Olubankole Wellington, also known as Banky W, is a Nigerian R&B maestro, actor, and politician. Born March 27, 1981, 45 years old. State of origin: Lagos State.
Olubankole Wellington is 45 years old, born March 27, 1981.
Olubankole Wellington's state of origin is Lagos State.
Also known as Banky W
R&B maestro, actor, and politician.
Olubankole Wellington, professionally known as Banky W, is a Nigerian-American singer, rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and politician. Known as the "King of African R&B," he is a transformative figure who heavily shaped modern Nigerian pop culture and launched the careers of global superstars.
Born on March 27, 1981, in the United States to Nigerian parents, his family moved back to Nigeria when he was five years old. He grew up in Lagos, where his love for music began by singing in his church choir, before returning to the US for college.
Banky W attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in New York on a scholarship, where he earned a degree in Industrial Engineering. It was during his time in college that he started his record label, Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E).
Relocating to Nigeria in 2008, Banky W dominated the R&B scene with hit albums like Mr. Capable and The W Experience. Through E.M.E, he discovered and developed massive talents. He later transitioned into acting, starring as the lead in the record-breaking film The Wedding Party (2016).
Banky W's legacy is deeply tied to the artists he mentored, most notably global icon Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (Wizkid). In film, he famously co-starred with his wife Adesua Etomi-Wellington, creating one of Nollywood's most iconic on-screen pairings.
Banky W is happily married to actress Adesua Etomi-Wellington. Their engagement and subsequent wedding in 2017 "broke the Nigerian internet." The couple welcomed their son, Hazaiah, in 2021. Banky has also openly shared his victorious battle against skin cancer.
As of 2026, Banky W is deeply involved in Nigerian politics, having contested for the House of Representatives under the PDP. He is also a lead pastor at The Waterbrook Church and remains an active entrepreneur.
What is Banky W's real name?
His real name is Olubankole Wellington.
How old is Banky W?
Born on March 27, 1981, he is 45 years old as of 2026.
Who is Banky W's wife?
He is married to Adesua Etomi-Wellington.
Founded Empire Mates Entertainment (EME)
Starred in the blockbuster movie 'The Wedding Party' (2016)
Ran for the House of Representatives seat for Eti-Osa
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