Zlatan Ibile is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and rapper who came to prominence for his hit single “Zanku” which was followed up with a viral dance routine of the same name “Zanku Legwork”. Zlatan boast of several hit songs and collaborations which include; “My Body” featuring Olamide, “Osanle” featuring Davido, and “Able God” featuring Lil Kesh and Chinko Ekun.
Zlatan Ibile
Profession: Musician
Born: December 19, 1994
Age: 31 years old
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Lagos, Nigeria
Known for: hit single Zanku and other major collaborations
Profile Overview
Zlatan Ibile was born on December 12, 1994, and raised in Lagos State, Nigeria. He grew up in a religious family as his father, Mr Omoniyi is a pastor.
He attended Moshood Abiola Polytechnic in Abeokuta, Ogun State, where he obtained a National Diploma in Business Adminstration.
Zlatan who wanted to be a footballer, found himself in the music scene after he emerged winner of the Airtel-sponsored 2014 edition of “One Mic Campus” tour music competition at the age of 19. He came to prominence with his single “My Body” featuring Olamide. He followed up with a star studded collaboration titled “Able God” featuring g Chinko Ekun and Lil Kesh.
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He released the song “Zanku” in 2018, which was accompanied with a dance routine of the same name. He also released his debut studio album of the same name Zanku.
He releases the song “Glory” in early 2019. He also featured Davido on the song “Osanle” before joining Burna Boy on the release of “Killin Dem” which is one of the track off Burna Boy’s fourth studio album “African Giant”. He followed up with other collaborations such as “Flenjo” by Lil Kesh and Naira Marley’s “Am I A Yahoo Boy”.
Zlatan launched his record label, Zanku Records in 2020, and signed new artists; Oberz, Papisnoop, and Jamo Pyper. He also unveiled the signing of the videographer, Visionary Pictures.
Zlatan of the underrated Nigerian music sensation with lots of hit singles and features. He continues to excel with his unique ad libs, lyrics, melodies, and street slangs in his music. He also worked with the rising star Fola on the song “Get Better”, with Asake on “Bust Down” and DJ Cuppy on her hit single “Gelato”.
Zlatan’s effort in the music industry has been crowned with numerous awards and nominations. One of those awards is the Best New Act and Song of the Year at the 2019 Headies Awards. He received nominations for Rookie of the Year at City People Music Awards in 2018, and Most Searched Artistes at Net Honours in 2021.
Zlatan has been in a long-term relationship with his baby mama Davita Lamal and they have two sons together. They welcomed their fiest son, Shiloh Omoniyi on March 29, 2020, and their second child, Benaiah Omoniyi in November 2024. They eventually got married on Ocyober 24, 2026, with several celebrities in attendance at their wedding ceremony which include the likes of Davido, Chinko Ekun, Reekado Banks, Chief Priest, Peruzzi and so on.
His wife, Davita Lamal is a graduate of the University of Kent and based in the United Kingdom.
Career Timeline
- 2016 – Odun Yi featuring Spaceboi
- 2017 – My Body featuring Olamide
- 2018 – Zanku (Legwork)
- 2018 – Osanle ft. Davido
- 2019 – Zanku (Abum)
- 2019 – Kokosa ft. Juls, Damibliz, Jorlasi
- 2020 – Unripe Pawpaw ft. Papisnoop, Jamo Pyper, Oberz
- 2020 – Soro Sole
- 2021 – Resan (Album)
- 2021 – Ale Yi
- 2021 – Alubarika ft. Buju
- 2023 – Omo Ologo (EP)
- 2024 – Bust Down Ft. Asake
- 2025 – Get Better Ft. Fola
- 2025 – Symbol of Hope (Album)
Personal Details
- Alternative name: Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Religion: Christianity
- Height: 5 feet 8 inches
- Parents: Mr Omoniyi
- Partner: Davita Lamal (m. 2026)
- Children: Shiloh Omoniyi, Benaiah Omoniyi
- Official website: Instagram – @zlatan_ibile
Trivia
- Zlatan Ibile real name is Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael.
- His stage name is from his love for the popular footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
- He is originally from Ekiti State.
- He grew up in Ikorodu area of Lagos State.
- He signed an endorsement deal with Coca-Cola in July 2019.
- He supports Barcelona football club.
- He has an estimated net worth of $3.5 million as of 2026.
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