Nigerian singer Oluwatosin Ajibade, better known as Mr Eazi, is not only making music but also building a wide business empire across Africa.
Mr Eazi, famous for hits like Skin Tight and Leg Over, is now investing in music, technology, finance, sports, and real estate in 18 African countries. While many know him as Temi Otedola’s husband and Femi Otedola’s son-in-law, he has grown into a successful businessman with interests far beyond entertainment.
In 2019, he launched emPawa Africa, a project that trains and supports young African musicians. Through his company Zagadat Capital, he has invested in startups like Decagon and joined U.S. music and tech company Gamma in 2023.
He also co-founded PawaPay, a financial technology company that makes mobile money transfers easier across the continent. In sports, he runs BetPawa, which signed a $6 million deal to sponsor the Ghana Premier League. He also owns shares in South Africa’s Cape Town Tigers basketball team, following the example of American rapper Jay-Z, who owns an NBA franchise.
In real estate, Mr Eazi is investing in projects in Kigali, Rwanda, showing his strong interest in pan-African growth.
At his wedding, billionaire Aliko Dangote praised him, confirming that Mr Eazi runs businesses across 18 countries. Dangote even suggested that the singer could one day become one of Africa’s richest men.
Mr Eazi’s journey shows he is more than just an afrobeats star—he is also a smart entrepreneur shaping Africa’s business future.
