Divine Ikubor, also known as Rema, is a Nigerian Global Afrobeats sensation. Born May 1, 2000, 26 years old. State of origin: Edo State.
Divine Ikubor is 26 years old, born May 1, 2000.
Divine Ikubor's state of origin is Edo State.
Also known as Rema
Global Afrobeats sensation.
Divine Ikubor, known professionally as Rema, is a Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter. Defining his unique, genre-bending sound as "Afrorave," he has rapidly ascended from a talented teenager to one of the biggest and most streamed African musical exports in history.
Born on May 1, 2000, in Benin City, Edo State, Rema grew up in a Christian family. Following the tragic loss of his father and older brother, he turned to music and church activities as an emotional outlet, performing in local rap groups and refining his distinctive vocal style.
Rema completed his primary and secondary education in Edo State. Although he gained admission to the University of Lagos (UNILAG) in 2022 to fulfill his mother's desire for him to get a degree, his global touring schedule demanded his full attention.
Rema was discovered after posting a viral freestyle on Instagram. He was signed to Jonzing World, an imprint of Mavin Records, in 2019. He exploded onto the scene with his debut EP featuring the hit Dumebi. His 2022 global smash hit Calm Down (and its remix with Selena Gomez) broke numerous Guinness World Records and topped international charts.
Rema was discovered by music executive Charles Enebeli (D'Prince) and further groomed by legendary producer Michael Collins Ajereh (Don Jazzy) at Mavin Records, forming a formidable team that launched him to global stardom.
Rema maintains a notoriously private personal life. Focused heavily on his craft, aesthetics, and touring, he has not made any romantic relationships public, preferring to let his art speak for itself.
As of 2026, Rema continues to headline major international festivals and sell out arenas worldwide. With sophomore and subsequent projects critically acclaimed, he remains at the absolute pinnacle of the global Afrobeats movement.
What is Rema's real name?
His real name is Divine Ikubor.
How old is Rema?
Born on May 1, 2000, he is 26 years old as of 2026.
Is Rema married?
No, as of 2026, Rema is single and highly focused on his career.
Released hit single 'Dumebi' (2019)
Topped Billboard Global Excl. US chart with 'Calm Down' (2023)
Won Next Rated at The Headies (2019)
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