Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk ( born 31 October 1986 ) , known mononymously as Iyanya , is a Nigerian recording artist and performer . He rose to fame after winning the first season of '' Project Fame West Africa '' , and is best known for his hit single " Kukere " . He co-founded the record label Made Men Music Group with Ubi Franklin in 2011 . He released his debut studio album , '' My Story '' , in 2011 . It was supported by the singles " No Time " and " Love Truly " . '' Desire '' , his second studio album , contained the singles " Kukere " , " Ur Waist " , " Flavour " , " Sexy Mama " , and " Jombolo " . He won the Artist of the Year award at The Headies 2013 . In October 2016 , Iyanya announced via Instagram that he signed a record deal with Mavin Records after signing a management deal with Temple Management Company months before . He first announced his intentions to leave Made Man Music Group in July 2016
The Headies 2013
The Headies 2013
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