Captain Matthew Ekeinde is a prominent Nigerian businessman and pilot. He is best known as the husband of Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, a famous Nollywood actress.
Ekeinde had a successful career in both business and aviation, making him a highly respected figure in his country.
His marriage to Omotola also established him as a prominent public figure and a supportive partner in her successful acting career.
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- Full name: Captain Matthew Ekeinde
- Stage Name: Matthew
- Date of birth: March 23, 1968
- Age: 56 years old
- Place of birth: Sabongida Ora, Edo State, Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Occupation: businessman and captain
- Height: 5’10”
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Ekeinde
- Siblings: unknown
- Spouse: Omotola Jalade Ekeinde (d. 1996)
- Children: 4, Princess Ekeinde, Captain Ekeinde, Maraiah Ekeinde and Micheal Ekeinde
- Relationship: married
- Net worth: $5 million
Early life and education
Captain Matthew Ekeinde, born on 23 March 1968 in Sabongida Ora, Edo State, Nigeria, was raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ekeinde. He grew up with his siblings, although their names are not known to the media.
He received his early education in Lagos and later attended Emmanuel College in Owerri. After completing his secondary education, he pursued his dream of becoming a pilot and obtained his pilot’s license.
Career
Captain Matthew Ekeinde has fulfilled his childhood dream of becoming a pilot. His passion for aviation began at a young age when his father, who worked at the Ikeja Airport, took him to work and showed him an old fighter jet. From that moment on, he was determined to become a pilot.
After completing his studies, he pursued his dream by attending aviation school and obtaining his pilot’s license. Today, he is a successful pilot, proving that with dedication and hard work, one can achieve their dreams.
Captain Matthew Ekeinde is not only an experienced pilot but also a successful businessman. He started his flying career in the UK and later returned to his native Nigeria in 1991.
Throughout his career, he has worked with many companies and has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and skills. Through hard work and dedication, he rose through the ranks to become Captain Matthew Ekeinde.
Some of the airlines he has worked with include:
- Aviation contractor
- AIC Airlines is owned by CEO Harry Akande.
- Nigerian Air
- Arik Air
- Alarm bell
- Bristow Helicopters (Pan African Airlines)
- Sosoliso
Apart from his career as a pilot, Captain Ekeinde has also ventured into the business world. He recently founded The Aquatic Jungle Entertainment, a tourism and entertainment centre located in Badagry.
With plans to build a small airport, five-star hotel, aquarium, roller coaster and zoo, Captain Ekeinde’s vision for the project is both ambitious and exciting.
Social media
- Instagram name: @captainekeinde
Personal life
When Captain Matthew Ekeinde and his wife, Omotola Jalade, got married in 2006, they had been together for many years.
They had a courthouse wedding in 1996 and a traditional wedding in 2001, after welcoming three children. However, they decided to have another wedding several years later.
In a unique and romantic gesture, Omotola and Captain Matthew Ekeinde had their mid-air wedding ceremony on board a plane, witnessed by a priest and family members.
The couple’s love story began in 1994 when Omotola was 16 and Captain Matthew was 26. They were introduced to each other through his sister at church and after waiting for Omotola to reach adulthood for two years, Matthew proposed to her before entering polytechnic.
Currently, the couple is living happily together and has four children: Princess Ekeinde, Captain Ekeinde, Maraiah Ekeinde and Micheal Ekeinde.
Net worth
Captain Matthew Ekeinde, husband of Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade, is famous for his successful career as a captain pilot and businessman.
With an estimated net worth of $5 million, he has proven himself to be a skilled and intelligent businessman. His hard work and dedication have certainly contributed to his impressive financial success.
