Morenikeji Abideen Tokunboh Giwa, known as Keji Giwa, is a Nigerian-British entrepreneur and technology expert born on October 28, 1977. He founded Digital Bananas Technology and has built a diverse business empire spanning technology, real estate, and hospitality, including West Africa’s largest water park, Giwa Gardens in Lagos.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Morenikeji Abideen Tokunboh Giwa |
| Date of Birth | October 28, 1977 |
| Place of Birth | Hackney, London, United Kingdom |
| Nationality | Nigerian and British (dual citizenship) |
| State of Origin | Lagos State, Nigeria (Yoruba) |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | Two daughters (including Hazel Giwa) |
| Occupations | Entrepreneur, Businessman, Real Estate Investor, Technology Expert, CEO, Mentor |
| Net Worth | Approximately $100 million USD (₦138 billion Naira) |
Early Life and Education
Keji Giwa was born in Hackney, London, to Yoruba parents from Lagos State, Nigeria. His late father was Alhaji Morayo Abideen Toyin Giwa, creator of Three Crowns Milk, and his mother is Mrs. Mosunmola Wakeelat Giwa.
He grew up in Nigeria, attended school there, and returned to the UK at age 16. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Kingston University and a Master’s degree from the Digital Marketing Institute. He is a professional member of the British Computer Society.
Career
Keji Giwa started entrepreneurship early by selling artwork as a child and organizing university events to fund his studies. In 2007, he co-founded Tellallmyfriends and developed the GrantMyWish app, shortlisted for the 2012 Econsultancy Innovation Awards.
In 2010, he established Digital Bananas Technology in the UK and launched Career Insights, an online training platform. By 2018, his platforms helped over 10,000 Nigerians and ethnic minorities advance their careers in the UK. He also introduced the annual DBT Awards to recognize digital career excellence.
In real estate, Giwa launched Digital Landlords in 2017, building a $70 million portfolio by 2023. He created Shortlethomes, built Lekki Party Villas (Nigeria’s first purpose-built party villa estate), opened Giwa Gardens Water Park in Lagos in 2023 as a tribute to his father, and is constructing Nigeria’s first private beach 21-story skyscraper in Victoria Island.
Earlier, he worked at Wema Bank, FBN Bank UK, Digivate, Moveme.com, and Reevoo.com in various digital and business roles.
Personal Life
Keji Giwa is single and unmarried at nearly 50 years old. He has two daughters, including Hazel Giwa, and his baby mother lives in the United Kingdom.
He is a Muslim who currently resides in a Lagos mansion. Giwa is the firstborn and only son in his family, with two younger sisters living abroad. He has openly called himself a “walking red flag” for remaining single at almost 50.
Controversies
- In 2026, actress Wunmi Toriola clashed with a critic over remarks made about Giwa, defending him publicly
- In 2025, a US-based psychiatric technician alleged that N19 million she invested in Giwa’s projects was mismanaged
- In 2026, Giwa drew attention for supporting President Tinubu and stating “I am banking on Nigeria not getting better”
- His single status at nearly 50 has attracted media coverage and public discussion
Net Worth
Keji Giwa’s net worth is estimated at $100 million USD, approximately ₦138 billion Naira as of 2026. His wealth comes from Giwa Gardens Water Park, Lekki Party Villas, Shortlet Homes, VIParty Villas, Digital Bananas Technology, the GrantMyWish app, and his $70 million Digital Landlords real estate portfolio.
Awards and Recognition
- GrantMyWish app shortlisted for the 2012 Econsultancy Innovation Awards alongside Adobe
- Moveme.com app won Yahoo’s People Used Award for the Year (Giwa served as project manager)
- Established the annual DBT Awards in 2012 to recognize excellence in digital careers
- Became a certified partner with the Digital Marketing Institute after 2015
- Career Insights platform helped over 10,000 immigrants advance in the UK digital sector by 2018
- eWorkexperience platform generated more than 9,000 success stories and testimonials
