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Oluwatobi Wande Ojosipe, born on October 18, 1985, is a prominent figure in the Nigerian music scene and a key figure in the Afrobeats genre. He is professionally known as Wande Coal.

After signing with Mo’Hit Records, Wande Coal gained fame and released the song "Ololufe," featured in the label's compilation album "Curriculum Vitae (CV)."

His debut album, "Mushin To Mo’Hits," established his position in the industry, with hit tracks like "Bumper2Bumper" and "You Bad" becoming fan favorites.

In 2015, his second album, "Wanted," was released, followed by his third album, "Realms," in 2020.

Wande Coal has achieved recognition in the African music scene with songs like "Ballerz," "Turkey Nla," "Iskaba," "So Mi So," "Ashimapeyin," "My Way," and more.

He received the African Artiste Of The Year award at the Ghana Music Awards and the Artiste Of The Year award at the Hip Hop World Awards in 2010.

Born in Lagos Island, Lagos State, to Chief Ibukun Olufunto Ojosipe and Mrs. Omolara Oluwayemisi Ojosipe, Wande Coal showed early interest in music, singing in the church choir during his teenage years.

Apart from music, Wande Coal is also skilled in dancing and initially entered the entertainment industry as a dancer before transitioning to music.

He attended top schools for his education, including Staff Nursery & Primary School and Federal Government College in Lagos State. He graduated with a degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Lagos.

Wande Coal's breakthrough came when he joined Mo’Hit Records in 2006, collaborating with Don Jazzy and D’banj. His debut single "Ololufe" garnered national acclaim, leading to his album "Mushin 2 Mo’Hits."

He later joined Mavin Records and eventually established his own label, Black Diamond Entertainment, releasing his album "Wanted" in 2015.

In 2017, he gained further momentum with songs like "Ballerz," "Iskaba," "Oh No No," "Funkeh," and "Turkey Nla."

Wande Coal has collaborated with various producers and artists, including Spellz, Juls, Killertunes, CheekyChizzy, Maleek Berry, Sarz, Don Jazzy, Wizkid, Olamide, Falz, and more.

His third album, "Realms," was released in 2020, featuring the popular song "Again."

In 2023, he released the studio album "Legend or No Legend," featuring artists like Olamide, Wizkid, T-Pain, and Fireboy DML.

Wande Coal has won awards such as Best R&B/Pop Single at the Hip Hop World Awards and African Artiste Of The Year at the Ghana Music Awards.

He lives in Victoria Island, Lagos, and keeps his personal life private, including details about his wife and family. He is respected as a mentor to emerging artists and holds a deal with Empire Music.

His estimated net worth ranges from US$7 million to US$10 million, reflecting his successful music career.