Spax, born Akano Olufemi Samuel on July 26, 1987, is a Nigerian record producer, mixing engineer, and arranger known for his unique sound tags “Classic” and “if it’s Spax then it gotta be.” He is a significant influence in the African mainstream music scene.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Akano Olufemi Samuel |
| Date of Birth | July 26, 1987 |
| Place of Birth | Minna, Niger State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Niger State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Record Producer, Mixing Engineer, Arranger |
| Record Labels | Independent |
| Net Worth | $500,000 – $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Akano Olufemi Samuel was born in Minna, Niger State, Nigeria, and grew up in Lagos.
Information about his formal education is not publicly available, but his career showcases his expertise in music production and sound engineering.
Career
Spax gained widespread recognition in 2020 after producing the single “Damages” by Tems from her debut EP For Broken Ears.
He also executive produced Oxlade’s Oxygene EP that year and has produced for artists such as Show Dem Camp on Clone Wars 4 and contributed to compilations like Palmwine Music Vol 1 and T.A.P (Talk About Poe) by Ladipoe.
In 2021, he was featured in Apple Music’s Oshe Naija campaign that celebrated Nigerian producers.
Personal Life
Spax keeps his personal life private, and there is no public information about his partner or children.
Net Worth
Spax’s net worth is estimated to be in the range of $500,000 to $1 million USD as of 2025.
Selected Production Discography
- “Damages” by Tems (2020)
- Executive Producer for Oxygene EP by Oxlade
- Executive Producer for Serenade EP by Funbi
- Contributions to Show Dem Camp’s Clone Wars 4
- Various tracks on Palmwine Music Vol 1 and T.A.P (Talk About Poe)
Awards and Nominations
- Nominated for Producer of the Year at The Headies 2020
- Included in the Apple Music Oshe Naija campaign (2021)
