Tomi Thomas is a Nigerian Afropop and R&B singer-songwriter celebrated for his soulful voice and genre-blending style. Born on November 9, 1992, he first gained fame with the group Loud on Sound (LOS) before thriving as a solo artist.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Tomi Thomas |
| Date of birth | November 9, 1992 |
| Place of birth | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Partner | Efya |
| Children | One expected (2027) |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter |
| Labels | Independent/Tomi Thomas |
| Net worth | $200,000 – $700,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Tomi Thomas grew up across Kano, Lagos, and Atlanta, gaining exposure to varied musical influences.
He discovered his love for music early, drumming in school while pursuing performing arts, drawing inspiration from icons like Mariah Carey, Bob Marley, Fela Kuti, and Eminem amid his Yoruba, Igbo, and Brazilian roots.
Career
Thomas co-founded the influential Lagos-based collective Loud on Sound (LOS) in 2010, where he honed his craft alongside peers, delivering street anthems like “Bad Guy P” and “On Fire” that captured urban youth energy.
Launching solo in 2014 with the EP Patience, a 15-track project featuring the smash hit “Ready or Not,” which dominated SoundCity Nigeria Top 10 and MTV Base charts. He established himself as a genre innovator blending Afropop, R&B, soul, hip-hop, and dancehall.
Follow-up releases like Black Couch LP Vol 1 (2016, 15 tracks exploring introspective themes), the collaborative Illusions EP with producer LeriQ (2018), experimental Afro-House album Plot49 with Benie Macaulay, and the soul-stirred Hopeless Romantic EP (2021, including “Hurricane” feat. Buju Banton) showcased his evolution.
Standout singles such as “Shaken” (2018), “Who Knew” (2020), “Again” (2021), and the recent “Seeing is Believing” (2024) reflect his Afrobeat maturation, with live performances spanning Nigeria, the UK, US, and now Ghana amid his Dubai base. His fusion style draws from global icons while rooting in Nigerian sounds, positioning him for potential joint ventures post-marriage.
Personal Life
Tomi Thomas married Ghanaian singer Efya Nokturnal (Jane Fara Fauzzier Afia Boafowaa Awindor) on February 14, 2026, in an exclusive, invitation-only Valentine’s Day ceremony held at an upscale residence in Trassaco Phase II, Accra.
The intimate, faith-centered celebration beautifully merged Ghanaian and Nigerian traditions, with performances by music stars like R2Bees, alongside guests including King Promise and Hajia4Real, prioritizing heartfelt connections over public exposure.
Efya, 38, appeared radiant and heavily pregnant with the couple’s first child, expected later in 2026, as she shone in elegant white gowns during the joyous event.
Net Worth
Tomi Thomas’s net worth is estimated at $200,000 to $700,000 as of 2026, derived primarily from music sales, streaming royalties, live performances, and independent label ventures.
Discography
- Patience EP (2014, 15 tracks, incl. “Ready or Not,” “The Renaissance”)
- Black Couch VOL I LP (2016, 15 tracks)
- Illusions EP (2018, with LeriQ)
- Plot49 (Afro-House album with Benie Macaulay)
- Hopeless Romantic EP (2021, feat. Buju Banton on “Hurricane”)
- Singles: “Shaken” (2018), “Again” (2021), “Who Knew” (2020), “Seeing is Believing” (2024)
Awards and Recognitions
While no major awards are recorded, his hit “Ready or Not” topped SoundCity Nigeria Top 10 and MTV Base Charts.
