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Iyanya (Iyanya Onoyom Mbuka) was born on 31 October, 1986 in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria, is a Nigerian recording artist. Discover Iyanya's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 37 years old?

Popular As Iyanya Onoyom Mbuka
Occupation Singer
Age 37 years old
Zodiac Sign Scorpio
Born 31 October, 1986
Birthday 31 October
Birthplace Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria
Nationality Nigeria

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Iyanya Height, Weight & Measurements

At 37 years old, Iyanya height is 180 cm .

Physical Status
Height 180 cm
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Dating & Relationship status

He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Iyanya Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Iyanya worth at the age of 37 years old? Iyanya’s income source is mostly from being a successful Singer. He is from Nigeria. We have estimated Iyanya's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
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1986

Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk (born 31 October 1986), known by his stage name Iyanya, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.

He rose to fame after winning the first season of Project Fame West Africa, and is best known for his hit single "Kukere".

2008

His parents both died in 2008, and his older brother died around the same time.

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 five.

Mbuk completed his primary, secondary, and university education in Calabar.

He is a business management graduate from the University of Calabar.

After graduating from the University of Calabar, he worked in a hotel and sang karaoke at a local bar he managed.

Iyanya began developing his vocal abilities at local bars which include: Fiesta Fries Bar, Mirage Nite Club, and West-Life.

Iyanya cited British singer Craig David and American hip hop artist R. Kelly as his key musical influences.

Iyanya was motivated to pursue music professionally after watching the celebrity lifestyle of 2 Face Idibia and Olu Maintain.

Iyanya started as a rapper, going by the name "Lofty".

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.

After winning MTN's Project Fame West Africa, Iyanya began recording his debut album My Story.

It was released by CN Media Imprint.

The album showed Iyanya's versatility as an R&B artist, particularly on the self-titled track "Iyanya" and "Love Truly".

Iyanya's debut album was a commercial failure due to problems with distribution and promotion.

After visiting his hometown of Calabar and seeing people's affection for the Etighi dance, Iyanya decided to do a song that would popularize the dance that originated in Calabar.

He teamed up with producer DTunes and recorded "Kukere", a single that achieved global success, particularly in Nigeria, Ghana and the United Kingdom.

The song was succeeded by the album's second single entitled "Ur Waist", which features additional vocals from Emma Nyra.

2009

He released his debut studio album My Story in 2009; it was supported by the singles "No Time" and "Love Truly".

2011

Iyanya co-founded the record label Made Men Music Group with Ubi Franklin in 2011.

2013

His second studio album, titled Desire, was released in February 2013.

It supported by the singles "Kukere", "Ur Waist", "Flavour", "Sexy Mama", and "Jombolo".

He won the Artist of the Year award at The Headies 2013.

On 16 October 2013, 360Nobs reported that Iyanya became an ambassador for Solo Phones Nigeria, a mobile phone company situated at Computer Village, Ikeja.

The one-year deal was reportedly worth $220,000 (35 million naira).

In 2013, the Daily Independent newspaper reported that Iyanya also signed a one-year deal with Zinox Computers (Nigeria's first certified branded computers) worth $300,000.

The deal will feature Iyanya on Zinox billboards and in TV commercials.

Iyanya started performing ballads, particularly on his debut album My Story.

2014

In addition, Iyanya got a 2014 Toyota Prado from the deal.

2016

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 Men Music Group in July 2016.

In 2024 Iyanya release his new album, 'Once Upon A Cat' Under the Made Men Music Group Record Label.

Iyanya was born on Palm Street in Calabar, Cross River State.

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.