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Oba Femi

Oba Femi is a Nigerian professional wrestler signed to WWE, where he has performed on the NXT brand and later on Raw.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Oba Femi is a Nigerian professional wrestler signed to WWE, where he has performed on the NXT brand and later on Raw. He is a former two-time NXT Champion, a former NXT North American Champion, and the 2026 King of the Ring. His real name is Torioluwa Oshiumi Isaac Odugbesan, and he was born in Lagos, Nigeria.

Professional wrestling career

Oba Femi signed with WWE and debuted in 2022. He became a prominent NXT performer, winning the NXT North American Championship and later the NXT Championship twice.

Championships and accolades

His major accolades include the NXT North American Championship, two NXT Championship reigns, the 2024 Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge, and the 2026 King of the Ring.

In-ring style

Femi is presented as a dominant power wrestler with a large frame and heavy offense. WWE describes him as 'The Ruler,' reflecting his commanding character presentation.

Background

He was born in Lagos, Nigeria. Public sources identify him as a former shot putter before his professional wrestling career.

Key facts

  • Oba Femi is a Nigerian professional wrestler signed to WWE.
  • He has won the NXT Championship twice and the NXT North American Championship once.
  • WWE lists his height as 6 ft 6 in and his weight as 310 lb.
  • His signature finishing move is Fall from Grace.
  • He won the 2026 King of the Ring tournament.
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Canadian context

Oba Femi has been covered by Canadian-facing sports and entertainment outlets because of WWE’s broad popularity in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Oba Femi?
Oba Femi is a Nigerian professional wrestler signed to WWE. He is known for his run in NXT and for winning multiple championships.
How old is Oba Femi?
He was born on April 22, 1998, which makes him 28 years old as of 2026.
Oba Femi real name
His real name is Torioluwa Oshiumi Isaac Odugbesan.
Oba Femi height
WWE lists Oba Femi at 6 ft 6 in (198 cm).
Oba Femi NXT
Oba Femi was a major NXT performer, where he won the NXT North American Championship and became a two-time NXT Champion.
Oba Femi finisher
His finishing move is Fall from Grace.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oba_Femi
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth, nationality, WWE brand, and championship history.
  2. WWE — https://www.wwe.com/superstars/oba-femi
    Supports: Height, weight, hometown, brand, championships, and official WWE profile information.
  3. Netflix Tudum — https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/oba-fami-wwe-raw-superstar-bio
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth, height, weight, signature move, and debut year.
  4. Pro Wrestling Fandom — https://prowrestling.fandom.com/wiki/Oba_Femi
    Supports: Finishing move and wrestling profile details.