Soso Soberekon is a prominent Nigerian music executive, talent manager, entrepreneur, and actor renowned for his behind-the-scenes influence in entertainment. He has shaped careers of major artists while leading key ventures in music and business.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Soso Soberekon |
| Date of birth | November 22, 1981 |
| Place of birth | Port Harcourt, Rivers State |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Rivers State |
| Partner | None (Single) |
| Children | None |
| Occupations | Talent Manager, Music Producer, Entrepreneur, Actor |
| Labels | Madskillz Studios, Five Star Music (former GM), White Lion Global |
| Net worth | $10 million |
Early Life and Education
Soso Soberekon entered the world on November 22, 1981, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, as part of the Ijaw (Kalabari) ethnic group from Buguma.
He completed schooling at Emarid College in Port Harcourt and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Port Harcourt, though he once cited lacking a specialized qualification for a pivotal chance. The vibrant Niger Delta environment fueled his entry into entertainment.
Career
Soberekon launched his career in 2003 by establishing Madskillz Studios, focusing on music production and talent nurturing. There, he propelled Nigga Raw’s “Obodo” featuring Klint da Drunk to national prominence in 2005.
He joined forces with E-Money and Kcee to elevate Five Star Music, serving as General Manager from 2011 and masterminding Kcee’s breakout with “Limpopo” (originally pitched for Beyoncé) and “Pull Over” featuring Wizkid, alongside Harrysong and Skiibii.
Key roles included production, video direction, and label operations, making him the “workhorse” until his 2017 departure to found White Lion Global for talent management, event direction, media consultancy, White Lion Global Energy, and White Lion Construction.
Recently, he sponsored boxing events like “Chaos in the Ring” (May 2026) and offered ₦50 million for a Carter Efe-Peller bout. He also acted in Devil in Agbada (2021) and La Femme Anjola (2021) as Timipre Otobo.
Personal Life
He guards his private world closely, staying single with no known spouse or children. Soberekon eyed politics via a 2023 Rivers State gubernatorial bid. He advocates training sons for marriage just as daughters are prepared.
Net Worth
Estimates place Soso Soberekon’s 2025 net worth at $10 million, drawn from White Lion Global, events, real estate, construction, energy, and fashion. Diverse investments bolster his standing in entertainment and beyond.
Production Discography
- “Bottom Belle” (featuring Flavour) on Omawumi’s Lasso of Truth (2013)
- Contributions to Kcee’s Take Over album (2013, alongside Dr Amir and others)
- Nigga Raw’s “Obodo” (featuring Klint da Drunk, 2005)
Awards and Nominations
Soberekon claimed Music Executive of the Year at the 2024 Lagos All African Music Awards. He garnered a 2021 nod from The Humour Awards Academy. Artists he managed, including on Take Over, received Headies and Nigeria Entertainment Awards recognition.
