Who is Thompson Oranu?
Thompson Oranu is a legendary Nigerian highlife musician, producer, and filmmaker. He gained recognition as a musician for his unique style of romantic songs. Some of his hit songs include “Keep On Loving Me,” “Chi Chi,” “Baby You Carry,” and “Mebisiam” amongst others.
Thompson Oranu was born to his parents in Nnobi, Anambra State, in the eastern part of Nigeria. While his exact date of birth and age is unknown, some reports say Oranu is currently in his late 50s.
About Thompson Oranu’s origin
Musician Thompson Oranu is originally from Anambra State. The legendary highlife artist hails from Nnobi, a small rural town in Idemili South Local Government, Anambra State.
About Thompson Oranu’s parents and siblings
As of the time of publishing this article (November 2024), details regarding Thompson Oranu’s family background, including his parents and siblings are currently unavailable.
About Thompson Oranu’s educational background
Information on Thompson Oranu’s educational background is currently unavailable. Details about his academic qualifications and the institutions he attended are also scarce.
Thompson Oranu’s wiki profile
| Full Name | Thompson Oranu |
| Place of birth | Nnobi, Anambra State |
| Date of birth | N/A |
| Age | Late 50s |
| Origin | Nnobi, Anambra State |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Career | Highlife Musician |
| Marital status | Married |
| @oranuthompson |
How Thompson Oranu started his career
According to reports, Thompson Oranu started his career in the early 90s, marking his status as a legendary highlife musician. Thompson is known for his romantic music and contributions to the highlife genre. His career spanned the 1990s and 2000s before he took a hiatus from music. Years later, he made a comeback, transitioning to gospel music.
Is Thompson Oranu still alive?
Thompson Oranu is reportedly alive and well. Although his exact whereabouts are unclear, unconfirmed sources and social media comments suggest that the legendary highlife musician resides in Nnewi, Anambra State, where he is engaged in various business ventures. However, other reports claim that Thompson Oranu lives in his hometown, Nnobi, Anambra State, with his wife and kids.
About Thompson Oranu’s marriage and wife
According to reports, Thompson Oranu is married to his wife, Mrs. Oranu, although he keeps his family private. Unconfirmed sources, including social media comments, suggest that Oranu and his wife have children together.
About Thompson Oranu and Iwuala Chinyere Jane‘s relationship
Rumors of a possible romantic relationship between Thompson Oranu and Iwuala Chinyere Jane began circulating after she played the role of his girlfriend in his music videos. Iwuala Chinyere Jane is a musician, entrepreneur, and video vixen. However, she is more popular in the media for her appearances in Thompson Oranu’s music videos. In fact, she has featured in almost all of Thompson’s music videos.
Some years ago, speculations surfaced on the internet regarding Iwuala Chinyere Jane and Thompson Oranu’s music video “Think Twice,” which depicted a blood covenant. The rumors claimed that the pair had passed away due to the video’s content. However, in July 2024, Iwuala Chinyere Jane debunked the rumors in a TikTok video. The female musician assured fans that both she and Thompson were alive and doing well. Iwuala also revealed that the essence of the music video was to raise awareness about the implications and dangers of blood covenants.
About Thompson Oranu’s current details
As of the time of publishing this article (November 2024), Thompson Oranu currently resides in Anambra State with his wife and children. The musician is reportedly alive and well. He continues to inspire fans through his music, available on his YouTube channel (@ThompsonOranu) and other streaming platforms.
