Pulse List: 10 most followed Nigerian celebrities on Instagram [2021]

However, some of these celebrities have done everything possible to keep every detail about their private lifestyle away from the prying eyes of the public.

This hasn’t deterred loyal fans of these celebrities as their followership on the social media platform keeps increasing just like your favourite stock in the market.

These celebrities have been able to retain and grow their fan base on Instagram over the years for their giveaways, flamboyant lifestyle, fashion style, controversial statements, and even hilarious content.

Okay guys, at the time of publishing this article, here are the ten most followed celebrities in Nigeria.

For the fourth year in a roll, Nigerian music star David Adeleke has remained the most followed Nigerian celebrity in the country. This doesn’t come as a surprise to many as he is what many in the social media space would call ‘the content.’

Since he hit fame in 2012 after he dropped the single ‘Dami Duro,’ there has been no holding back for the billionaire heir. Davido stands out on this list because his Instagram page can be described as a mini TV drama series.

If you want to be the first to see his latest car, house, or daddy’s time out with his daughters and son, be sure to be on his page. Even when he is not in the mood, trust his 19.9 million followers to be camping in his comment section.

The second most followed Nigerian celebrity on Instagram is the beautiful and seductive music star, Yemi Alade. The singer moved one step from her position in 2020.

Interestingly, a lot of celebrities only become famous on social media because of the controversies surrounding their lifestyle but the reverse is the case for Alade.

Her fans are organic and they appear sincerely interested in seeing her succeed in her career. However, if you are looking for one of those celebrity Instagram pages with jaw-dropping photos, be sure to click on Yemi Alade’s page.

Unarguably one of the most talented actors to have come from Nigeria, Funke Akindele Bello crosses the Ts and dots the Is when defining a star.

The movie star moved one step up from her position on this list from last year. Akindele’s continuous rise on Instagram can be connected to her die-hard fans who have remained loyal to her craft.

What connects fans with the mother of twins on Instagram is the diversity of her page. If she’s not sharing rib-cracking videos from her movies and TV drama series, she’s promoting her colleagues or just teasing fans with family photos and videos.

With almost 13 million followers and still counting, Tiwa Savage is the fourth most followed Nigerian celebrity on Instagram. Sadly, she dropped two positions this year.

However, she gained 2 million followers in just one year. Wondering how she has been able to win more fans over the last year? It’s simple, the single mum has been able to keep her page engaging with content tailored for lovers of her music.

She has continued to post her alluring photos garnished with her mother and son moments.

Ordinarily, with all his achievements and popularity, Wizkid should be at the top of this list but we all know social media doesn’t work that way.

He has remained in the same spot for the last four years but has grown his fan base by 2 million in just a year. If you are a die-hard fan of Wizkid, then you’ll know he is not big on sharing private or even career details on his social media accounts.

That hasn’t stopped the Wizkid FC from showing him all the love and support on social media.

Ini Edo is the sixth most followed celebrity in Nigeria and this doesn’t surprise many for obvious reasons.

Unlike a lot of movie stars who use their social media platforms to share with fans all their projects, Ini Edo has been able to capture hers with a different approach.

A close look at her page you’d find out that she sure spends a lot of time and money to look amazing. If you didn’t know Ini Edo and bumped into her page, you’d probably think she’s a fashion icon.

There are rich celebrities and there is Peter Okoye who can be used as the yardstick for measuring success and wealth in the entertainment industry.

Everything about the 39-year-old singer oozes class and affluence. From his cars to his mansion and wardrobe, you’d probably run out of data trying to find your way around his Instagram page.

Okoye doesn’t only share photos of his wealth on Instagram, but sometimes reveal details of his music career and its journey so far, tours, and concerts. Another beautiful feat of Okoye’s Instagram page is his beautiful family which he has never shied away from the limelight.

Don Jazzy needs no introduction as he is one of the most successful music moguls in modern Nigeria. The founder of Mavin Records can also be described as the funniest celebrity on social media.

His frisky nature has continued to endear fans in their millions to his Instagram page. He has also used his page to promote up and coming Instagram comedians by sharing their skits.

Comedy aside, the music mogul has been able to gain so much fan base because of his history as one of the best if not the best music producer in modern Nigeria. So you all know, Don Jazzy is known for his benevolence act which has seen a lot of fans camp in his comment section waiting patiently for his giveaways.

One of the biggest names in the comedy business in Nigeria for the past two decades is Ayo Makun. His versatility and business acumen have made him not only popular but very successful.

No wonder he is the most followed comedian in the country. AY’s Instagram isn’t one of those out-of-the-ordinary celebrity pages. If he isn’t giving shoutouts to his friends on their birthdays, you are definitely going to see videos and skits from different comedians, including himself.

The Nollywood goddess Mercy Johnson Okojie is the tenth most followed celebrity in the country. Her steady growth on Instagram can be attributed to her cult-like fans.

One interesting and very unique feat about this actress is the speed at which her 10 million followers are quick to click on anything she shares on the social media platform.

A typical day on Okojie’s Instagram page showcases all the goofy activities that take place in her home. If you want to have a good laugh on Instagram, be sure to have the actress as one of those accounts you follow.