Bakare Boluwatife Oluwatobi, widely known as Minister BBO or BBO, is a Nigerian gospel artist, worship leader, songwriter, comedian, and master of ceremonies. He gained prominence in 2020 through his viral worship track “Igbatoba Tewalorun, You Are the Most High,” fusing Yoruba praise with modern gospel sounds. Now based in Ibadan, he reaches audiences worldwide via music and ministry.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Bakare Boluwatife Oluwatobi |
| Date of Birth | June 2, 1990 |
| Place of Birth | Ijebu, Ogun State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Ogun State |
| Partner | Single |
| Children | None |
| Occupations | Gospel music minister, worship leader, songwriter, comedian, event compere |
| Labels | Independent |
| Net Worth | Estimated $300,000 USD |
Early Life and Education
Raised in a Christian family on June 2, 1990, BBO drew early inspiration from his grandmother’s deep faith. He progressed through Ecwa Nursery and Primary School, Success International Secondary School, and earned a B.Sc. in Statistics from Olabisi Onabanjo University.
Before ministry, he explored MCing and acting, with his gospel path solidifying amid the 2020 COVID-19 challenges.
Career
BBO’s professional turn came amid 2020 financial struggles, sparked by a pivotal prayer retreat on an Ibadan mountain. The viral collaboration with Woli Arole launched him into gospel circuits, partnerships with artists like Bidemi Olaoba and Pelumi Deborah, and ambassadorships such as for MBraiz Innovations.
He once worked at Splash FM in Ibadan while juggling music, preaching, and compering.
Personal Life
BBO stays single, describing himself as “engaged to purpose” until guided otherwise, with a commitment to ministry and personal purity. Childless, he honors his grandmother’s spiritual role in his journey. Living in Ibadan, he keeps his private world centered on faith.
BBO Net Worth
Recent estimates place BBO’s wealth at $300,000 USD. Earnings stem from music streams, live gospel shows, and endorsements like MBraiz Innovations.
Discography
- Most High (2020)
- Unscripted Sound (2021)
- Refresh (2021)
- Amin (2021)
- ORO (2022)
- Deep Praise (feat. Bidemi Olaoba, 2023)
- E Ti Tobi to (feat. Pelumi Deborah & The OhEmGee Choir, 2024)
- I Dey Wonder (feat. The OhEmGee Choir & others, 2025)
His tracks, rich in Yoruba lyrics, draw over 368,000 monthly Spotify listeners.
