Naira Marley Biography: Career, Awards and Net Worth

Azeez Fashola popularly known by his stage name as Naira Marley is a fast rising Nigerian musician, singer, songwriter, street music sensation, stage performer and a recording artist. He was born on 9th May 1994 in Agege, Lagos State in the south western part of Nigeria. He is currently 25 years old. He is known as the president of his controversial fan base “Marlians”.He studied at Porlock Hall before attending Walworth School, where he obtained his General Certificate of Secondary Education. Naira Marley later graduated with a distinction in business from Peckham Academy.Naira Marley also studied business law at Crossways College now known as Christ the King Sixth Form College in London.Naira Marley is currently married to two women and has four children. Naira Marley has two albums.

Naira Marley Music Career

Naira Marley always dreamt of becoming an MC and voice-over artist. He began singing in 2014 after discovering his passion for music and was encouraged by close-knit friends to pursue music as a career. He released the Max Twigz-assisted track “Marry Juana” before releasing his debut EP “Gotta Dance” in 2015. Although “Marry Juana” was ahit song, Naira Marley rose to prominence in 2019 after the release of his 2019 hit single “Am I A Yahoo Boy” and “Soapy” featuring Zlatan Ibile. The song attracted the attention of the EFCC who arrested him that same day of the release of the music. He was arrested for internet fraud and charge to court on 11 count charges. Since then, his name has been a household in the Nigeria music industry.On 30th December 2019, Naira Marley hosted the Marlian Fest which was held at the Eko Hotel and Suites with top musical legend like Wizkid, Davido, Olamide, Phyno, Tiwa Savage, Zlatan Ibile and other top musical stars .

Naira Marley Awards and Nominations

Naira Marley won the Viewer’s Choice Award for his hit single “Soapy” at the 2020 Soundcity MVP Awards.In 2019, Naira Marley was nominated for Best Pop, Street Song of the Year and Artiste of the Year (Male) at the City People Music Awards.

Naira Marley Net Worth

Naira Marley is currently one of the richest and most influential artist in Nigeria with an estimated net worth of $1.2 million.

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