Emmanuel Obruste, better known as GehGeh, is a popular self acclaimed Nigerian financial coach, content creator, and entrepreneur from Delta.
He is known for his funny skits and for advising people (mostly young Nigerian men) on how to prioritize their personal growth and finances over women.
He popularized the terms “Had i known is the last comment of a fool,” “You go cry,” “Opueh” among many others which are commonly used in videos and memes on social media.
If you’ve been curious to know more about him you’re in luck, because on this article we have covered everything about GehGeh’s biography, how he became popular online and how he is making his money in 2025.
| Full Name | Emmanuel Obruste |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | GehGeh |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of Birth | May 6, 1995 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Place of Birth | Warri |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Occupation | content creator, entrepreneur |
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Net Worth | ₦300 million – ₦500 million |
| Related Personalities | Broda Mike, 10 Naira. |
Early Life and Family Background
GehGeh whose real name is Emmanuel Obruste, was born on May 6, 1995 in Warri, Delta State, Nigeria.
He was raised in a humble Christian family background by his parents.
His father Mr. Obruste who was a teacher and school principal in Delta, died shortly after GehGeh gained admission into university. His mother was a local farmer who worked hard to support him.
Details about his siblings are limited, but the he often notes that his childhood and teenage years were tough.
Education
Gehgeh attended his primary and secondary school in Warri, but dropped out of university after the death of his father.
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How Old is GehGeh?
GehGeh is 30 years old as of 2025. He was born on May 6, 1995.
How Did He Become Famous?
Although from a poor background GehGeh did not allow his circumstances to define him. He started to make videos advising people on how best to spend their money and tagged himself a “financial expert” and the “richest man in Delta”
He slowly made a name for himself by calling out popular Nigerian celebrities like Burna Boy, Wizkid, Nons Miraj, and others on Facebook over their lavish lifestyles instead of investing in landed properties and business which he calls a “financial mistake”.
GehGeh’s breakthrough would come in 2024 as his controversial content would be re-shared by the likes of Tunde Ednut, GossipMill and other Nigerian blogs.
He also engaged in online trolling with Saidaboj, another controversial social media influencer who he dissed in a song he titled “Saidaboj ToTo” .
As his brand grew, the would receive massive support from his fans and many celebrities including Don Jazzy. Since then, he has collaborated with other top content creators like Ogb Recent, Oga Sabinus and most recently Peller and Jarvis.
GehGeh’s Net Worth
GehGeh’s net worth in 2025 is estimated between ₦300 million – ₦500 million naira, which is equivalent to $210,000 – $350,000 dollars in today’s exchange rate. He is one of the Nigeria’s richest TikTok influencers currently.
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Sources of Income
Live streaming & Gifts
Live streaming on Tiktok is his main source of revenue in 2025. He earns money when fans gift him which is converted and paid to him in Dollars. In a single session in August 2025, Gehgeh made over $30,000 (₦47,000,000 Million) after reaching his all time highest of over 379k live stream viewers during his online university class.
See Peller Source of Income and Earnings.
Real Estate
Gehgeh also has real estate investment, his hotel (Celebrity Hotels) generates millions in revenue for him every month.
Brand Promotion & Endorsements.
Paid brand promotion also constitute an important source of his wealth. He recently singed an endorsement deal with Betfuse and Perrypays, though exact contract figures were not made public, they run into the million given his influence and audience size. He also promotes street wear brands on his official social platforms.
Speaking/paid appearances
GehGeh also gets paid to appear or speak at events like club and lounge opening. Apart from the agreed fees the hosts pay him, fans also spray him huge sum of money because they love him very much.
House
Gehgeh built his house in his home town of Warri between 2024 and 2025. He revealed that the project cost him millions of naira.
Cars
In September 2025, GehGeh bought his first car, a red 2019 Mercedes Benz GLE 43 Coupe which is worth over ₦80 million naira. He announced the car purchase in an Instagram post, asking his fans to congratulate him.
He had previously posted a Mercedes-Benz G‑Wagon but it later discovered that the car belonged to Nigerian comedian OGB recent.
Other properties
In addition to his house and car, GehGeh also owns a Hotel, the name is Celebrity Hotels and it is located in his hometown of Warri in Delta. Don Jazzy had famously donated some money to him to boost the building project.
Personal Life
Despite the fact that he is always in the public eye, he interestingly keeps details of his private life away from the public.
Is GehGeh Married?
No, GehGeh does not have a wife yet and has dispelled rumors of him being married. Recently, he dismissed a viral photo showing a lady said to be his girlfriend, calling it an AI‑generated image and asked people to stop sharing it.
Controversies
While he enjoys admiration from fans he also faces criticism as well. His use of vulgar and sometimes derogatory terms to describe woman has been a main point of backlash for him with many ladies tagging him a ‘misogynist’.
Lifestyle Issues and Government Inquiry
His recent show off wealth caught the attention of the Nigerian authorities. According to Geh Geh he was quizzed by law enforcement regarding his taxes and lifestyle after the the video of him making over $30,000 in a single live stream session went viral.
What is His University About?
”GehGeh University of wisdom and understanding” is a daily online school which was launched by the influencer in August 2025. He teaches young Nigerian men how to prioritize their personal financial growth rather than spending on women on his live streams which usually begins by 3 p.m. daily.
In August 2025, a single session pulled 25,000+ students live, and many celebrities including comedian Sabinus were in attendance.
His format is simple and loud: short, quotable lines that trend fast and keep people coming back for the next class.
Conclusion
From his humble background in Warri to becoming a celebrated content creator, Emmanuel Obruste has proven that with hard word and consistency, one can achieve just anything. He mastered the act of stirring up conversations online and today, he is reaping the fruits of his struggles as one of the top rated tiktokers in Nigeria today.
