The Nigerian music scene has significantly grown and developed over time. However, it is encouraging to note that Nigerian female artistes in the sector should receive their fair share of attention.
Female artistes in Africa have come a long way over the years, and now they are competing with their male counterparts for influence, wealth, and success.
In actuality, they are garnering media attention in the same way as every other musician, especially on a global basis.
In this article, we are listing the top ten richest female artistes in Nigeria, who have broken the stereotype, made a name and built wealth for themselves.
They have also achieved success and deserve to be given special respect in the field of music.
Top ten female artistes in Nigeria
1. Asa
Asa, whose real name is Bukola Elemide, is a French-Nigerian singer, songwriter, and recording artist. She began her musical adventure in 2004 with the release of her debut studio album, “Asa,” which Cobhams Asuquo produced.
After her return from France to Nigeria, she released ‘Eyé Adaba,’ her debut song, which received awe-inspiring responses from listeners all around the world thanks to its exquisite melody. Later, she was signed into Naive Records.
Her unique melody, great live performances, and the song “Jailer”, and “Fire on the Mountain” remains some of her best-selling points.
She also had many endorsement deals, making her one of the richest female artistes in Nigeria. Her net worth is estimated at $28 million
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2. Tiwa Savage
Tiwatope Savage got her start in the music industry as a backup singer for a performer based in the UK. She pursued her love of music by attending Berklee College of Music and competing on the UK version of The X-Factor.
In 2009 Tiwa signed her initial publishing contract with Sony/ATV Music. After returning to Nigeria, she signed her first contract with Mavin Records in 2012. From her debut album “Once Upon a Time,” her first hit track “Kele Kele Love” rose to the top of the Nigerian music charts.
In addition to being a brand ambassador for Maggi, Forte Oil, Pepsi, and Konga, Tiwa has performed in numerous regional and international productions. Additionally, she has a multi-million dollar deal with the Jay-Z record label.
Her net worth is estimated at $12 million.
3. Yemi Alade
Yemi Eberechi Alade, better known by her stage as Yemi Alade, began her career in 2005. She rose to prominence after winning the Peak Talent Show in 2009. Later, she signed with Effyzzie Music Group.
With the release of her smash single “Johnny” in 2014, the world became aware of her intimidating vocals and gripping musical skills. Her “Johnny” music video has received more than 20 million views on YouTube, making it the most viewed music video by a female artist in Nigeria.
She also released “kissing,” “Take Over,” and “Tangerine” as singles. She is one of Nigeria’s richest female musicians, and she has endorsement deals with firms such as Bacardi Breezer, Bland2Glam, an online jewellery store, and Close-Up toothpaste.
Her net worth is estimated at $6 million
4. Omawunmi
Omawumi Megbele, better known by her stage name as Omawumi, is a Nigerian female afro-pop, pop, Soul, and R&B singer and actress. She rose to prominence after finishing in second place in the seventh season of West African Idols, a reality TV show.
Omawunmi has been vividly participating in the movement referred to as ‘Rise with the Energy of Africa’. She has starred in several movies such as Make a Move, Inale, House of Gold, and The Return of Jenifa.
Her musical dominance and on-screen prominence have been the most contributing factor to her impressive net worth. She has also signed endorsement deals with brands including Konga.com, Globacom, and Malta Guinness
Her net worth is estimated at $3 million.
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5. Chidinma
Chidinma, full name Chidinma Ekile, is a gospel singer and songwriter. She won the third season of Project Fame West Africa in 2010, catapulting her to the top of the entertainment business.
After the debut of the music video for her single “Emi Ni Baller,” she made history by becoming the first female musician to ever top the MTV Base Official Naija Top 10 list with her track.
In 2011, she released the song “Jankoliko,” which featured Sound Sultan. Chidinma’s self-titled debut album was released on the online music service Spinlet. The singles “Kedike,” “Carry You Go,” “Jankoliko,” and “Run Dia Mouth” accompany the album.
Her net worth is estimated at $2.8 million.
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6. Seyi Shay
She is a singer, a songwriter, and an actress, born with the name Oluwaseyi Joshua also famous as Deborah Oluwaseyi Joshua. She started her career in the music industry in 2001. In 2005, she wrote the song “You will see” in Melanie C’ third studio album, Beautiful Intentions.
Seyi Shay has written various insanely famous albums, including one of Chip’s Transition albums, “White Lies,”. which means not only her voice but also her words are exceedingly impressive. From Above, a now-defunct pop female group, hired her as their main singer in 2008.
She later had a contract with Sony’s Colombia records after that she was signed by Music World Entertainment. Her singles “Loving your way” and “No le le” brought her into stardom.
As a songwriter, Seyi Shay wrote and waxed three songs for Konami’s video game soundtrack, and she performed in many staged shows, local and international with American pop star, Neyo at the MTV Base Awards in Africa.
Her net worth is estimated at $2.1 million
7. Simi
Simisola Bolatito Kosoko began as a gospel singer before transitioning into the Hip Hop genre, where she rose to prominence. In 2018, she released her first album, titled ‘Ogaju.’ In 2014, she made her debut with the singles “Jamb Question.”
She later acquired a record deal with X3M music, and her song ‘Tiff’ was nominated for Best Alternative Song in 2015. However, the contract will end in May 2019. Simi is the CEO and sound engineer of Studio Brat, which she founded in June 2019.
Later that year, she married Adekunle Gold and released another album, “Omo Charlie Champagne Vol 1,” to commemorate her birthday on April 19.
She is one of the richest female artistes in Nigeria. Her net worth is estimated at $2 million
8. Waje
Aituaje Iruobe, whose stage name WAJE means (Word Aren’t Just Enough), rose to prominence in 2007 with the P-square smash “Bizzy Body” and the P-square single “Omoge Mi.” Her ability to sing in higher ranges helped her advance in the industry. Thief My Kele’ and ‘One’ are two of her most well-known songs.
Aside from her musical abilities, she judged the first seasons of The Voice Nigeria in 2016 and has been in the penultimate season of Africa Soap Battleground in 2018. She also hosts an MTV Base South Africa-sponsored TV reality show.
She also landed an endorsement agreement with the local telecommunications behemoth, GLO.
Her net worth is estimated at $1.7 million
9. Cynthia Morgan (Madrina)
She is a singer-songwriter. Cynthia Morgan was her former stage name, however she now acts under the nickname Madrina. She rose to prominence following the release of two singles, “Lead Me On” and “Don’t Break My Heart,” both of which received considerable airplay and positive reviews from music critics.
Her debut appearance was in Saint Joseph Ovensehi’s 2016 Nollywood film “The Wrong Number,” and she also appeared in AY’s comedy film, A Trip to Jamaica. Madrina already has four awards under her belt.
Despite her career break, Madrina is still on the charts for the richest female artistes in Nigeria.
Her net worth is estimated at $1.5 million
10. Nneka Lucia
Nneka Lucia Egbuna is a song writer from Nigeria who sings in English, Igbo, and Pidgin. She rose to notoriety in 2004 when she opened for Sean Paul at Hamburg Stadtpark.
Following critical acclaim, she released her debut album, “The Uncomfortable Truth,” in 2005. She sings more than she raps, but she credits hip hop as her primary musical influence and source of inspiration.
In her songs, Nneka credits Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, and Lauryn Hill with inspiring her musical career. Her lyrics depict her Nigerian and European upbringing, and her songs are about capitalism, poverty, and war, and they have moral and theological undertones.
The singer’s net worth is estimated at $1.3 million
