Tania Omotayo is a Nigerian Instagram star, model, brand ambassador, and entrepreneur.
She is the founder and creative director of Ziva Lagos, a fashion brand that designs and makes clothing and jewelry for women.
She was also one of the pioneers of Temple Management Company, a talent management and events company. She is known for her beauty, style, influence on social media, and former relationship with popular musician Wizkid.
Profile
- Full name: Tania Omotayo Teller
- Date of birth: June 14, 1991
- Age: 33 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigerian-Austrian
- Profession: Instagram star, model, brand ambassador, entrepreneur
- Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
- Parents: Mr. Teller (father), Mrs. Teller (mother)
- Siblings: None (only child)
- Spouse: Olasunmbo Olawale Winfunke
- Children: Sarai Winfunke
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: $1 million
Early Life & Education
Tania Omotayo was born in Nigeria on June 14, 1991, to a Nigerian mother (Yoruba) and an Austrian father. Her surname is Teller, but she uses her middle name, Omotayo, which means “joy has come” in Yoruba. She is the only child of her parents, who divorced when she was young.
She spent most of her childhood in Nigeria, where she attended Grange School in Ikeja, Lagos. She later moved to the United States, where she studied at the Art Institute of Atlanta and obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising. She is currently 32 years old (as of 2024).
Personal Life
Tania Omotayo’s life has been a subject of interest and speculation for many fans and followers. She once had a long-term relationship with Wizkid, a popular Nigerian musician.
They started dating in 2008 and went public in 2013, but they broke up in 2016 after Wizkid had a second child with another woman. Rumors, controversies, and breakups often plagued their relationship, but they remained friends after their split.
Tania Omotayo is now happily married to Olasunmbo Olawale Winfunke, the co-owner of Buzzbar, a prominent Lagos lounge and restaurant.
They had their traditional wedding in October 2018 and welcomed a baby girl named Sarai in March 2019. Tania Omotayo often shares pictures and videos of her husband and daughter on her Instagram account, with over 1.2 million followers.
Tania Omotayo does not have any biological siblings. Still, she has a close relationship with her cousin, Funke Fowler, a fashion entrepreneur and the founder of Leila Fowler Boutique. Tania Omotayo often refers to Funke as her sister on social media.
Career
Tania Omotayo has a diverse career history in media, public relations, modeling, acting, and fashion. She started her career as a media and public relations executive in Lagos while pursuing her modeling and acting career.
She has appeared in commercials, magazines, and music videos like Wizkid’s “On Top Your Matter” and “In My Bed.” She has also been featured on the cover of magazines such as Complete Fashion, Mania, and Genevieve.
Tania Omotayo was one of the pioneers of Temple Management Company (TMC), a leading talent management and events company representing artists such as Iyanya, 9ice, and DJ Jimmy Jatt.
She worked as the head of media and talent relations at TMC, where she helped to organize and promote various events and projects.
Tania Omotayo is also the founder and creative director of Ziva Lagos, a fashion brand that designs and makes clothing and jewelry for women.
She launched Ziva Lagos in December 2016 to create affordable, quality fashion items celebrating African culture and style.
She has showcased her collections at various fashion shows and exhibitions, such as the Lagos Fashion and Design Week, the GTBank Fashion Weekend, and the Africa Fashion Week London. She has also collaborated with brands and celebrities like Pepsi, MTN, and Naomi Campbell.
Tania Omotayo has received several awards and recognitions for her career achievements and contributions. She made the Forbes Africa Under 30 list in 2018 for being creative.
She also won the ELOY Award for Fashion Entrepreneur of the Year 2018. She was nominated for the Future Awards Africa Prize for Fashion in 2019.
Net Worth
According to various sources, Tania Omotayo’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million.
She earns income from various career endeavors, such as her fashion brand, modeling and acting gigs, and brand endorsements.
Controversy
Tania Omotayo has been involved in controversies and scandals in her career and personal life. Some of the most notable ones are:
Her relationship with Wizkid was often controversial, as they faced many challenges and criticisms from fans and the media. They were accused of cheating, lying, and breaking up several times.
They also had to deal with Wizkid’s other baby mamas and children, who sometimes clashed with Tania Omotayo on social media.
She was once accused of stealing the designs of another fashion brand, Oyemwen, and passing them off as her own. She denied the allegations and claimed she had never seen or heard of Oyemwen. She also threatened to sue the accuser for defamation and slander.
She was once rumored to be dating Tiwa Savage‘s ex-husband, Teebillz, after being spotted together at a club. She denied the rumors and said they were just friends and business partners.
She also said she had nothing to do with Tiwa Savage and Teebillz’s divorce.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @taniaomotayo
- Twitter handle: @TaniaOmotayo
