Iyanya

Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk (born 31 October 1986), known professionally as Iyanya, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Calabar, he gained recognition after winning the first season of Project Fame West Africa. Iyanya released his debut studio album, My Story, in October 2009. It was supported by the singles "No Time" and "Love Truly". He co-founded the record label Made Men Music Group with Ubi Franklin in 2011.

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Born: 1986-10-31
Works: 1

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Listeners: 32,802
Total plays: 301,636

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Early life and education
Career
2009–2015: ''My Story'' and ''Desire''
2016–present: MMMG Exit and ''Nigerian Idol''
Artistry
Discography
Awards and nominations
Films and television
References
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Iyanya's second studio album, Desire, was released in February 2013. It yielded the singles "Kukere", "Ur Waist", "Flavour", "Sexy Mama", and "Jombolo". Iyanya has won several awards, including Artist of the Year at The Headies 2013. In October 2016, he announced on Instagram that he signed a record deal with Mavin Records. Prior to signing with Mavin, he inked a management deal with Temple Management Company. Iyanya first announced his intentions to leave Made Men Music Group in July 2016. Applaudise (2015), Once Upon a Cat (2024), and ''The Forester's Son'' (2025) were released as his third, fourth, and fifth studio albums, respectively.