Chinedu Okoli popularly his stage name Flavour N’abania or Flavour, is a Nigerian singer.
Gatekeepers News reports that Flavour is popularly known across Africa and the world for his hit song “Nwa Baby (Ashawo Remix)”.
Early Life
Flavour who was born 23 November 1983, is well known for his ability to sing fluently in the Igbo language, was born in Enugu State, Southeast Nigeria. His family is originally from Umunze in Orumba South LGA, Anambra State, Southeast Nigeria.
Early Career
Flavour began his musical career as a drummer for a local church at the age of 13 when he started playing the drums for his church choir in Enugu. The resident pastor at his church introduced him to a friend, Chris I. Ordor, the CEO of SoundCity Communications.
In 1996, Flavour was invited to join the company on an educational scholarship to study music. After three years of playing the drums, he started playing the drums professionally.
In 1999, Flavour moved on from playing the drums and started playing the keyboard. He also used to provide backup vocals for other musicians at SoundCity.
Flavour’s educational background in music enabled him to learn music production from Dekumzy, Isi Charles, and Nnachie.
In 2005, Flavour collaborated with Mr. Raw on his debut album’s lead single titled “N’abania”.
Flavour released his second album Unlifted in 2010 with top singles including “Nwa Baby (Ashawo Remix)”, “Adamma”, and Oyi Remix” featuring Tiwa Savage.
His other albums include Blessed (2012), Thankful (2014), Ijele – The Traveller (2017), and Flavour of Africa (2020).
Personal Life
Flavour has four children; three biological children (all female) and an adopted son. He adopted his son from Liberia.
Net Worth
According to reports, Flavour’s net worth is estimated to be over $10 Million dollars.