Find Out the Real Names of These 50 Nigerian Celebrities

Also known as pseudonym and screen name, stage names are one element that most celebrities (Nigerian celebrities included), actors, comedians, musicians and even wrestlers cannot do without. Writers also have brand names which they call “pen name” and often times these “fake” names get all the fame while the real names gradually fade into oblivion.

You might wonder why these class of people tend to always use stage names. It is because their real name is considered unattractive, dull, or at times, is difficult to pronounce. A stage name is supposed to project a certain image, as well as attract attention to their particular craft while bringing a level of sophistication with it.

Nigerian celebrities, like their counterparts across Africa and around the globe, are known by their stage names. For the benefit of their fans, we at BuzzNigeria have compiled a list of some of them whose real names are not as popular as their brand name.

NB: This is a randomly ranked list, with popularity, success or net worth not taken into account on which number the celebrity falls into.

Check Out The Real Names Of These Nigerian Celebrities

1. Ali Baba

Real Name: Atunyota Alleluya Akporobomerere
Occupation: Comedian, Actor

2. Asa

Real Name: Bukola Elemide
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter

3. Faze

Real Name: Chibuzor Orji
Occupation: Singer

4. Blackface

Real Name: Ahmedu Augustine Obiabo
Occupation: Singer

5. Burna Boy

Real Name: Damini Ogulu
Occupation: Singer

6. Dija

Real Name: Hadiza Blell
Occupation: Singer

7. M.I

Real Name: Jude Abaga
Occupation: Singer and Rapper

8. Dammy Krane

Real Name: Oyindamola Johnson Emmanuel
Occupation: Singer

9. 9ice

Real Name: Alexander Abolore Adegbola Adigun Ajifolajifaola
Occupation: Singer

10. Akpororo

Real Name: Bowoto Jephta
Occupation: Comedian, Actor

11. Dencia

Real Name: Reprudencia Sonkey
Occupation: Singer, Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist

12. YBNL Princess

Real Name: Temmie Ovwasai
Occupation: Singer

13. GT Da Guitarman

Real Name: Olugbemiro Tokunbo Olaolu Akigbogun
Occupation: Singer

14. Harrysong

Real Name: Harrison Tare Okiri
Occupation: Singer

15. DJ Cuppy

Real Name: Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola
Occupation: Disc Jockey, Singer

16. DJ Spinall

Real Name: Sodamola Oluseye Desmond
Occupation: Disc Jockey, Singer

17. DJ Xclusive

Real Name: Rotimi Alakija
Occupation: Disc Jockey, Singer

18. Essence

Real Name: Okoro Uwale
Occupation: Singer

19. I Go Dye

Real Name: Francis Agoda
Occupation: Comedian, Actor

20. AY

Real Name: Ayo Makun
Occupation: Actor, Comedian, Radio and T.V Presenter, Writer, and Director

21. JJC

Real Name: Abdul Rasheed Bello
Occupation: Actor, Singer

22. Flavour 

Real Name: Chinedu Okoli
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Multi-instrumentalist

23. Lynxxx

Real Name: Chukie Edozien
Occupation: Rapper, Entrepreneur

24. Kiss Daniel

Real Name: Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe
Occupation: Singer

25. MC Galaxy

Real Name: Innocent Udeme Udofot
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter

26. Mode 9

Real Name: Babatunde Olusegun Adewale
Occupation: Rapper

27. Sasha P

Real Name: Anthonia Yetunde Alabi
Occupation: Singer, Rapper

28. Illbliss

Real Name: Tobechukwu Melvin Ejiofor
Occupation: Rapper, Businessman

29. Lepacious Bose

Real Name: Bose Ogunboye
Occupation: Actress

30. Pa James

Real Name: Kayode Olasehinde
Occupation: Actor

31. Phyno

Real Name: Azubuike Chibuzo Nelson
Occupation: Rapper, Actor

32. Reekado Banks

Real Name: Ayoleyi Hanniel Solomon
Occupation: Singer

33. Saka

Real Name: Afeez Oyetoro
Occupation: Comedian, Actor

34. Reminisce

Real Name: Remilekun Abdulkalid Safaru
Occupation: Rapper

35. Runtown

Real Name: Douglas Jack Agu
Occupation: Singer

36. Mr. 2Kay

Real Name: Abinye David Jumbo
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter

37. Sean Tizzle

Real Name: Morihanfen Oluwaseun Oluwabamidele
Occupation: Singer

38. Skales 

Real Name: Raoul John Njen-Njeng
Occupation: Singer, Rapper

39. Timaya 

Real Name: Enetimi Alfred Odom
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter

40. Waje

Real Name: Aituaje Iruobe
Occupation: Singer

41. Ycee

Real Name: Oludemilade Martin Alejo
Occupation: Rapper

42. Yung6ix

Real Name: Onome Onokohwomo
Occupation: Rapper

43. Jodie

Real Name: Joy Odiete
Occupation: Singer

44. Brymo

Real Name: Ashimi Olawale
Occupation: Singer

45. D Prince

Real Name: Charles Ajereh Enebeli
Occupation: Singer

46. Don Jazzy

Real Name: Michael Collins Ajereh
Occupation: Record Producer, Singer, Songwriter, and Entrepreneur

47. Dr Sid

Real Name: Sidney Onoriode Esiri
Occupation: Singer

48. Terry G

Real Name: Gabriel Amanyi
Occupation: Singer, Producer

49. Mo’Cheddah

Real Name: Modupe Ola
Occupation: Singer

50.  Lagbaja

Real Name: Bisade Ologunde
Occupation: Afrobeat Musician, Singer and Songwriter

Keep in mind that no matter how famous our Nigerian celebrities get, his family and close friends by default will still call them by their birth name.