Nigerian singer, composer, and entertainer Teni Makanaki is a multi-talented, free-spirited performer. Thanks to her relatable lyrics, Teni quickly gained recognition and became a household name in the Nigerian music industry.
Teniola Apata Biography
| Full name | Teniola Apata |
| Music Name | Teni Makanaki |
| Place of Birth | Lagos |
| High School | Apata Memorial High School |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
Early Life
Teniola Apata (born December 23, 1995, 31 years old) is from Ekiti State, Nigeria. She was the ninth child of Mr. and Mrs. Apata’s ten children. Her father had served as a retired Brigadier General before he was murdered in 1995 when Teni was just 2 years old.
Teni attended Apata Memorial High School, a Lagos institution run by her late father. After finishing secondary school, she relocated to the USA to pursue a degree in Business Administration at American Intercontinental University. She is Niniola’s younger sister, a well-known singer.
She draws inspiration from everything around her; thus, her music is diverse. She enjoys Wasiu Ayinde’s music, and her songs reflect this. Teni considers music to be spiritual because she believes it may alter people’s perceptions through it.
When she was younger, she played the drums in the school band. Because she and her brothers weren’t permitted to leave the house as children, they would stay in the hallway and sing.
Teni ola liked basketball so much that if she weren’t a singer, she most certainly would have become one. She also has a passion for technology, business, and charity. Teni credits her parents, especially her mother, for instilling in her the confidence she now possesses.
Career
Teni the entertainer’s debut song, “Amen,” was released by the Shizzi Magic Fingers Record Label. Teni signed a contract with Dr. Dolor Entertainment in 2017, leaving Shizzi Magic Fingers. In September of that year, she released the single “Fargin.”
After she released Askamaya, Case, and Uyo Meyo, Teni made a breakthrough in the Nigerian music scene.
Teni’s Selected Singles
- Amen – 2016
- Fargin – 2017
- Wait – 2018
- Pareke – 2018
- Lagos – 2018
- Askamaya – 2018
- Fake Jersey – 2018
- Shake Am – 2018
- Case – 2018
- Pray – 2018
- Uyo Meyo – 2018
- Party Next Door – 2019
- Sugar Mummy – 2019
- Power Rangers – 2019
Teni As A Songwriter
Like That by Davido – 2017
Teni’s Endorsements
- Wema Bank Nigeria announced Teniola as the brand ambassador for its alat_ng program on July 12.
- Teniola is one of the several celebrity ambassadors for Budweiser beer.
- TomTom and Teniola agreed to a promotional agreement on March 26, 2019.
- Teniola and Pepsi Naija agreed to an endorsement arrangement on June 30th, 2019.
- Teniola and Tecno Mobile entered into an endorsement agreement in 2019.
Awards And Recognitions
- Rookie of the Year at the Headies; Most Promising Act to Watch at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards.
- Best New Artist at the Soundcity MVP Awards Festival.
- Eighth on NotJustOk’s list of the 10 Hottest Artists in Nigeria.
- One of the Six Nigerian Breakout Stars, Viral Sensations by Premium Times newspaper in 2018.
- Teni received the Artiste of the Year at the Top Naija Music Award in 2019.
- Teni was nominated for Best New International Act at the BET Awards in 2019 and featured on YouTube Music’s Trending Artist on the Rise in 2018.
Personal Life and Relationship
Teni is single, unmarried, and has no Husband. She has been focused on her music career for the past 5 years.
Teniola Net Worth
Teniola Apata is one of the richest female musicians with an estimated net worth of $2 million.
