King Tea
Born
Babatunde Emmanuel Taiwo

(2000-06-07) June 7, 2000 (age 24)
EducationHarvard University (dropped out)
OccupationCEO of Tea Group of Companies
Years active2016-present
Known forEntrepreneur and Music executive
Parents
  • Soji Taiwo (father)
  • Olufunke Taiwo (mother)

Emmanuel Babatunde Taiwo, popularly known as King Tea, is a Nigerian-born entrepreneur, artist, and industrialist who has swiftly expanded his brand's influence across Europe from his US base. Born on June 7, 2000, in Ikeja and with roots in Abeokuta, he's the driving force behind Tea Group of Companies, Kings and Queens Furniture, and Tea Music World.[1]

Career Highlights

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Emmanuel initiated his music and entertainment journey in 2011, propelling artists through his Tea Music World label. The imprint played a pivotal role in launching the careers of artists such as Lyta, Fireboy DML, Danny S, MartinsFeez, and IBNL.[2]

After relocating to the US in 2015, he diversified into various sectors, establishing Kings and Queens Furniture and venturing into Logistics Management. Notably, in 2020, amidst the pandemic, he launched 'Talks With King Tea,' a live talk show featuring influential guests like his father Soji Taiwo, Kolawole Ajeyemi, Kunle Afod, and Kemi Akorede.[3][4][5]

Emmanuel Babatunde Taiwo, King Tea, epitomizes the fusion of entrepreneurship and artistic talent, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment and business landscape both in Nigeria and internationally.[6]

References

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  1. ^ sunnews (2019-07-23). "Entertainment, business, empowerment are utmost priority for me-". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
  2. ^ Onikoyi, Ayo (August 19, 2022). "Nigerian expands frontiers, makes Africans proud in US". Retrieved August 28, 2023.
  3. ^ "From Entertainment To Real Estate, How Emmanuel Taiwo Is Making Big Impacts – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". independent.ng. 19 August 2022. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
  4. ^ Reporter, Our (2022-01-16). "King Tea starts 2022 on a big note". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2023-08-28.
  5. ^ "Amp – Thisdaylive".
  6. ^ Portal, Web (August 25, 2021). "King Tea opens up on life as a record label owner, entrepreneur in the US". Retrieved August 28, 2023.