From bank teller to hitmaker: Mayorkun celebrates 10-year career milestone

By Kelu Musa

Afrobeats singer, Mayowa Emmanuel, popularly known as Mayorkun, has marked 10 years in the music industry.

The singer announced the milestone via his verified X handle, sharing photographs alongside a brief message on the social media platform.

He wrote: “10 year’s! 1 Mayor”

He was also promised a Cybertruck by Davido, who expressed his love and pride in the singer’s journey and accomplishment in the music industry.

Mayorkun began his music career in 2016 after signing with Davido Music Worldwide (DMW). He gained prominence the same year with his debut single, “Eleko”.

He later released two studio albums, The Mayor of Lagos (2018) and Back in Office (2021), alongside several hit singles.