Determining the absolute richest child in Nigeria is challenging due to the lack of verifiable financial records for minors, especially for wealth derived from family and inheritance.

However, based on public visibility and estimates from the entertainment and social media sectors, the following young stars are frequently cited as the wealthiest:

1. The Richest Entrepreneur/Socialite Child

• Mompha Junior (Muhammad Awal Mustapha)
  • Source of Wealth: Primarily inherited from his father, Nigerian internet celebrity and businessman Mompha (Ismaila Mustapha).
  • Basis for Fame: Known for his extravagant lifestyle, owning luxury homes, and a range of high-end vehicles (often shared on social media by his father) at a very young age.

2. The Richest Child Entertainers

Children who build their wealth independently through entertainment are also highly visible:

• Emmanuella (Emmanuella Samuel)
  • Source of Wealth: Comedy skits (Mark Angel Comedy), YouTube revenue, lucrative endorsement deals, and acting roles.
  • Basis for Fame: She gained international fame as one of the pioneers of Nigerian YouTube comedy, which led to a substantial income. She is one of the most consistently named richest child entertainers.
• Kiriku (Encomiible Kiriku)
  • Source of Wealth: Comedy skits, YouTube, and endorsement deals.
  • Basis for Fame: Another highly successful Nigerian child comedian known for his distinctive style and popularity on social media platforms.
• Success (Success Samuel)
  • Source of Wealth: Comedy skits (Mark Angel Comedy) and brand endorsements.
  • Basis for Fame: Emmanuella’s colleague who also built a major following and income stream from YouTube comedy.

Note: Net worth figures for children in Nigeria are almost always estimations and should be treated with skepticism, as they are not backed by official financial statements. The “richest” is often a reflection of who has the highest public profile and perceived wealth.