The top 10 richest kids in Nigeria are Jayce Ikeji, Mompha Jr., Imade Adeleke, Jamil Balogun, Emmanuella Samuel, Kiriku, DJ Young Money, Ozzy Bosco, Aunty Success, and Egypt Ify Ufele
While a vast majority of adults work hard to acquire enough wealth to safeguard their future, some children hold in their procession millions and billions of money. Some of these rich kids are fortunate enough to be born into wealthy families, while others were able to transform their special abilities into good money. Here are the top 10 wealthiest kids in Nigeria today.
Jayce Ikeji is Currently the Richest Kid In Nigeria
- Date of birth: September 17, 2018
- Age: 5 years old
- Net Worth: $30 million
- Source of income: Parental Wealth
Jayce Ikechukwu Ikeji is the son of popular Nigerian blogger Linda Ikeji. His father’s name is Sholaye Jeremi. Jayce was born on the 17th of September 2018, and he is currently 5 years old. Jayce’s name was formerly Jayce Jeremi until his mother changed his surname.
Jayce is not into any business of his own, but as the only child of a famous Nigerian blogger, writer, entrepreneur, and former model, he has significantly benefitted from his mother’s wealth. He is also believed to have a share of the wealth of his father, who is reportedly a business mogul in Lagos state, Nigeria.
When Jayce was born in 2018, his mother bought him a Bentle Mulsanne worth over $25,000. Linda Ikeji’s net worth is estimated at $30 million, and as the only son of the Blogger, Jayce is believed to be the heir apparent to his mother’s fast-growing wealth.
Mompha Junior
- Date of birth: 2012
- Age: 12 years old
- Net Worth: $25 Million
- Source of income: Brand endorsements, Parental Wealth
Muhammed Awal Mustapha, popularly known as Mompha Junior, is the only son of internet celebrity Ismailia Mustapha, or ‘Mompha Senior’. Mompha Junior is essentially dubbed one of the richest kids in Nigeria, thanks to his riches. Born in 2012, Mompha Jr is currently 12 years old.
Mompha was eleven when his father bought him a mansion worth millions. He is not just one of the world’s youngest landlords but also one of the many celebrity kids with a lavish lifestyle. The 12-year-old kid is a fan of designer clothes like Gucci, Fendi, and Versace. He also owns luxury rides from different companies and models.
Mompha Jr’s father, Mohammed Lawal Mostapha Snr, is the CEO of Mompha Bureau De Change and a prolific investor in properties worldwide. Thanks to his father’s wealth, Mompha Junior now flies around the globe in a private plane. On his Instagram account, @momphajnr, the youngster already has 25k followers.
Imade Adeleke
- Date of birth: May 15, 2015
- Age: 8 years old
- Net Worth: $5 million
- Source of income: Modelling, Brand Endorsement, Parental Wealth
Aurora Imade Adeleke is an Instagram star and daughter of Nigerian hip-hop sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido. Imade is only 8 years old, her mother’s name is Sophia Momodu, and she hails from Osun state
Besides being the daughter of a billionaire singer with a net worth of around $30 million, Imade is a brand influencer and model. She is currently the face of Eva Soap and has over 500,000 followers on Instagram. The celebrity kid is a proud owner of a Range Rover Evoque, which her father gifted her on her fifth birthday. In May 2021, Imade received a pricey Dior bag worth ₦1.5 million from her father
Imade’s mother, Sophia Momodu, is a fashion consultant, brand influencer, and entrepreneur. She is the CEO & creative director at The Sophia Momodu Brand TSMB. She is also related to a popular publisher and media tycoon Dele Momodu who is said to be her uncle.
Jamil Balogun
- Date of birth: July 22, 2015
- Age: 8 years old
- Net Worth: $4 million
- Source of income: Brand Endorsements
Making our list of the richest kids in Nigeria is Jamil Balogun, son of the Nigerian international singer Tiwatope Savage, best known as Tiwa Savage. His father, Tee Billz, is also a popular talent manager.
Jamil has worked for a couple of companies, including Pampers. Months after his birth, the popular diaper brand signed for him to appear in its advert. This earned him millions of Naira in endorsement. In 2020, Jamil and his mother also became the brand ambassadors of Twisco, a powdered chocolate drink. He has appeared in commercials for the brand and uses his Instagram handle to promote it.
While it is not yet known just how much he earns from the deal, there is no doubt that it is worth millions as well. Apart from the monies the young star has earned for himself via endorsements, Jamil also shares in his mother’s wealth as he is her only child. Although he has three siblings from his father, Jamil also shares in his father’s wealth. Tiwa Savage and Tee Billz have net worths estimated at $6 million and $5 million, respectively.
Emmaunella Samuel
- Date of birth: July 22, 2010
- Age: 13 years old
- Net Worth: $500,000
- Source of income: Skits, Acting, Endorsements
Emmanuella is a young talented kid who is famed for her comedic performances. Her relative, Mark Angel, discovered her creative talent while sourcing young talents for his comedy skit.
Today, Emmanuella is rated as Nigeria’s youngest and best kid comedian. She became famous through her first viral video skit, ‘This is not my real face o’, which had her making naughty jokes about her headmistress’s leg to the headmistress’ daughter. She has also appeared in “Survive or Die”, an Australian film.
Her comedy Youtube channel, Mark Angels comedy skit, has over five million subscribers. She has garnered over 3.6 million followers on Facebook and over 600 thousand followers on Instagram.
The young star has enjoyed recognition in the international space, including Prominent Kid Comedienne and Princess of Comedy, both from Australia. In 2016, she was invited for a stellar interview on CNN after it was announced she would feature in a Disney movie in 2018. Emmanuella is the brand ambassador for Fresh Yo Yogurt, Dabo toothpaste, Indomie noodles, Loya milk, MTN, Slim Tea, and Mouka foam.
Kiriku
- Date of birth: 17 December 2014
- Age: 9 years old
- Net Worth: $500 000
- Source of income: Comedy Skits
Enorense Victory, also known as Kiriku, is a Nigerian comedian, content creator, and child actor. He is one of the youngest and wealthiest comedians in Nigeria. He began his journey as a comedian at 4 when he started participating in street acting contests in his hometown, Benin.
His skits went viral after Instablog9ja and Tunde Ednut posted them on their Instagram accounts. The young comedian has since worked with Nigeria’s big comedy stars such as Mr. Funny, Pencil D Comedian, and Cute Abiola. In 2021, he and Nollywood actress Chizzy Alichi were featured in a short comedy video titled Problem No Dey Finish. He is now one of Nigeria’s most sought-after child comedians.
The award-winning comedian is active on social media and has gained a substantial online following. He has 1.4 million followers on Instagram and over 240k subscribers on YouTube, where he consistently posts his skits
DJ Young Money
- Date of birth: 4 December 2008
- Age: 15 years old
- Net Worth: $450,000
- Source of income: Disc Jockey
Dj Young Money was born in 2008. His real name is Solomon Emmanuel Bassey and he is currently 15 years old. As one of the top 10 richest kids in Nigeria, Dj Young Money makes money signing contracts and appearing at events like concerts. In 2016, he signed a multi-million contract with K-Nation Entertainment as the label’s in-house DJ.
The young DJ has performed at several events where important dignitaries are in attendance. He even performed at Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s birthday celebration. The young DJ succeeded his father in the disc jockey industry and is unquestionably the richest young DJ in Nigeria.
Ozzy Bosco
- Date of birth: January 7, 2007
- Age: 17 years old
- Net Worth: $150, 000
- Source of income: Music
You could call him Ozzy Bosco, OzzyBee, and OzzyBosco Wonderkid, but his real name is Oziomachukwu Favour Mojekwu. Ozzy started singing in his early years, but his music career officially began on the stage of the “Nigeria Kids Got Talent” competition in Lagos. The Anambra state-born singer has been featured in many top shows and events in Nigeria and abroad.
After taking first place in the 2011 Nigerian Kids Got Talent competition, he has made endless effort to become the largest performer in Africa. The young artist has worked with successful musicians in Nigeria, including Olamide, Teni, Ruggedman, Zlatan Ibile, and Flavour N’abania
Aunty Success
- Date of birth: July 9th, 2013
- Age: 10years old
- Net Worth: $120,000
- Source of income: Acting
Success Madubuike, popularly known as Aunty Success, is a Nigerian kid comedienne who has gained notoriety in the comedic field. She was discovered by Mark Angel, and she has appeared on Mark Angel Comic, one of the most well-liked comedy programs in Nigeria.
Aunty Success is one of Nigeria’s best young comic actresses. She is funny, hilarious, intelligent, brilliant, and clever and is steadily building a long-lasting profession for herself as she develops.
Egypt Ify Ufele
- Date of birth: 2006
- Age: 18 years old
- Net Worth: $100,000
- Source of income: Fashion Designing, Brand Endorsement
Rounding up our list of richest kids in Nigeria is the self-made Egypt Ify Ufele, a fashion designer and the CEO of Chubbiline, a clothing line based in Nigeria. Ufele lives in the United States of America but loves being inspired by African culture. Her works were demonstrated at New York Fashion Week in the United States of America. She makes her money as a fashion designer and brand endorsements.
Recap of the 10 Richest Kids in Nigeria
- Jayce Ikeji – $30 Million
- Mompha Junior – $25 Million
- Imade Adeleke – $5 million
- Jamil Balogun – $ 4 million
- Emmaunella Samuel – $500,000
- Kiriku – $500,000
- DJ Young Money – $450,000
- Ozzy Bosco – $150,000
- Aunty Success – $120,000
- Egypt Ify Ufele – $100,000