Omawumi

Omawumi
Omawumi Megbele during an interview in 2016
Background information
Birth nameOmawumi Megbele
Also known asOmawumi
Born (1982-04-13) 13 April 1982
Delta State, Nigeria
OriginWarri, Delta State
GenresSoul music, R&B, pop, afropop
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, actress
Years active2007–present

Omawumi Megbele (born 13 April 1982), known by her stage name Omawumi, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter and actress of Itsekiri ethnicity. She is a brand ambassador for Globacom, Konga.com, and Malta Guinness. She's also part of the campaign called "Rise with the Energy of Africa". She gained attention as the 2007 runner-up on West African Idols, a reality TV show part of the Idols franchise. Her second album, Lasso of Truth (2013), was reported to be a commercial success in Nigeria.