Olakunle Oladunni Churchill, also known as Tonto Dikeh’s ex-husband, is a famous Nigerian businessman and philanthropist.
He has founded many successful companies through his Churchill Group and has also founded the Churchill Foundation, a charity that aims to help disadvantaged communities in Nigeria. Churchill was also known for her support of women’s rights and was recognized for her humanitarian efforts.
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- Full name: Olakule Oladunni Churchill
- Stage name: Olakule Churchill
- Date of birth: December 27, 1982
- Age: 41 years old
- Place of birth: Ondo State, Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Occupation: Nigerian businessman
- Height: 5’5”
- Parents: Unknown
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Tonto Dikeh (d. 2015; div. 2017), Rosy Meurer (d. 2019)
- Children: 2, Andre Omodayo Churchill and King Churchill Junior
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: 8 million USD
Early life and education
Olakunle Churchill is a Nigerian businessman and philanthropist born on December 27, 1982 in Ondo state, Nigeria. He was raised by his grandmother, his name was not disclosed to the media and the names of his siblings were also not disclosed.
After completing his primary education in Ondo State, he attended Apata Memorial Secondary School for his secondary education and then went on to attend the prestigious Nigerian Navy School in Abeokuta for his senior secondary education. .
In addition to his formal education, Churchill holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Applications from Don Bosco India and an Honorary Doctorate from ISCG University in the Republic of Benin.
These educational achievements equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a successful entrepreneur and leader in the business world.
Career
Olakunle Churchill has had a successful career in both real estate and ICT.
He founded Big Churchill in Ghana when he was just 23 years old and went on to found the Churchill Group, expanding into various industries such as agriculture, mining, engineering and entertainment. In particular, he is also known as the adopted son of former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo.
In addition to his successful career, he is also dedicated to contributing to the community. Later in his career, he established the Churchill Foundation as a charitable organization, allocating 10% of the company’s revenue to support various charitable initiatives.
This act of generosity has had a positive impact on countless individuals and continues to make a difference in the lives of those in need.
Awards and certificates
- Nigeria Goodwill Ambassador Award (2015)
- Honorary Doctorate in Social Communication from ISCG University, Cotonou (2016)
- Chieftaincy titles from the Kagoro community and the Kamara community council of chiefs, Liberia (2017)
- Man of the Year at the 2017 Scream Awards
- Special Recognition Award at the 2017 City People’s Film Awards
- African Youth and Governance Champion Award for “tremendous contributions to entrepreneurship, agriculture and IT”
- Humanitarian Award at the AfroGlobal Television Excellence Awards
- Leader Awarded by Ezinwa Chukwu Mere Eze of Nike Community, Enugu East, Enugu State (2018)
- Appears on the cover of Attention Magazine’s impressive 12th edition (2019)
Social Media
- Instagram: @OlakunleChurchill
Personal life
Olakunle Churchill has had two marriages in the past decade. His first marriage was to Nigerian actress, Tonto Dikeh, in 2015. They welcomed a son, Andre Omodayo Churchill, in 2016 but unfortunately divorced in July 2017.
In 2021, Churchill married actress Rosy Meurer. They recently welcomed a child, King Churchill Junior, into their family.
Net value
Olakunle Churchill is a Nigerian businessman and philanthropist, with an estimated net worth of $8 million.
He has built a successful career in a variety of industries, including real estate, entertainment and telecommunications. He is also known for his charity work, supporting various causes and organizations in Nigeria and beyond.
