Iyanya

Quick Facts

Full Name	Iyanya
Occupation	R&B Singer
Date Of Birth	Oct 31, 1986(1986-10-31)
Age	38
Birthplace	Calabar
Country	Nigeria
Horoscope	Scorpio

Iyanya Biography

Iyanya is one of the most popular and richest R &B Singer who was born on October 31, 1986 in Calabar, Nigeria. Famous for his hit single “Kukere,” this Nigerian R&B and Afropop artist was the 2008 winner of the Project Fame West Africa reality talent competition. He went on to receive the Artist of the Year honor at the 2013 Hip Hop World Awards.

In 2013, he came across Canadian-born, Grammy-nominated singer Melanie Fiona and sang to her in front of a New York City LTB Jeans shop.

In 2008, KCee from KC Presh convinced Iyanya to partake in the first season of Project Fame West Africa. Iyanya went on and emerged the winner of the competition after battling numerous people who had the same aspirations as him. The 2008 MTN-sponsored Project Fame competition was the beginning of Iyanya’s musical career. Unlike many people who dwindle after a major competition, Iyanya’s success had just begun.

Iyanya was born on Palm Street in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. His mother was a head mistress and his father was a forester. Iyanya has described his mother as the household disciplinarian, while his father was the gentler of the two. His parents died in 2008, his mother, 42 years old, and his father, 50 years old. Iyanya’s elder brother died around the same time of his parents’ death. Iyanya’s grandfather was a clergyman where Iyanya sang in his church’s choir and was the choir master for the children’s choir at age 5. Iyanya completed his primary, secondary, and university education in Calabar. He is a business management graduate from the University of Calabar.

He and his older brother grew up in Calabar, Nigeria. His parents both passed away in 2008.

Iyanya Net Worth

Iyanya is one of the richest R &B Singer from Nigeria. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Iyanya 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

After earning a degree in business from the University of Calabar, he began performing in Nigerian bars and clubs.

He released his debut album, My Story, in 2009. Four years later, he recorded his second album, Desire.

Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk (born 31 October 1986), known by his stage name Iyanya, is a Nigerian Musician and performer. He rose to fame after winning the first season of Project Fame West Africa and is best known for his hit single “Kukere”. He co-founded the record label Made Men Music Group with Ubi Franklin in 2011. He released his debut studio album My Story in 2011. It was supported by the singles “No Time” and “Love Truly”. Desire, his second studio album, contained five singles: “Kukere”, “Ur Waist”, “Flavour”, “Sexy Mama”, and “Jombolo”. He won the Artist of the Year award at The Headies 2013. In October 2016, Iyanya announced on Instagram that he signed a record deal with Mavin Records. Few months prior, he signed a management deal with Temple Management Company. He first announced his intentions to leave Made Man Music Group in July 2016.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Iyanya height 5 ft 11 in Iyanya weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Iyanya Dating?

According to our records, Iyanya is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Iyanya’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Iyanya Ranked on the list of most popular R &B Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Nigeria. Iyanya celebrates birthday on October 31 of every year.

Is Iyanya still singing?

Iyanya
Occupation(s)| Singer
Years active| 2008–present
Labels| Temple Music Group, Mavin, Made Men Music Group

What is Iyanya doing now?

The Governor of Cross River State, Prof Ben Ayade, has appointed popular singer, Iyanya, as Senior Special Assistant Tourism and Entertainment. Iyanya’s appointment was announced on Wednesday night in a statement by Special Adviser on Media, Publicity, Christian Ita.

How old is Iyanya now?

35 years (October 31, 1986)

Where is Iyanya located in Nigeria?

Iyanya’s early life The celebrated musician was born on Palm Street, Cross River State, Nigeria. His father worked as a forester while his mother was a headmistress.

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