Ubi Franklin is a Nigerian music artist manager, entrepreneur, TV show host, politician, and the founder of Made Men Music Group (Triple MG) and Instant Apartment. He is also the current Special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State on Tourism. In this article, we will provide a detailed biography of Ubi Franklin, including his early life, personal life, education, family, career, achievements, awards, net worth, quotes, relationships, and FAQs.
Profile Summary
| Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ubi Franklin |
| Date of Birth | February 2nd, 1986 |
| Place of Birth | Cross River State, Nigeria |
| Education | Madonna University (Studied Law) |
| Career | Record Label Executive, Talent Manager, Entrepreneur |
| Achievements | 2016 Music Manager of the Year, Business Person of the Year |
| Net Worth | $4 million |
| Marital Status | Divorced (was previously married to Lilian Esoro) |
| Children | Four (2 daughters and 2 sons) |
| Notable Cars | Mercedes-Benz C300, Range Rover, Peugeot 207 CC |
BIOGRAPHY
Ubi Franklin was born on February 2nd, 1986, in Cross River State, Nigeria. He is the eleventh child in a family of fifteen. Franklin completed his primary and secondary education in Calabar, after which he attended Madonna University, where he studied Law. Ubi Franklin is married to Nigerian actress Lilian Esoro, and they have four children, two daughters (Zaneta and Ariella) and two sons (Jayden and Shiloh).
During the period between July 2016 and March 2017, Ubi Franklin struggled with depression, which almost led him to commit suicide. In addition, he was almost killed by an attacker at a furniture store in Lagos. His cousin intervened and saved his life, and the attacker was later arrested.
CAREER
Ubi Franklin began his career as an assistant to Julius Agwu, where he learned about the Nigerian entertainment industry. After leaving Agwu’s team, he worked with AY Makun, a comedian and producer, and other artists, promoting shows and getting paid for gigs.
In 2010, Ubi Franklin became Iyanya’s manager before the song “kukere” was released, which became a hit. In 2012, Ubi Franklin founded Made Men Music Group (Triple MG), a Nigerian record label. The label has signed up with several artists, including Tekno Miles, Emma Nyra, Selebobo, and Chibbz.
Franklin has also launched several businesses, including Instant Apartment, an online platform that offers luxury apartments for rent, and Instant Pickup, an online service that offers instant home pickup and delivery of laundry. He also launched Instant Ryde, an online taxi service in his hometown, Calabar, Cross River State, and Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
Ubi Franklin is a well-known public figure in Nigeria who has achieved success in various fields, including show promotion, event planning, music artiste management, and entrepreneurship.
NET WORTH
Ubi Franklin is one of the most successful managers in the Nigerian music industry, having managed artists like Iyanya, Tekno, Emma Nyra, and Selebobo. He is also a record label executive, talent manager, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Triple MG.
Franklin has made a lot of money during the reign of Iyanya and Tekno, who were among some of the biggest artists in the country. As of 2023, his net worth is estimated at around $4 million.
RELATIONSHIP STATUS
Ubi Franklin was married to Nollywood actress Lilian Esoro. However, their marriage hit the rocks and they eventually got divorced in Thursday, January 28, 2021. Franklin has since been linked with several women, but he has not officially confirmed any romantic relationship.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Franklin has received several awards and recognitions for his contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry and entrepreneurship. Some of them include:
- 2016 Music Manager of the Year by City People Music Awards
- Special Adviser on Tourism by Cross River State Governor, Ben Ayade in 2020.
- Speaker at the Youth Enterprise Conference by Nairabet’s founder, Otunba Akin Alabi
- Business Person of the Year at the Entrepreneur Africa Awards – 2018
CARS
Ubi Franklin is not one of those public figures in Nigeria that document their possessions online. However, some of the cars in his collection include:
- Mercedes-Benz C300
- Range Rover
- Peugeot 207 CC
QUOTES OF UBI FRANKLIN
- “Don’t judge me until you know me, don’t talk about me until you have talked to me, don’t underestimate me until you challenge me.”
- “Money is the foundation. Without enough money, we are slaves to the business we launched… without enough money, we cannot fully realize our authentic selves. Money amplifies who we are.”
- “Learn the difference between making money (income) and creating wealth (net worth).”
FAQs
How much is Ubi Franklin worth?
As of 2023, Ubi Franklin’s net worth is estimated at around $4 million.
Is Ubi Franklin married?
No, Ubi Franklin got divorced from Lilian Esoro in 2018 and has not officially confirmed any romantic relationship.
What cars does Ubi Franklin own?
Some of the cars in Ubi Franklin’s collection include a Mercedes-Benz C300, Range Rover, and Peugeot 207 CC.
