Yhemolee
Idowu Adeyemi (born 4 April 1993), known professionally as Yhemolee is a Nigerian singer, actor, and social media personality. He gained recognition following the commercial release of his single "Mon Cheri " featuring Chinko Ekun and Asake in 2020. In 2020, Yhemolee won Best Collabo of the Year at the City People Entertainment Awards and was nominated for Popular Song of the Year and Street Music of the Year.
Also recorded as Adeyemi Idowu
Yhemolee

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- Name
- Yhemolee
- Birth Name
- Idowu Adeyemi
- Born
- 4 April 1993
- Birthplace
- Lagos State, Nigeria.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Obafemi Awolowo University.
- Occupation
- Actor Model Influencer Musician
- Awards
- City People Entertainment Awards Trendupp Awards
- Full name
- Adeyemi Idowu.
- Nationality
- Nigeria.
- Fields
- acting and singing.
- Known for
- Gangs of Lagos, Hotel Labamba and Gold Statue.
- Honours
- City People Entertainment Awards and Trendupp Awards.
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Biography
Biography
He received his second award at the 2024 Trendupp Awards for the Force Of Online Sensation. Outside of music, he played the character Muri Toronto in Gangs of Lagos (2023) and later appeared in Traffic (2020). His other acting credits include roles in IjeBaby Chopping Center (2022), Reach (2020), and Hotel Labamba (2023). In 2024, he starred in Alakada: Bad and Boujee, produced by FilmOne Studios. Also active as a host.
Yhemolee studied at Obafemi Awolowo University. The field of work recorded is acting and singing. Works named in the authority record are Gangs of Lagos, Hotel Labamba and Gold Statue. Distinctions recorded are City People Entertainment Awards and Trendupp Awards.

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Key facts
Key facts
• Name — Yhemolee • Other Names — Olowo Eko YL • Birth Name — Idowu Adeyemi • Born — 4 April 1993 • Birthplace — Lagos State, Nigeria. • Education — Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Obafemi Awolowo University. • Occupation — Actor Model Influencer Musician • Years Active — 2018–present • Notable Works — Gangs of Lagos Hotel Labamba • Awards — City People Entertainment Awards Trendupp Awards
Early life and education
Early life and education
Idowu Adeyemi was born on 4 April 1993 in Lagos State, Nigeria. He pursued higher education at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. During his time at the university, he was actively involved in various entertainment activities. According to an interview with Chude Jideonwo in 2023, Yhemolee shared that, as a result of his father's job his parents had to divorce.
Career
Career
Yhemolee began his musical career, releasing several songswhich blends elements of Afrobeats with contemporary sounds. He gained wider recognition after collaborating with Chinko Ekun and Asake on the 2020 single "Mon Cheri ". At the 2020 City People Entertainment Awards, organized by City People Magazine, Yhemolee won the award for Best Collabo of the Year for his song Mon Cheri. He also received nominations for The Force of Online Sensation and won a Trendupp Award in 2024 in that category. Yhemolee has been credited with introducing Nigerian singer Asake to rapper Olamide. This introduction played a role in Asake's career progression, leading to his signing with Olamide's YBNL record label, which contributed to his rise in the Nigerian music industry, in an interview with Chude Jideonwo. In addition to his music career, Yhemolee has also appeared in Nollywood films. including Traffic (2020), Reach (2020), Hotel Labamba (2023), Alakada: Bad and Boujee (2024) and IjeBaby Chopping Center (2022). He gained wider recognition for his role as Muri Toronto in Gang of Lagos.
Controversies
Controversies
Yhemolee allegedly collided with Nigerian singer Sani Wasiu, aka Lil Frosh On 27 November 2023, he was accused of assault by the singer in a series of statements on Lil Frosh's social media. The posts featured pictures. On 28 November 2023, Yhemolee filed a ₦200 million defamation suit against singer Lil Frosh. Yhemolee became involved in a feud with fellow Nigerians, social media critic Verydarkman, and comedian Carter Efe. The situation escalated as they took to social media to exchange insults and express their grievances. The conflict began when Verydarkman commented on Yhemolee's public breakup with his girlfriend, which was accompanied by allegations of infidelity. In February 2024, Yhemolee faced accusations of cyberbullying footballer Alex Iwobi after the Super Eagles' loss to Ivory Coast in the 2023 AFCON final. The controversy began when sports journalist Pooja claimed that Yhemolee posted a video criticizing Iwobi's lifestyle, suggesting it was not in line with that of a serious football player. Shortly after this post, Iwobi deleted all his Instagram photos, which led to speculation that the video contributed to his decision. Yhemolee defended himself, stating that Pooja had twisted the narrative. He claimed that he merely reposted content created by someone else and denied any intent to harm Iwobi.
Personal life
Personal life
On 6 September 2024, Yhemolee married his long-term partner, Oyin Tayo (Thayour B), in Victoria Island, Lagos. The event was attended by guests including Timi Dakolo, Zlatan, Rahaman Jago, Poco Lee, and Soso Soberekon. Adeyemi announced on Instagram that he is expecting his first child with his wife. He welcomed a boy named Amirion Idowu with his wife in the US earlier in January 2025.
Songs
Songs
• Mon Cheri ft. (Asake, Chinko Ekun, and Ashidapo) (2020) • All the Girls ft. (Dandizzy, YKB) (2020)
EPs
EPs
• Olowo Eko
Television
Television
• Year — Title — Role — Ref • 2022– — IjeBaby Chopping Center — CK • 2023– — Sibe — Costumers
Film
• Year — Title — Role — Ref • 2019 — Gold Statue — Recurring role • 2020 — Traffic — Yhemolee • Reach — Ebuka • 2023 — Gangs of Lagos — Muri Toronto • Hotel Labamba — Scodi • 2024 — Alakada: Bad and Boujee — Alaba Dollar • 2025 — A Very Dirty Christmas — Tega
Awards and nominations
• Year — Event — Category — Work — Result — Ref • 2020 — City People Entertainment Awards — Best Collaboration — Mon Cheri ft. (Asake, Chinko Ekun, and Ashidapo) • Popular Song of the Year — Himself for Mon Cheri • Comedy Act of the Year — Himself • Street Music of the Year — Himself for Mon Cheri • 2024 — Trendupp Awards — The Force Of Online Sensation — Himself
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- 1.From Sunset to Sunrise: The Nightlife Industry and YhemoLee's Diverse Influence – THISDAY Style.
- 2.ETUKUDO, Itoro. My greatest achievement in 2022 is Asake, Yhemolee reveals. icirnigeria.
- 3.Tunde Onakoya, Kiekie, Yhemolee, Others, Emerge Winners At Trendupp Awards 2024. Independent. 13 July 2024.
- 4.Erezi, Dennis. The journey from street to stardom: Actor Yhemolee. The Guardian. 20 March 2024.
- 5.Wangethi, Isaac. Yhemolee's biography: age, real name, siblings, net worth. Legit.ng. 11 September 2023.
- 6.Itodo, Sunny Green. My parents' divorce almost ruined my life – Singer Yhemolee. Daily Post. 29 June 2023.
- 7.Yhemolee Makes Huge Statement With New Single, Mon Cheri'. This Day.
- 8.Grace, Ihesiulo. Yhemolee Hints On New Music Collaboration. Daily Times. 20 March 2022.
- 9.Reporter. Winners Emerge At 2020 City People Music Awards [Full List]. City People Magazine. 7 December 2020.
- 10.Winners at the Recently Concluded Trendupp Awards 2024. thelagosweekender.com. 9 July 2024.
- 11.Bodunde, Deborah. Yhemolee: How my recommendation got Asake signed to Olamide's label. TheCable. 25 June 2023.
- 12.Onikoyi, Ayo. People behind Asake's success. Vanguard. 3 September 2023.
- 13.Muaz, Hassan. I cried when I surprised Asake at his concert in London, Yhemolee shares on #WithChude. The Eagle Online. 2 July 2023.
- 14.Abiodun, Alao. Yhemolee makes his mark with notable roles in Nollywood. The Nation. 10 August 2023.
- 15.YNaija. Toyin Abraham And The Cast Of “Alakada: Bad & Boujee” Were All Smiles At The Film Premiere » YNaija. 2024-12-17.
- 16.Munachi, Chioma. We Ranked Prime Video's Most Recent Releases From "I'll Watch This Again" to Time Waster. Zikoko!. 14 March 2024.
- 17.Onu, Stephen. MOVIE REVIEW: Biodun Stephen's murder mystery movie, 'Hotel Labamba' suffers many lapses. Premium Times. 24 February 2024.
- 18.Idowu 'Yemolee' Adeyemi – Nollywire.
- 19.Njoku, Benjamin. He's multitalented: Fans applaud Yhemole for his role in 'Gang Of Lagos'. Vanguard. 18 May 2024.
- 20.Remley, Hilary. 'Gangs of Lagos' Trailer Brings Violence and Destiny to Gritty Nigerian Thriller. Collider. 4 April 2023.
- 21.Nwafor. Fashion brand – Luxury by Shizzi unveils Yhemolee as brand Ambassador. Vanguard. 2 June 2022.
- 22.Asaju, Idris. Pocolee & Yhemolee as the new brand ambassadors for Bet9ja. dailysports.
- 23.Pocolee & Yhemolee as the new brand ambassadors for Bet9ja. Twitter.
- 24.Edeme, Victoria. (PICTORIAL) Alleged bullying: Singer Lil Frosh counters Yhemolee's claim, demands N500m. The Punch. 30 November 2023.
- 25.Edeme, Victoria. (PICTORIAL) Alleged bullying: Singer Lil Frosh counters Yhemolee's claim, demands N500m. The Punch. 30 November 2023.
- 26.Oluwayemi, Victoria. Singer Lil Frosh accuses actor Yhemolee of slapping him (Photo). P.M. News.
- 27.Fatoye, Bisola. Actor Yhemolee slams N200m suit on Lil Frosh. Daily Trust. 30 November 2023.
- 28.Odunmorayo, oke. Nigerian Singer Lil Frosh Accuses Actor Yhemolee of Assault. The Guardian. 28 November 2023.
- 29.Daramola, Ibukunoluwa. Yhemo Lee's ex-girlfriend denies allegations that she cheated on him. Pulse Nigeria. 15 November 2023.
- 30.Ifeoluwa. YhemoLee's girlfriend reacts to reports of their alleged breakup, infidelity. ENTERTAINMENT – WITHIN NIGERIA. 15 November 2023.
- 31.Peaceman, Pandora. VeryDarkMan Mocks Yhemolee, Carter Efe Amid Girlfriend's Infidelity – New Telegraph. New Telegraph. 18 November 2023.
- 32.Igwe, Chidi. "I don't think it's that deep tbh" – Yhemolee Reacts As Falz Cheers Alex Iwobi. TV360 Nigeria. 13 February 2024.
- 33.Inyang, Ifreke. AFCON 2023: Iwobi deletes all pictures on Instagram after Ivory Coast defeat. Daily Post. 12 February 2024.
- 34.Owolawi, Taiwo. "Do better": Pooja accuses Yhemo Lee of cyberbullying Alex Iwobi, he reacts. Legit.ng. 13 February 2024.
- 35.Clifford, Elizabeth. Burna Boy praises Nigerian weddings after Yhemolee's grand ceremony. NotjustOk. 3 September 2024.
- 36.Fasan, Yewande. Yhemolee considers farming business after receiving cow gifts ahead of wedding. The Nation.
- 37.Owoeye, Olukorede. Yhemo Lee's wedding to be aired live on DSTV – Nigerian Entertainment Today. The NET. 30 August 2024.
- 38.Brown, Tosin. Timi Dakolo, Whitelion, others attend Yhemolee's wedding in Lagos Western Post. 1 September 2024.
- 39.ADEKUNLE, MUSA. Yhemolee, wife expecting first baby weeks after wedding. The Guardian. 15 September 2024.
- 40.ADEKUNLE, MUSA. PHOTOS: Yhemolee, wife welcome first child. The Guardian. 2025-01-04.
- 41.Tv, Bn. Shaffy Bello, Yhemolee & Lilian Afegbai star in New Episode of "Sibe". BellaNaija. 9 July 2023.
- 42.Reporter. #CPMA2020: Citypeople releases nominations for 2020 Music Awards. City People Magazine. 30 November 2020.
- 43.Trenduppawwards. www.trenduppawards.com.
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Social media influence and controversies
In October 2024, Yhemolee signed an endorsement deal with Fashion brand – Luxury by Shizz, a Nigeria-based fashion brand. In June 2022, he became an official brand ambassador for the sports-betting brand bet9ja.