Udoka Chigozie Oku (born July 29, 1992), better addressed by his stage name Selebobo, is a Nigerian record producer, singer, and songwriter.
Formerly signed to Made Men Music Group, Selebobo is most known for his singles, “Yoyo‘, “Selfie‘, and “Waka Waka“.
He has also collaborated with Flavour N’abania, Yemi Alade, Tekno Miles, Emma Nyra, and Iyanya. He was also a nominee in the Producer of the Year category at 2018 The Headies.
Real Facts About Selebobo
- Full Name: Udoka Chigozie Oku
- Stage Name: Selebobo
- Born: 29 July 1992 (age 30 years old)
- Place of Birth: Enugu, Nigeria
- State Of Origin: Enugu State
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Parents: Goddy Oku
- Siblings: Okechukwu Oku
- Occupation: Record Producer • Musician
- Net Worth: Not estimated yet
Selebobo Early Life
Selebobo was born to parents of Igbo descent in Enugu State, Nigeria. He is the eleventh child in a family of twelve children. He was born on the 29th of July in 1992.
One of his brothers, Okechukwu Oku, is a famous director. His father, Goddy Oku, was a guitarist in the 70s.
As a result, he was taught many instruments, including the guitar, and was rooted in music. He started to produce music on his tiny DJX YAMAHA keyboard at the age of twelve.
Selebobo completed his primary and secondary school in Enugu State before proceeding to the Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, where he got a Bachelor’s degree in Fine and Applied Arts.
Seleobo Career
Selebobo came into the spotlight as a production specialist with many hit singles such as “Orobo Baby,” “Odeshi,” “Yoyo,” and many more. He is currently signed to the Made Men Music Group record label, which also houses Tekno and other artists.
Another very creative production of his is Yemi Alade’s hit single “Johnny,” which brought Yemi Alade to the spotlight while officially expanding his music production career as he became the personal producer of Yemi Alade’s songs. He was also the producer of Flavour’s hit single “Ada Ada” and Iyanya’s hit music track “Mr. Oreo.”
Selebobo became very popular and relocated from Enugu to Lagos State, where he sought to pursue greater heights, especially under his record label.
In an interview with a famous media house, he stated that Don Jazzy had influenced him to push forward toward becoming a better music producer. Today, he has received nominations and won several awards in the Entertainment Industry.
Selebobo Awards & Nominations
During the course of his music career, Selebobo has won and been nominated for various awards. These awards include;
- The Best Collaboration of the Year Award
- The Best Producer at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards
- Best Pop Artist in Nigeria
- Entertainment Awards
- Best New Act to Watch in Nigeria
- Entertainment Awards
- Best Artiste of the Year at the City
- People Entertainment Awards.
Selebobo Discography
Solebobo‘s album includes the following:
- Anyhow
- Lose Control
- Conquer
- Topic
- Tonyor
- Yoyo Remix
- Wumewu
- Waka Waka
- I Don’t Care
- Joana
- Miracle Girl
- Nagode
- Gon Gon
- Oga Thomas
- ZaminA
- Oroma Baby
- Dance
- Onye
- Shi Shi
- Wait and Take
- Case
- 4get Your Level
- No Letting Go
- Kulenje
- Baby Sup
Selebobo Net Worth
Selebobo is currently one of the wealthiest and most influential artists in the Nigerian music industry, his net worth is been kept private.
