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Femi Ogunrombi was a well-known Nigerian actor, instructor, composer, producer, ethnomusicologist, and director of music and motion pictures (born between 1962 and 1964; died between ages 60 and 58). Papa Ajasco was another name by which he was well-known.

Due to his two-year stint as Papa Ajasco in the Wale Adenuga Productions Company television series “Papa Ajasco and Company,” he managed to maintain his notoriety. Through this event, he gained recognition throughout Nigeria. But this well-known artist is now deceased. He passed away on January 14, 2023.

How much was the net worth of Femi Ogunrombi?

According to reports that were released following Femi Ogunrombi passing, the seasoned music producer and actor had a net worth of $4 million USD.

His followers have seen him share glimpses of his opulent existence with the public on social media. Overall, he had a prosperous career, which increased both his net worth and his standing in the field.

What caused the death of Femi Ogunrombi?

Dr. Shaibu Husseini, a well-known figure in Nigeria who works as a theatre practitioner, journalist, and educator, provided some news regarding Femi Ogunrombi. Dr. Shaibu posted information about the veteran’s passing on Twitter.

“He wrote I have just been reliably informed that the ethnomusicologist, former music instructor with @NATIONALTROUPE and one-time stand-in for the ‘Papa Ajasco’ character on the popular @waleadenugaprod comic series ‘Papa Ajasco’ Mr. Femi Ogunrombi is dead,”

Mr. Mayowa Adenekan followed Dr. Shaibu’s well-known name in digital journalism and talent manager by sharing the news of Femi’s passing. But none of his sympathizers has revealed the cause of his passing. As he passed away on January 14, 2023, funeral arrangements will be announced in the coming days.

Biography (Early Years & Education)

In Nigeria, Femi Ogunrombi was born between 1962 and 1964. He already disclosed to media representatives his impressive educational background. Our investigation revealed Femi was a student at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), which was discovered after his passing. He attended OAU to study drama and music. He discovered The Ayoro Voices while finishing his studies at OAU. Between 1980 and 1983, this group of him remained well-known among OAU students.

In addition to this, numerous accounts about him that surfaced after his passing claimed that he had a nursing degree and was a licensed registered nurse. He attended the General Hospital in 1975 to receive medical nursing training. He worked as a nurse at General Hospital as well.

But a tragedy he experienced while working in the hospital’s Medical Emergency department compelled him to change careers. He afterwards went on to work for a long time as a medical officer at Atlantic Textile Mills. He developed a thirst for music success in the same year, 1975.

Parents, Family & Siblings

Some of his siblings would still be alive in the Femi Ogunrombi household in 2023. However, we don’t know if his parents are still alive. They could have passed away years ago. Olufunke Omodele Ogunrombi, Ogunrombi Samson, Esther Ogunrombi, Seyi Ogunrombi, Bukky Ogunrombi, Bayo O’Brian Ogunrombi, and other names of his close siblings are among those he revealed on his Facebook page.

Marriage, Wife & Children

Grace Ogunrombi was the name of Femi Ogunrombi’s wife. On her Facebook page, Grace Ogunrombi disclosed that she is a self-employed individual. It’s possible that Femi and Grace wed earlier in the 1990s. Their three lovely girls were born as a result of their marriage.

We have a photo of Femi, his wife, and his three daughters. However, details regarding his three daughters will only become known in the following days.

Career

Numerous people might be surprised by Femi Ogunrombi’s career. He was a good musician and played effectively.He had previously worked for Chris Ajilon and Item Udoh at EMI Music Studios. Peco Colete and he also worked together. Later, he collaborated on projects with Leji Oyewole, Billy Wright, Emma Arinho, and Epifanio Joseph.

In 1994, Mr. Femi started teaching music at the National Troupe of Nigeria, and in 1998, he was promoted to director of music. Numerous opportunities were presented to him by his experience as a filmmaker.

In 1998, he planned and oversaw the National Choir. But he stopped working as a music director for the government at the end of 1998.

Prior to appearing on the TV show Papa Ajasco and Company in 2006, Femi had been a musician for 25 years. He spent two years working on the show and built a sizable fan base. After he left Papa Ajasco, he went back to music and started making Nigerian music.

Facts About Femi Ogunrombi

• He was famous for his character Papa Ajasco because of his different dressing style, tie, and briefcase.
• In 1999 he began serving in the government sector.
• From 1999 to 2002 he was advisor Lagos State Council for Arts under Chief Mrs. Idowu Shonubi.
• He also remained an advisor in 2014 for The Ekiti State Council for Arts and Culture under Mrs. Yetunde Fosudo.
• Later he worked as an advisor at the Cross River State Council for Arts and Culture, under, Late Bassey Effiong.
• He was honored for composing more than 20 National Songs.
• In 1995 for his great music, he won an award.
• He was honored with Gold Plaque and Diploma Certificate in Creative Composition in North Korea for composing a song in the Korean language.
• Even after living the Papa Ajasco show, he remained friends with Ayoyinka.

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