Kolu, popularly known as Kolu Wahala, is a Nigerian content creator, Tiktoker, streamer and social media entertainer from Abia State.
In his short rise to prominence, he has built a strong online following, collaborating with top entertainers like Portable, Peller and Nigerian comedian Carter Efe, creating content that trends on Instagram and TikTok.
In this article, we’ll break down key details about the one and only Kolu Wahala: from his biography to his family background, career, collaborations, net worth, controversies, and personal life.
| Name | Hamza Kolu |
| Nicknames | Kolu Wahala, Hamza Cheeboy |
| Age | 32 years |
| Date of Birth | 1st of December, 1993 |
| State of Origin | Abia |
| Profession | Content Creator, Streamer |
| Residence | Lekki, Lagos |
| Height | 5’4 (162cm) |
| Related Creators | 5 Naira, 10 Naira |
| Net Worth | ₦7 Million – ₦14 Million |
| @kolu_wahala, @hamzacheeboy |
Early Life and Age
Kolu Wahala whose real name is Hamza Kolu, was born on the 1st of December, 1993. He is 32 years old and the first born in a family of ten children.
His mother passed away when he was young, and his father later remarried.
Growing up in a challenging family environment, he was forced to hustle for himself from an early age.
Kolu’s early hustle began in Abuja, where he reportedly survived through begging and small jobs.
His personality eventually caught the attention of musician Portable, who brought him to Lagos.
Career
Kolu’s career began when singer Portable brought him to Lagos and signed him to his Zeh Nation label.
He worked under Portable’s wing for a time, but eventually left because of mistreatment. According to the , this included being overlooked and even physically abused when he asked for money.
After leaving Zeh Nation, he met entertainer Carter Efe, who was gaining popularity as a streamer, and began appearing on his livestreams.
The duo created a lot of online content together, which attracted thousands of views.
Around the same period, he also started taking his own social media seriously, regularly posting on Instagram beginning in January to build his personal brand.
Since then, he has collaborated with several notable Nigerian entertainers, including Mandykiss, Portable, Carter Efe, Peller, and others, expanding his reach across different audiences.
He has also ventured into music, releasing his latest single titled “I Need Money,” which is available for fans to stream.
Following his public fallout with Carter Efe, he shifted focus to producing more solo content and teaming up with other content creators.
Net Worth
Kolu wahala’s net worth in 2025 is estimated between ₦7 Million – ₦14 Million which is around $5,000 – $10,000.
This estimate comes from his earnings as a content creator, collaborations with popular entertainers, and brand influencing.
As his brand continues to grow, especially through social media, collaborations, and potential music or endorsement deals, his income is expected to increase over time.
Personal Life
Outside his online career, he is known for his social personality. He often spends his free time clubbing with his friends. He is currently single, has never been married or had children.
Much of his creativity comes from these casual hangouts, where he and his circle brainstorm, plan skits, and create content that later appears on his social media pages.
Kolu also has a reputation for being involved in plenty of fights and arguments, both online and offline. Because trouble always seems to find him, many fans say his nickname “Kolu Wahala” fits him perfectly.
Controversy
Dispute with Portable (Zeh Nation)
Kolu first entered major public controversy through his turbulent relationship with singer Portable, under whose record label, Zeh Nation, he was previously signed but later said he was mistreated and bullied, which made him leave the label.
The issue quickly became public when Portable accused several entertainers, including Carter Efe and Peller, of “snatching” Kolu from him and allegedly exploiting the young streamer.
Conflict with Peller Over Money
Another major controversy arose between Kolu and tiktoker Peller. According to Kolu, Peller transferred N300,000 to him as a birthday present.
However, when he did not immediately respond with a “thank you,” Peller demanded the money back, promising to replace it with N500,000 instead. He complied and returned the N300,000, but the promised N500,000 never came. He later expressed disappointment, accusing Peller of using him for content.
He also had a notable fallout with comedian and musician Carter Efe.
Carter Efe claimed he supported Kolu with over N500,000 during their livestreams, but he denied this, saying that although Carter Efe donated during streams, he never actually paid him fairly for the content they created together.
Conclusion
In all, Kolu has grown from Portable’s boy into a fast-rising online entertainer. Despite the drama around him, he continues to build his brand, and push his content to a wider audience.
