Renowned Afrobeats singer Kingsley Okonkwo, popularly known as KCee, recently shared intimate details about his family during an engaging episode of the Tea With Tay podcast, hosted by media personality Temisan Emmanuel. In a candid and heartfelt conversation, KCee shed light on his lesser-known family dynamics, revealing that he comes from a large family of seven siblings�and that Lagos socialite and billionaire businessman Emeka Okonkwo, famously known as E-Money, is actually his youngest brother.
The conversation arose as the host, Temisan, brought up the public curiosity surrounding the Okonkwo family. While KCee and E-Money have long been in the limelight�KCee for his chart-topping hits and flamboyant music persona, and E-Money for his lavish lifestyle and business ventures�little is known about the rest of their family. Many fans have often assumed that the popular duo were either the only siblings or the only public-facing members of their household.
Clearing the air, KCee said, �We are seven children in total�four girls and three boys. E-Money is actually the lastborn in the family. People always think it�s just me and him because we�re the ones in the public eye, but that�s not the case.�
KCee went on to speak with admiration and respect about his elder siblings, particularly his eldest brother, who has chosen a path far removed from the glitz of fame and social media. �Our first son is a pastor based in Abuja. He�s a very quiet man, very humble, and deeply committed to his ministry. He doesn�t care for social media or the limelight. He just minds his business and serves God,� KCee explained.
He also shared insights about his four sisters, all of whom, he said, are happily married and leading fulfilling lives away from the celebrity spotlight. �One of my sisters lives in Italy with her family,� he noted, underscoring the global spread and diverse lifestyle choices of the Okonkwo siblings.
When asked why the public primarily associates the family with only him and E-Money, KCee attributed it to their unbreakable bond and shared visibility. �For me and E-Money, we�re incredibly close. We grew up together, we hustled together, and we support each other through everything. Because of that closeness�and the fact that we�re both in the spotlight�it sometimes feels like it�s just the two of us. But behind the scenes, we�re part of a very close-knit, big family.�
KCee�s rare glimpse into his private life has since sparked intrigue among fans, many of whom took to social media to express surprise and admiration at the revelation. For years, the Okonkwo brothers have captivated Nigerians with their showbiz dominance and entrepreneurial success, but this newfound insight adds another layer of humanity and humility to their public image.
Fans and followers now see the famous duo not just as celebrities but as members of a grounded, traditional family with strong values, diverse paths, and a deep sense of loyalty to one another.
The episode has also earned praise for its refreshing tone, with listeners applauding KCee for his openness and sincerity. In a world where public figures often guard their personal lives, KCee�s willingness to share his story offered a welcome glimpse into the roots of one of Nigeria�s most celebrated entertainment families.
