Olawunmi Christy Tolani Otedola (born 21st April 1986) famously known as Tolani is a UK-based Nigerian Afrobeats and R&B singer and songwriter.

She is the first child of an oil mogul and billionaire, Femi Otedola.

Real Facts About Tolani Otedola

• Full Name: Olawunmi Christy Otedola
• Stage Name: Tolani Otedola
• Born: 21 April 1986
• Age: 36 years old(2022)
• Birth Place: Lagos
• State Of Origin: Oyo State
• Siblings: DJ Cuppy, Temi Otedola, Fewa Otedola
• Parents: Femi Otedola(father) Olayinka Odukoya (mother)
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Boyfriend • Husband: Reekado Banks (Rumored)
• Occupation: Singer • Songwriter
• Net Worth: Not est.

Early Life & Education

Tolani Otedola was born to the family of Femi Otedola and her mother Olayinka Odukoya.

She was born on the 21st of April 1986. Her birth happens to be out of wedlock as her parents had been in a relationship at the time.

Her father ended up not marrying her mother because she was a Muslim and belonged to the middle class. He had been influenced by his mother to take this decision.

She spent her formative years in Nigeria before emigrating to the United Kingdom to further her studies. She developed an interest in music as a pre-teen. This prompted her to join the choir so as to improve her singing prowess.

Tolani Otedola attended posh private schools for her primary and secondary school education.

She bagged a degree in Psychology from the University Of St. Andrews, Scotland.

Career

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Tolani Otedola’s time in the choir helped her become a good songwriter. After graduating from the university, she decided to pursue a professional music career.

She dropped her debut single titled Tenderoni in 2017. She had featured Skales on the song. The single was a success and brought her national fame.

She hosted her first Nigerian musical showcase in 2017 at Terra Kulture Arena, Victoria Island, Lagos, and had performances from top industry players like Tiwa Savage, Skales, Dr. Sid, Don Jazzy, Ikon, and Funbi.