Sulaimon Shekoni Solomon, professionally known as Khaid, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and rapper. He became famous with his hit song “With You” after signing with Sydney Talker‘s Neville Records in 2022. This song marked his first appearance on the Nigeria TurnTable Top 50 chart, reaching number 48 on February 14, 2022.
Khaid’s Profile
| Full Name | Sulaimon Shekoni Solomon |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | Khaid |
| Date of Birth | December 10, 2004 |
| Age | 19 years old |
| Hometown | Shibiri, Ojo, Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Parents | Mr. Shekoni (Father), Mrs. Shekoni (Mother) |
| Siblings | Seven |
| Education | Ola Greater Tomorrow School |
| Profession | Singer, Songwriter, Rapper |
| Record Label | Neville Records |
| Debut Single | “With You” (2022) |
| Notable Works | “Diversity” (Album, 2022), “SKI”, “Amala”, “Jolie”, “Carry Me Go” |
| Net Worth (2024) | $500,000 |
Early Life and Education
Khaid was born on December 10, 2004, making him 19 years old as of 2024. He grew up in a well-settled family in Shibiri, Ojo, Lagos State. Holding Nigerian nationality, Khaid practices Christianity.
He attended Ola Greater Tomorrow School for his primary and secondary education, graduating in Ojo, Lagos State.
Family and Personal Life
Khaid’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Shekoni. His father was a tailor, and his mother was both a teacher and a hairstylist. He has seven siblings and is currently unmarried and presumed to be single.
Career
Khaid started singing in secondary school while juggling various street jobs, including working as a mechanic, painter, and barber. He began posting freestyles on Instagram, one of which went viral and caught the attention of Sydney Talker. Sydney offered him a recording deal and introduced him as the first artist under Neville Records in January 2022. Khaid’s debut single “With You” was released on January 28, 2022, peaking at number 48 on the Nigeria TurnTable chart.
In May 2022, Khaid released his debut album, Diversity, featuring six tracks. His career includes several hit songs such as “SKI,” “Amala,” “Jolie,” “Carry Me Go,” “Anabella,” “Forever,” and “Marry,” featuring artists like Boy Spyce and Shallipopi.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Khaid’s net worth is estimated to be $500,000.
