Ubi Franklin, born Ubi Ekapong Ofem, is a Nigerian music artist, manager, politician, entrepreneur, TV show host, and the founder of Made Men Music Group (Triple MG) and Instant Apartment. Franklin is the Special Adviser on Tourism to Cross River State Governor Benedict Ayade.
Ubi Franklin Biography
| Real name | Ubi Ekapong Ofem |
| Date of birth | 2 February 1986 |
| Country of Origin | Federal Republic of Nigeria |
| Source of Wealth | Entertainment, Endorsement |
| Ex-Wife | Lilian Esoro |
| Net worth | $5 million |
Early Life
Ubi Franklin (born February 2, 1986, 39 years old) was born in Cross River State, Nigeria. He is the 11th of 15 children. He had his primary and secondary education in Calabar, after which he studied law at the University of Madonna, Nigeria.
Career
Franklin began her career as Julius Agwu’s assistant before moving on to work with AY Makun and other artists. He then worked in show promotion. He became Iyanya’s manager in 2010, just before the song “kukere,” which became a hit, was released. When the label expanded in 2014, other artists such as Tekno, Emma Nyra, and Selebobo were signed.
Instant Pickup, Instant Apartment & Instant Ryde
In July 2017, he launched Instant Pickup, an online service that offers instant home pickup and laundry delivery. In the same year, he launched Instant Apartment, an online platform that offers luxury apartments for rent. In October 2018, he launched Instant Ryde, an online taxi service in his hometowns of Calabar, Cross River state, and Uyo, Akwa Ibom state.
Public Speaker
Franklin is also a public speaker. He was a speaker at the Youth Enterprise Conference organized by Nairabet’s founder, Otunba Akin Alabi. He also shared the stage with the chairman of First Bank, Ibukun Awosika, and Veteran Nollywood Actor Richard Mofe Damijo at the Hub Business Conference organized by the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly.
Made Men Music Group (Triple MG)
Made Men Music Group (Triple MG) is a Nigerian record label founded in September 2012 by Ubi Franklin. Ubi Franklin is not only the CEO but also its manager. Iyanya, Tekno Miles, Emma Nyra, DJ Coublon, Selebobo, Chibbz, and Baci are among the artists who have signed with the label thus far.
Iyanya, on the other hand, left the record label in 2016 due to financial mismanagement, poor business decisions, and so on. Tekno Miles, Emma Nyra, DJ Coublon, and Baci have all left the label searching for greener pastures in their respective careers. Triple MG is down to Selebobo and Chibbz, so Ubi is looking for new artists to sign and manage.
Special Adviser
In 2020, Cross River State Governor Benedict Ayade appointed Ubi Franklin as Special Adviser on Tourism.
Philanthropy
In 2017, Ubi Franklin launched the ‘Ubi Franklin Startup Fund,’ a platform to fund existing business ideas and plans. Through the fund, he has supported several businesses in Nigeria with startup capital and funds.
Personal Life
Ubi Franklin married Lilian Esoro on November 1, 2015. A year later, they had a son named Jaden, who was born on July 17, 2016. Numerous rumors swirled around Ubi Franklin’s wedding. Emma Nyra, his other love interest, was one of them in 2015.
According to Ubi Franklin, Ubi and Emma’s relationship did not work out, so in November 2015, he married Lilian. Lilian Esoro is a well-known Nollywood actress and business owner.
He is the father of four children, two daughters (Zaneta and Ariella) and two sons (Jayden and Shiloh).
Media Controversy
Ubi Franklin was almost Killed
He was almost killed by a man at a furniture store in Lagos, but with the quick intervention of his cousin, he was saved. The attacker was eventually arrested.
He almost committed suicide
Franklin admitted that from July 2016 to March 2017, he struggled to overcome bouts of depression, which almost led him to commit suicide.
Awards
- City People Music Award for Music Manager of the Year – 2017
- Nominee for the Future Awards Africa – 2017
- Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award – 2018
- Young Entrepreneur Award of the Year by Youth Enterprise Conference (YECO) – 2018
- Business Person of the Year at the Entrepreneur Africa Awards – 2018
Social Media
Follow Ubi Franklin on all his social media platforms:
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Ubi Franklin Cars and House
Ubi Franklin is not one of Nigeria’s public figures who post pictures of their possessions on social media. As a result, not everyone is aware of all of the vehicles he owns. Or perhaps he has a smaller collection than others.
Some of them include;
- Mercedes-Benz c300
- Range Rover
- Peugeot 207 cc
While no one knows the exact number of residences Ubi Franklin owns, one thing is certain: he owns a multi-million Naira mansion in Lekki, Lagos. Another theory is that he owns a home in Calabar or Uyo.
Net Worth
Ubi Franklin is a Nigerian music artist manager, politician, and entrepreneur with an estimated net worth of $5 million. and the founder of the record label Made Men Music Group and Instant Apartment.
People Also Ask For FAQs
Is Ubi Franklin a billionaire?
Ubi Franklin is a Nigerian music artist manager, politician, entrepreneur, TV show host, and the founder of the record label Made Men Music Group and Instant Apartment, He has an estimated net worth of $5 million.
Is Ubi Franklin still married?
In January 2021, the divorce was finalized, with Lilian taking custody of their son, Jayden.
What happened between Timaya and Ubi Franklin?
While the cause of the rift between Ubi Franklin and Timaya and when said beating occurred are unclear, it is clear that the feud has been ongoing. And in a follow-up post, Franklin accused the dancehall singer of still being angry that he chastised him over his handling of the accident. “Timaya is so petty.
Who does Ubi Franklin manage?
Chioma Avril Rowland.
Ubi Franklin Biography
| Real name | Ubi Ekapong Ofem |
| Date of birth | 2 February 1986 |
| Country of Origin | Federal Republic of Nigeria |
| Source of Wealth | Entertainment, Endorsement |
| Ex-Wife | Lilian Esoro |
| Net worth | $5 million |
Early Life
Ubi Franklin (born February 2, 1986, 39 years old) was born in Cross River State, Nigeria. He is the 11th of 15 children. He had his primary and secondary education in Calabar, after which he studied law at the University of Madonna, Nigeria.
Career
Franklin began her career as Julius Agwu’s assistant before moving on to work with AY Makun and other artists. He then worked in show promotion. He became Iyanya’s manager in 2010, just before the song “kukere,” which became a hit, was released. When the label expanded in 2014, other artists such as Tekno, Emma Nyra, and Selebobo were signed.
Instant Pickup, Instant Apartment & Instant Ryde
In July 2017, he launched Instant Pickup, an online service that offers instant home pickup and laundry delivery. In the same year, he launched Instant Apartment, an online platform that offers luxury apartments for rent. In October 2018, he launched Instant Ryde, an online taxi service in his hometowns of Calabar, Cross River state, and Uyo, Akwa Ibom state.
Public Speaker
Franklin is also a public speaker. He was a speaker at the Youth Enterprise Conference organized by Nairabet’s founder, Otunba Akin Alabi. He also shared the stage with the chairman of First Bank, Ibukun Awosika, and Veteran Nollywood Actor Richard Mofe Damijo at the Hub Business Conference organized by the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly.
Made Men Music Group (Triple MG)
Made Men Music Group (Triple MG) is a Nigerian record label founded in September 2012 by Ubi Franklin. Ubi Franklin is not only the CEO but also its manager. Iyanya, Tekno Miles, Emma Nyra, DJ Coublon, Selebobo, Chibbz, and Baci are among the artists who have signed with the label thus far.
Iyanya, on the other hand, left the record label in 2016 due to financial mismanagement, poor business decisions, and so on. Tekno Miles, Emma Nyra, DJ Coublon, and Baci have all left the label searching for greener pastures in their respective careers. Triple MG is down to Selebobo and Chibbz, so Ubi is looking for new artists to sign and manage.
Special Adviser
In 2020, Cross River State Governor Benedict Ayade appointed Ubi Franklin as Special Adviser on Tourism.
Philanthropy
In 2017, Ubi Franklin launched the ‘Ubi Franklin Startup Fund,’ a platform to fund existing business ideas and plans. Through the fund, he has supported several businesses in Nigeria with startup capital and funds.
Personal Life
Ubi Franklin married Lilian Esoro on November 1, 2015. A year later, they had a son named Jaden, who was born on July 17, 2016. Numerous rumors swirled around Ubi Franklin’s wedding. Emma Nyra, his other love interest, was one of them in 2015.
According to Ubi Franklin, Ubi and Emma’s relationship did not work out, so in November 2015, he married Lilian. Lilian Esoro is a well-known Nollywood actress and business owner.
He is the father of four children, two daughters (Zaneta and Ariella) and two sons (Jayden and Shiloh).
Media Controversy
Ubi Franklin was almost Killed
He was almost killed by a man at a furniture store in Lagos, but with the quick intervention of his cousin, he was saved. The attacker was eventually arrested.
He almost committed suicide
Franklin admitted that from July 2016 to March 2017, he struggled to overcome bouts of depression, which almost led him to commit suicide.
Awards
- City People Music Award for Music Manager of the Year – 2017
- Nominee for the Future Awards Africa – 2017
- Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award – 2018
- Young Entrepreneur Award of the Year by Youth Enterprise Conference (YECO) – 2018
- Business Person of the Year at the Entrepreneur Africa Awards – 2018
Social Media
Follow Ubi Franklin on all his social media platforms:
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Ubi Franklin Cars and House
Ubi Franklin is not one of Nigeria’s public figures who post pictures of their possessions on social media. As a result, not everyone is aware of all of the vehicles he owns. Or perhaps he has a smaller collection than others.
Some of them include;
- Mercedes-Benz c300
- Range Rover
- Peugeot 207 cc
While no one knows the exact number of residences Ubi Franklin owns, one thing is certain: he owns a multi-million Naira mansion in Lekki, Lagos. Another theory is that he owns a home in Calabar or Uyo.
Net Worth
Ubi Franklin is a Nigerian music artist manager, politician, and entrepreneur with an estimated net worth of $5 million. and the founder of the record label Made Men Music Group and Instant Apartment.
People Also Ask For FAQs
Is Ubi Franklin a billionaire?
Ubi Franklin is a Nigerian music artist manager, politician, entrepreneur, TV show host, and the founder of the record label Made Men Music Group and Instant Apartment, He has an estimated net worth of $5 million.
Is Ubi Franklin still married?
In January 2021, the divorce was finalized, with Lilian taking custody of their son, Jayden.
What happened between Timaya and Ubi Franklin?
While the cause of the rift between Ubi Franklin and Timaya and when said beating occurred are unclear, it is clear that the feud has been ongoing. And in a follow-up post, Franklin accused the dancehall singer of still being angry that he chastised him over his handling of the accident. “Timaya is so petty.
Who does Ubi Franklin manage?
Chioma Avril Rowland.
