Olayinka Joel Ayefele, popularly known as Yinka Ayefele, is a multi-talented figure in the Nigerian music industry.
Besides being a successful music producer and gospel singer, he is also a skilled radio host who entertains and informs listeners in Southwest Nigeria through his Fresh and Blast FM radio stations. His contribution to the music and media industry has made a significant impact in the region.
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- Full name: Olayinka Joel Eiffel
- Stage name: Yinka Ayefele
- Date of Birth: February 1, 1968
- Age: 56
- Birthplace: Ondo State, Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Occupation: Music producer, gospel singer, radio host
- Height: Unknown
- Parent: Joshua Taiwo Ayefele
- Siblings: Laolu Ayefele
- Spouse: Temitope Titillop
- Children: 3
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $1 million to $5 million
Early life and education
Olayinka Ayehfiele was born in Ondo State, Nigeria on February 1, 1968. He was raised by his parents, Joshua Taiwo Ayehfiele and an unnamed mother, and has a sibling, Laolu Ayehfiele.
Olayinka received his primary and secondary education at Our Saviours Anglican Primary School, Ipoti-Ekiti, and then continued his studies at the Ondo State College of Arts and Sciences, Ikare-Akoko, Ondo State. He is of Yoruba ethnicity and is a Christian.
Profession
Olayinka Ayefele’s background in journalism and broadcasting has greatly influenced his success as a musician. He developed strong communication skills and a keen ear for music production while working at the Federal Broadcasting Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) in Ibadan.
By composing jingles and other sound works for radio, Ayefel honed his abilities and paved the way for his musical success.
Yinka Ayefel rose to fame after he was paralyzed in a car accident in 1997. While in hospital, a friend encouraged him to pursue a career in music as a way to channel his energy.
This led to his debut album, Painful experiencereleased in 1998. The album chronicled his struggle and recovery, catapulting him to fame and solidifying his place in the music industry. Despite his physical limitations, Ayefel continues to create music and use his story to inspire others.
Yinka Ayefele is known for his unique blend of gospel music with high energy percussive beats, a style he calls ‘Gospel Tumba.’ The music has a broad appeal, attracting fans from all religious backgrounds, making him a household name in the Nigerian music industry.
Besides his musical talents, Ayefele is also an astute business leader. In 2015, he founded Fresh FM, a commercial radio station focused on entertainment and lifestyle programming. Since then, Fresh FM has grown into a network with stations in Ibadan, Abeokuta, Ado Ekiti and other cities, further cementing Ayefele’s influence and success in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @yinkaayefele
- Facebook account: Yinka Ayefele
Personal life
Yinka Ayefele and his wife Temitope Titilope have been married since 2000 and have three children. Their marriage is happy and strong, as can be seen from their close family ties and successful careers.
Discography
- Painful experience (1998)
- Sweet experience (1999)
- other (2000)
- Divine Intervention (2001)
- Playground (2002)
- Life after death (2003)
- desire (2004)
- fulfill (2005)
- A New Dawn (2005)
- Next Level (2006)
- gratitude (2007)
- Absolutely praise (2008)
- Transformation (2009)
- Eternal Grace (2010)
- PRAYER POINTS (2011)
- God’s Goodness (2012)
- quilt (2013)
- Victor (2014)
- promote (2015)
- Fresh Glory (2016)
- Living Testimony (2017)
- Favor (2018)
- Beyond the Limits (2019)
- Ekundayo (Excitement) (2020)
- Performance (2021)
- So far, so good (2022)
- comfort (2023)
net worth
Yinka Ayefele’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million, earned primarily through his work in the music industry and his ownership of the Fresh and Blast FM radio station network in southwestern Nigeria. His talent and hard work have contributed to his success and wealth.
