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.