Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, commonly recognized as Bobrisky, is a prominent Nigerian social media figure and entrepreneur who attained fame for challenging gender conventions within a conservative environment. Born on August 31, 1991, in Ogun State, Nigeria, Bobrisky emerged as one of the nation’s first openly transgender influencers.
Early Life and Background
Raised in a polygamous Muslim household, Bobrisky is the youngest offspring of her late mother and was nurtured under stringent discipline. Despite a traditional upbringing, she began to exhibit feminine characteristics from an early age, resulting in frequent disciplinary actions from her mother. Ultimately, she opted to identify as Christian, although she prefers to keep her current place of worship undisclosed.
At the age of 16, Bobrisky commenced financial independence and was already displaying signs of gender nonconformity during her adolescent years. Her academic history includes attending King’s High School and Okota High School, followed by acquiring a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Lagos (UNILAG).
Career Advancement
Bobrisky commenced her journey as a makeup artist and gained attention via Snapchat in 2016. She leveraged the platform to disseminate beauty tips and promote her skin-lightening products. This online success burgeoned into Instagram, where she amassed a substantial follower count. In spite of criticism for endorsing colorism and gender stereotypes, she sustained a remarkable presence in Nigeria’s online domain.
In 2019, Bobrisky was featured in the documentary Skin, which delved into the subject of colorism in Nigeria. She has consistently been a polarizing yet stable figure in Nigerian pop culture.
Public Image and Gender Identity
Initially presenting as a straight man cross-dressing for promotional purposes, Bobrisky later revealed that she had undergone surgeries for transitioning. This initiated discussions, particularly given Nigerian laws against same-sex relationships. Nevertheless, Bobrisky has maintained that she no longer considers herself a cross-dresser as she has completed her gender conversion.
In 2025, she described herself as “a woman who has undergone everything,” reaffirming her identity as a transgender woman.
Legal Controversies
Bobrisky has encountered several legal predicaments. In 2024, she was apprehended by the EFCC for allegedly damaging the Nigerian Naira by spraying money at public functions. She admitted guilt and received a six-month prison sentence without the option to pay a fine. After serving her term, she was released in August 2024.
Additional controversies included allegations of corruption and preferential treatment during her incarceration, which she refuted. In late 2024, she also faced issues with immigration authorities and the EFCC while attempting to travel internationally.
Despite filing a lawsuit against the EFCC for violating her rights, the Federal High Court dismissed her case, citing insufficient evidence.
Personal Life
Bobrisky keeps her romantic life private. Although she once claimed to be in a relationship with one of Africa’s wealthiest men, she has never disclosed his identity publicly. She previously shared a close relationship with actress Tonto Dikeh, although the specifics of their connection remain uncertain.
She is renowned for her extravagant lifestyle, passion for luxury automobiles, and frequent displays of wealth on social media. Bobrisky also asserts that she is a generous philanthropist and committed Christian who regularly pays her tithes.
Net Worth
With a projected net worth of $3.1 million, Bobrisky ranks among Nigeria’s most affluent online influencers. She generates income through brand partnerships, cosmetic sales, and paid promotions on her social media channels.
