10 Nigerian Celebrities Who Are Nepo Kids

In Nigeria, several celebrities fit this description. From Davido to DJ Cuppy, here are 10 Nigerian stars who are considered Nepo kids.

Over the past few days, X (formerly known as Twitter) has experienced one of its most heated moments in 2025 due to the trending conversation about ‘Nepo baby’ and ‘Lapo baby’.

The online debate kicked off after a tweet by user @UnkleAyo went viral, questioning the media buzz surrounding billionaire Femi Otedola’s upcoming memoir, Making It Big. The tweet implied that Otedola, born into wealth, lacked the “from-the-bottom” struggle narrative relatable to average Nigerians.

In his words:
“Femi Otedola is the son of Lagos’ 9th Governor, Michael Otedola. His father was a governor during the Nigerian Third Republic. He’s the real ‘old money.’ There’s nothing he wants to write in a book that appeals to people like me. ‘Making it big’ una 😂.”

As expected, Nigerians responded with humour and sarcasm, turning the post into a full-blown trend that quickly divided social media into two sides: the Nepo babies and the Lapo babies.

Who is a ‘Lapo Baby’?

A Lapo baby is the street-made opposite of a Nepo baby. Unlike those born with silver spoons, a Lapo baby grows up surrounded by hardship — raised with loans, hunger, and daily hustle. The term draws its name from LAPO (Lift Above Poverty Organisation), a microfinance bank commonly associated with small loans to low-income earners.

As Nigerians often do, humour emerges from hardship — and the coinage of Lapo baby is another example of how the country jokes through struggle. In contrast, Nepo babies enjoy life from the top — born into influence, wealth, and opportunities. Here’s a look at 10 well-known Nigerian celebrities who are considered Nepo babies, thanks to their wealthy or powerful family backgrounds.

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10 Nigerian Celebrities Who Are Nepo Kids

1. Davido (David Adeleke)

Perhaps the most famous of them all. Davido hails from the influential Adeleke family in Osun State — a family that has produced two state governors, including the current one, Ademola Adeleke. His father, Adedeji Adeleke, is a billionaire real estate tycoon and founder of Adeleke University. Davido’s early access to wealth and connections helped launch his music career.

2. DJ Cuppy (Florence Otedola)

The most recognisable female Nepo baby in Nigeria. DJ Cuppy is the daughter of Femi Otedola, billionaire businessman and former Forte Oil chairman. Her grandfather, Michael Otedola, was once a governor of Lagos State. Her life — from her UK education to luxury lifestyle — has been shaped by her family’s wealth and influence.

3. Kiddwaya (Terseer Kiddwaya)

Known for his appearance on Big Brother Naija, Kiddwaya is the son of Terry Waya, a flamboyant billionaire and well-connected socialite.

4. Teni the Entertainer

Teni is the daughter of the late Simeon Apata, a respected army brigadier and founder of Apata Memorial School in Lagos — one of the top private schools in the city.

5. Adesua Etomi-Wellington

Though less publicised, Adesua comes from a privileged background. Her mother is a pastor, and she enjoyed a top-quality education in the UK before rising to fame in Nollywood.

6. Falz (Folarin Falana)

Falz is the son of Femi Falana (SAN), a prominent human rights lawyer and activist. While Falz carved his own path in music and entertainment, he benefited from a highly educated and influential upbringing.

7. L.A.X (Damilola Afolabi)

Afrobeats artist L.A.X is the son of Taiwo Afolabi, CEO of SIFAX Group — a Nigerian business empire with interests in maritime, aviation, and oil & gas.

8. Temi Otedola

The fashion blogger and actress is another of Femi Otedola’s daughters. She made her film debut in Kunle Afolayan’s Citation and runs a luxury brand.

9. Naeto C

The veteran rapper is the son of Kema Chikwe, a former Minister of Aviation and ambassador. His father also held significant political and business influence.

10. B-Red (Adebayo Adeleke)

A cousin to Davido and son of current Osun governor Ademola Adeleke. B-Red followed a similar path as a singer and record label owner under the Adeleke family name.

No matter how hard things get, Nigerians have a unique ability to find humour in reality — even if it means coining terms like Lapo baby to lighten the weight of economic struggle. From the trenches to trust funds, the contrast remains stark — but always conversation-worthy.