Naira Marley, a singer from Nigeria, was born on May 10, 1991, and is also the head of the Marlian Association of Nigeria, a contentious and quirky fan club (MAN).

Because he is one of the hottest and most well-known musicians in Nigeria right now, just just his name makes music aficionados shiver with excitement. The celebrity performs Afro Hip-hop fusion music and sings in English, Pidgin English, and Yoruba. He has unquestionably established himself as a major player in the Nigerian music scene with his spectacular melody and dance abilities.

He is contentious since his life off camera differs from his normal one. Naira Marley is a well-educated, devout Muslim who prioritizes his family before himself, in contrast to what the uneducated might think. He also adheres to the teachings of Islam. Who is Naira Marley, given his notoriety, celebrity, and the controversy he has courted?

Naira Marley was Born 31 Years Ago in Lagos State

Azeez Fashola, commonly known as Naira Marley, is a 31-year-old Nigerian singer, composer, and record producer whose melodies and musical fusion have mesmerized listeners. He was born to Mr. and Mrs. Fashola on May 10, 1991, and is from Lagos State in southwest Nigeria. His parents have other children as well; Marley has several siblings. He is a polygamous man who has two wives and four beautiful children (two boys and two girls), all of whom are British nationals and all of whom live in that country.

Naira Marly, then 11, relocated to Peckham in South London, England. He spent the majority of his childhood here. His General Certificate of Secondary Education was earned at Walworth School in the United Kingdom after he attended Porlock Hall (GCSE). Later, he attended Peckham Academy and graduated with a Distinction in Business. His desire to learn led him to enroll at Crossways College (now Christ the Sixth Form College), where he earned a degree in business law. It’s ironic that the “las las school na scam crooner is a well-educated fellow,” yet it makes sense considering that you need a degree from a tertiary institution to be a senior Marlian.

He Began His Music Career in 2014

Naira Marley always dreamed of becoming a voice actor and master of ceremonies (MC) because of his intense love of music as a child. He oversaw the rap careers of his MC friends while they were students at Peckham Academy. He realized his love and skill for music as he carried out his administrative responsibilities. His buddies were aware of his potential because when they had a song to write, there was always room for another singer. His companions pushed him to step in, and when he did, it marked the start of other recordings.

In 2015, he published his first EP, “Gotta Dance,” and he started to build up a respectable fan base. Naira Marley worked with Olamide and Lil Kesh to create “Issa Goal,” which was released in December 2018. During the 2018 FIFA World Cup, the Super Eagles (Nigeria’s male national football team) adopted the song as their official anthem. On June 16, 2018, he released the remix to Issa Goal, which features Falz, Simi, Slimcase, Lil Kesh, and Olamide. He continued to sing. By this time, his name was well-known throughout the music world.

Further singles by Naira Marley include “Am I a Yahoo Boy” (a song that landed him in jail) and the massive “Soapy” (which topped the Nigerian charts for 10 weeks). He released “Lord of Lamba,” his second EP, in 2019. His musical career has skyrocketed to the point where he has a devoted following known as “Marlians.” He has a record company called Marlian Records and has signed some up-and-coming musicians to it.

Popular Songs by Naira Marley include the following:

• “Tesumole”
• “Opotoyi”
• “Koleyewon”
• “Back to work”
• “Why”
• “Mafo”
• “Puxa”
• “Tingasa”

EXTENDED PLAY (EP)

• “Gotta Dance” 2015
• “Lord of Lamba” 2019

His young music career has also not been bereft of awards. At least he has an award to his name which is the:

• Sound City MVP Awards for Viewer’s Choice 2020

Meet Naira Marley’s Father, Mr. Fashola Who is a Successful Businessman

Since the musician keeps his family private, not much is known about them. But we are aware that he is one of many siblings and hails from a big family. Naira Marley’s father is Mr. Fashola. He is not a well-liked person, hence not much is known about him. In 2019, when his son was accused with credit card fraud, he appeared in court.

Although he does not use social media, he is a devoted supporter of his son. He is a well-known businessman who reportedly loves and takes excellent care of his family. The prolific artist’s mother, Mrs. Fashola, is also little-known, just like her husband. While he was having problems with the law, she was constantly present in court with her son.

Naira Marley Has Three Known Younger Siblings

Shubomi

• Real name: Mariam Fashola
• Date of Birth: 21st March 1998

Iyalode Gbogbo Marlian is a second name for Mariam Fashola. She is a Nigerian model and Instagram influencer who is the last of the Fashola family’s children. Mariam collaborates closely with Marlian Records, and she occasionally shows up in the label’s video productions. She currently lives in Lekki with her older brother.

Shuddy Funds

• Real name: Babatunde Moshood Fashola
• Date of Birth: 24th September

Babatunde Moshood Fashola, often known as Shuddy Funds, is the younger brother of Naira Marley clone Naira Marley, and he celebrates his birthday on September 24 each year. He is a native of Agege, Lagos. He is an entertainer, talent manager, and hype man like his brother. He attended Olabisi Onabanjo University and Robbinsdale Cooper High School for his education (Engineering). Shuddy Funds, who is signed to Marlian Records and has an estimated net worth of $250,000, rose to fame after his older brother gifted him a mansion.

Marley Jnr.

• Real name: Idris Fashola

He goes by the name Marley Jr. He is one of Naira Marley’s younger brothers. Idros was raised in Ikotun, Lagos, and attended Moshood Abiola University in Abeokuta, Ogun State, in south-western Nigeria. The course he took there is currently unknown. Football, swimming, and snooker are some of his pastimes. Marley Jr. caused a stir when he spent N25M on a pendant.

Other relatives include an unnamed elder sister who sells food in Lagos and an unnamed uncle who deals in cars.