Banky W Biography: Wife, Age, Net Worth, Songs, Movies, Children, Daughter, Wikipedia, Twin Brother, Pictures

Olubankole Wellington, better known by his stage name Banky W and born on March 27, 1981, is unquestionably a living legend in the Nigerian music scene.

The well-known musician, who is known for his calming voice and bald head, is also the proud founder and CEO of the reputable E.M.E Records.

He is a well-known businessman from Nigeria, a gifted manager, a musician, a rapper, a writer, a record producer, an actor, and a politician.

Early Life

The proud son of George Bankole Wellington (the father) and Momma Wellington, also known as Mrs. Wellington, is Banky W, who was born Olubankole Wellington.

Although his mother is from Calabar in Cross River State, he is originally from Badagry.

On March 27, 1981, Banky W was born in the United States of America rather than Nigeria.

His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wellington, moved the family to Nigeria five years after he was born.

The Yoruba man has three brothers and a sister, making for a total of four siblings.

Education

Banky W, a well-known musician, attended primary and secondary schools in Lagos State, Nigeria, before moving to the US to finish his undergraduate studies.

He was given a scholarship to attend the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York City after winning there.

Career

Banky W, the Strong Ting singer, started his successful career while attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York City. He started the E.M.E Records record label in 2002 while working at GlobalSpec thanks to his skills and diligence.

The musician returned to Nigeria a few years after completing his education in the United States and established a new record label in Lagos State.

He conducted talent scouting around the nation to fill the gap in his new record company, which resulted in the debut of future superstars Wizkid, Skales, Niyola, and Shaydee.

At a music event called The Grand Love Concert hosted at the Civic Center Victoria Island in Lagos State, Banky W worked and published his debut studio album, R&BW.

During that time, the singer released successful singles, EPs, and albums.

When the artist announced the closure of the E.M.E Record label in 2018, he broke some sad and depressing news.

The great musician turned his defunct record label into a talent management organization, but he still had other ideas in mind. The business used marketing, advertisements, public relations, and brand events.

Acting is another skill and passion that Banky W has. He has been a hit in five different Nollywood films, the most well-known of which is “The Wedding Party,” in which he costarred with his wife, Adesua Etomi.

Numerous honors and nominations were given to Banky W in recognition of his accomplishments and noble efforts. The Lagos-star’s complete list of honors and nominations is provided below.

Awards and Nominations

• John Lennon Song Writing Award for the R&B Category (2006)
• Best R&B Artist during the Nigerian Entertainment Awards (2006)
• Best Male R&B Artist during the Urban Independent Music Awards, USA (2008)
• Best R&B Video during the Nigerian Music Video Awards (2008)
• Best Male Vocal Performance at the Hip hop World Awards (2009)
• R&B Single of the year during the Hip Hop World Awards (2010)
• Best R&B Singer (Male) and Best Music Video during the City People Entertainment Awards (2010).

Political Career

Banky W also desired to enter politics. His desire to serve in politics led him to run for the Eti-Osa Federal Constituency seat in Lagos, Nigeria.

He ran on the Modern Democratic Party’s platform, which was established in 2017.

On February 23, 2019, the election was conducted under the direction of the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC).

Unfortunately, Babajide Obanikoro of the All Progressive Congress ultimately prevailed and won the election.

Social Media

Instagram is a passion for Banky W. The musician and actor regularly uploads photos and videos to Instagram, and it’s possible that this is due in large part to his attractiveness.

Only his Instagram account (@bankwellington) has more than 2 million followers, and his Twitter account (@bankwellington) has more than 500,000.

Personal Life

Adesua Etomi, a well-known Nollywood star actress, and Banky W are blissfully married.

Following a court wedding on November 20, 2017, which took place in Lagos, both celebrities wed on November 25, 2017.

The lovely city of Cape Town, South Africa, served as the setting for Banky W and his bride Adesua Etomi’s white wedding.

After a miscarriage that resulted in the loss of a pair of twins, the couple is blessed with a baby boy they have named Isaiah Wellington.

Additionally, there are speculations suggesting that Bank W, a former girlfriend of the Nigerian model Uche Odoh, is the father of Uche Odoh’s daughter. The daughter in question is eight years old.

Net Worth

One of the 20 wealthiest musicians in Africa is Banky W.

The singer’s career has developed throughout the years, contributing to his projected $12.5 million net worth.

Discography

Banky W has released many hits songs in the course of his career. Below is a comprehensive list of songs the talent has released;

Singles

• Heaven
• Made for You
• Say
• Love U Baby
• Yes/No
• All I want is You
• Whatchu Doing Tonight
• Strong Ting
• Lagos Party
• Jasi
• Blessing Me
• Till My Dying Day
• Final Say
• Kololo
• My Regret
• High Notes
• Running After U
• Gidi Love
• Low Key
• Don’t Break My Heart
• Made for U
• Good Good Loving
• Unborn Child
• Feeling It
• Omoge You Too Much
• Mercy
• Talk and Do
• Better for U
• Do it to Me
• Baddest Boy

Albums

Banky W officially has 9 Albums to his name;

• Undeniable (2006)
• Back in the Building (2006 )
• Mr Capable (2008)
• The W Experience (2009)
• Empire Mates State of Mind (2012)
• R & BW (2013)
• Songs About U (2017)

Filmography

Not only is he a musician, but Bank W has also starred in five Nollywood films. Below is the list of movies he has acted in;

• Sugar Rush
• Up North
• The Wedding Party 2
• The Return of Jenifa
• Dulce Dinero