captivate audiences through her performances have cemented her place as one of Africa’s top musicians.
Omawumi is a Nigerian singer-songwriter who rose to fame in 2007 after finishing second in the West African Idol singing competition.
She has released four albums, showcasing her talent and versatility in different genres. Her debut single “In Music”, It was released in September 2008, and she followed that up with her first album, Wonder WomanNovember 11, 2009.
She then released her second album. The Lasso of TruthApril 10, 2013. Her most recent album, In her feelings, released on June 14, 2019, is a blend of Afro-fusion, jazz, and R&B.
This album includes “For My Baby, Mr. Sinner, Far Away, True Love, Tabansi and “Green grass.”
Since Omawumi officially debuted in the fictional world, she has consistently shown a talent for incorporating visual presentation and dramatic elements into her music videos.
This showcases her versatility as an artist, making her a strong candidate for acting roles. Her skills as a musician translate seamlessly into her acting career, making her a versatile actor in both industries.
Omawumi has impressed with every film role she has played, solidifying her status as a talented actress.
Awards and nominations
- 2008 – Headies Awards: Next Rated Award
- 2013 – Nigeria Entertainment Awards: Best Female Vocal Performance
- 2014 – City People Entertainment Awards: R&B Artist of the Year
- 2014 – Nigeria Entertainment Awards: Best Collaboration (Enjoy Yourself with Flavour N’abania)
- 2017 – African Music Magazine Awards: Best West African Female Artist
- 2017 – Ghana Music Awards: African Collaboration of the Year (Enjoy Yourself with Flavour N’abania)
- 2018 – Headies Awards: Best Female Vocal Performance (for “Me Myself I”)
- 2010 – Headies Award: Best R&B/Pop Album (Wonder Woman)
- Best Female Vocalist
- 2010 – Nigeria Entertainment Awards:
- Best Album (Wonder Woman)
- Best Female Vocalist
- Best New Performance
- Best Collaboration Award (for collaborating with Da Grin on “Thank God”)
- 2013 – Headies Awards:
- Best Music Video (“Megbele”)
- Best R&B/Pop Album (The Lasso of Truth)
- Best Female Vocalist
- 2014 – Headies Awards:
- Best R&B/Pop Album (Love & Life)
- Best Female Vocalist
- 2016 – Headies Awards:
- Best Female Vocalist (“Me Myself I”)
social media
- Twitter: @Omawunmi
- Facebook: @OmawunmiOfficial
- Instagram: @omawonder
personal life
Omawunmi has been in a long-term relationship with her partner Tosin Yusuf since 2010. The couple has two children, a son and a daughter.
Despite being in the public eye, Omawumi is very private about her personal life and has managed to keep her relationships and family out of media attention.
She said her family is her priority and she strives to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Discography
Studio albums:
- Wonder Woman (2009)
- Lasso of Truth (2013)
- Eternity (2017)
- In Her Feelings (2019)
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singles:
- “In the Music” (2007)
- “Today is the Day” (2008)
- “African Road” (2009)
- “If You Ask Me” (2011)
- “Bottom Belle” (2012)
- “I’m Not Sure” (2013)
- “Megbelle” (2013)
- Play Na Play (2015)
- “Butterfly” (2016)
- “Somtin” (2018)
- “Without You” (2019)
- “For My Baby” (2019)
- “Mr. Sinner” (2019)
- True Love (2019)
net worth
Omawunmi’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million.
She has earned these fortunes through her successful career as a singer, songwriter and actress in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Aside from her music and acting career, Omawunmi has also bagged several brand endorsements and signed lucrative endorsement deals that contribute to her overall net worth.
