In this Pankeeroy biography, we will look at his career, fraud case, pranks, Education, age, career, and net worth.
Nwagbo Chidera Oliver popularly known as Pankeeroy is a Nigerian actor, Model, dancer, Content creator, and comedian. He is known for his famous skit, “Storm”, and he has also worked alongside a lot of other popular artists such as Nasty Blag, Sydney Talker, and Zfancy.
Pankeeroy bio-data in full details
- Full name: Nwagbo Chidera Oliver
- Nickname: Pankeeroy
- Gender: Male
- Date of Birth: January 22, 1996.
- Place of Birth: Lagos State.
- Age: 27 years old as in 2023
- Nationality: Nigerian
- State of Origin: Anambra State, Nigeria
- Occupation: comedian, content creator, social media influencer.
- Marital status: Single
- Religion: Christianity
- Net worth:$100,000
Pankeeroy’s Early Life and Education
Pankeeroy was born on the 22nd of January 1996 to the family of Mr and Mrs Nwagbo in Anambra State. Details about his family members such as his siblings and parents are not publicised. Pankeeroy studied computer science at Redeemers University in Osun State.
Pankeeroy was born in Lagos State but is from Anambra State, he grew up in Surulere the same area as Simi and Wizkid. Entertainment has always been something he loves, so at an early age, he had the goal of acting in the Nollywood industry.
Pankeeroy Career
Although Pankeeroy’s goal was to be part of the acting industry, he decided to start with dance and modeling. When he started his modeling career, he was featured as “Hautey of the Week” on Metrogypsie.
In January 2019, he was featured on the cover of Vasitylife magazine and also modeled for a lot of other companies which he shared on his Instagram page.
Pankeeroy had the thoughts of becoming a caterer but he chose dance and comedy because it was part of who he is. He started uploading his comedy skits on his Instagram page and YouTube channel which helped him to gain recognition.
He started getting popular and admitted that he didn’t know which of his videos brought him to fame. He started by making comedy skits to performing on stage alongside other top celebrities.
Pankeeroy admitted that his most memorable comedy was the one performed live in Dubai in the presence of thousands of people. The better part, his performance was a great success.
In 2021, he released his first skit album titled, “The Storm”. The album contained a TikTok video, a dance video, and a short film.
Pankeeroy’s famous comedy shows
- Buga vibes
- The Storm featuring Elenu Lasisi
- When you never disappoint
- Lapse
- When it finally breaks
- The moment you receive money
- Workout Gone wrong
- Love at second sight
- The massage therapist
Pankeeroy’s brand endorsements
- Dantex Bakery and kitchen equipment
- Auxwell Musical
- 1xBet: A betting platform
- Socially: A Nigerian social media agency
- Oraimo: An international tech company
- Ekeima Wellness Center: A Health and Wellness center that treats several illnesses
- New age: Nigerian mobile accessories brand also endorsed by Don Jazzy
- iPhone Plug Nigeria
- Zona Gadgets
- Jtech Global resources: A financial service company that deals with cryptocurrency and gift cards.
- Smirnoff x1
- Payporte Campus
Pankeeroy’s Award
Scream Award for Fresh Model of the Year 2016.
Pankeeroy Controversies
In 2019, Pankeeroy was arrested for alleged conspiracy, computer-related fraud, and OBT by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. He was arrested alongside 34 other fraudsters at James Court Lekker, Lagos State Nigeria.
EFCC gave the names of those arrested alongside Pankeeroy and they are, Orapitan Segun, Oladunjoye Olawale, Ibrahim Olanrewaju, Wasiu Sola, Olamiposi Damilola, Isiaq Olamilekan, Abel Junior, Emmanuel Martins, Timilehin Jesse, Kelvin Kendal, Omotola Emmanuel, Rasaq Farouq.
Oyelere Shakiru, Timileyin Damilare, Kelly Nwanou, Adedeji Olayinka, Balogun Ibrahim and Makinde Benjamin.Chinedu Christian, Gafar Adedamola, Chuka Richard, Dibo Samson, Rotimi Damilola, Habeeb Damilola, Afolabi Michael.
Adekanbi Adeola, Emeka Egwuatu, Adeyemi Olumide, Awokoya Iyaniwura, Efunnuga Samuel, Samson Egwuatu, Gbemileke Simeon, Omoyemi Owolabi, Farouk Olatunde.
During the arrest, EFCC recovered a Mercedes Benz AMG GLE worth 36 million and the investigation also revealed that Pankeeroy possessed a blockchain account worth over 22.3 million.
Pankeeroy Released from prison
On May 28, 2021, he was released from prison and all claims laid against him were cleared. In his release statement, it stated that the bitcoin found was earned by Pankeeroy during the Covid-19 pandemic. It also mentioned that no property was seized.
Regarding his release, below is the statement written by Whitestone Solicitors and Consultancy:
“Our Client further appreciates the love and support received from all/sundry and categorically restates his commitment to living a crime-free life.
Finally, we would like to state that notes of various defamatory notes and statements have been well noted (Particularly those fake news that his vehicle and wallets were confiscated, etc) and the course of proper legal machinery shall be activated in due course.
Thanks for your unending support to the “Pankeeroy’s brand”. He is solidly back”.
Pankeeroy’s cars
Below I some of Pankeeroy’s cars
- Rolls-Royce
- Bentley
- Toyota
Pankeeroy’s House
The talented comic star has not mentioned anything about his house or if he possessed any.
Pankeeroy’s social media account
- Instagram:@pankeeroy
- Twitter:@PankeeRoy
- TikTok:@official_pankeeroy
Pankeeroy Net worth
His net worth is estimated to be around $100,000.