Erigga | |
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| Also known as | PaperBoi, 2 seconds, Eribaba, New Money |
| Born | Erhiga Agarivbie (1987-03-30) 30 March 1987 |
| Genres | Hip hop|Folk Rap |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2008–present |
| Labels | Area to the World Emirate Empire1 |
Erhiga Agarivbie (born 30 March 1987), better known by his stage name Erigga, is a Nigerian rapper and singer born and raised in Delta State.
Early life and education
Erhiga Agarivbie was born on 30 March 1987 in Warri, Delta State, where he grew up with his family. He is the first of five children. He attended Standard International School for both primary and secondary levels.
Career
Erigga began his music career in early 2010. He has worked with several producers, including Mr Nolimit, C Major, Beatsbymellow,2 and Even Prinx Emmanuel. Erigga's first musical release was "Mo Street Gan". The music video for the song was shot in Nigeria, directed by AKIN Alabi.3 The song became Radio Continental's theme song.
In 2013, Erigga released "Coupé Décalé ft Shuun Bebe". TV stations endorsed the music video for the song in Nigeria. In early 2014, he released another single titled "Love No Be Garri", featuring Jimoh Waxiu.
On 17 July 2017 Erigga released his album A Trip To The South which includes Orezi, Skales, Duncan Mighty, and many others.4 In 2018, Erigga released another hit single titled "Motivation" featuring Victor AD. This song has gained over a million views on YouTube.5
In 2019, Erigga released his highly anticipated project "The Erigma 2" Album. The body of work, "The Erigma 2" has 18 tracks with guest appearances from Victor AD, Zlatan, Magnito, MI Abaga, Ice Prince, Vector and others. The Erigma 2 album has production credits to Mr Nolimit, C Major, KO Beat, Kulboy Beats, Doka Shot, Lex Amazing, Prinx Emmanuel and co-productions from Beatsbymellow. The Album was mixed and mastered by Mr Nolimit. 6
In 2025, he won Best Rap Album at The Headies for "Family Time"7
Awards and nominations
| Year | Event | Prize | Nominated work | Result | Ref |
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| 2025 | The Headies | Best Rap Album | "Family Time" by Erigga | Won | 8 |
| 2019 | The Headies | Best Street Hop Artiste | Erigga for "Motivation" (feat. Victor AD) | Nominated | 9 |
| 2012 | Erigga for "Mo Street Gan" | Nominated | 10 | ||
| Lyricist on the Roll | Nominated |
Discography
Studio albums
| Title | Details |
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| The Erigma |
The Erigma11
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| Okorowanta |
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| A Trip to The South |
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| The Erigma II |
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| Before The Chaos EP 12 |
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| Family Time 13 |
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References
References
- "Famous Warri rapper Erigga signs multi-million Naira deal with Emirate Empire". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. 29 November 2016. Retrieved 29 November 2016.
- "'Being Committed to One Person is a Beautiful Thing' – Erigga Says". 20 April 2021.
- "Get Familiar: Erigga – Mo Street Gan". 360Nobs. Retrieved 3 December 2011.
- "ERIGGA HAS RELEASED HIS "A TRIP TO THE SOUTH" ALBUM". Pulse Nigeria. Archived from the original on 10 November 2018. Retrieved 20 July 2017.
- "'Erigga is best rapper Nigeria has got at the moment'". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. 31 August 2018.
- Stachoice (14 September 2022). "[Album] Erigga – The Erigma 2 » Okhype". Okhype. Archived from the original on 8 November 2023. Retrieved 8 November 2023.
- "Headies Award 2025 winners full list: Davido, Odumodu BLVCK, Tems, Rema and odas wey win for di 17th edition". BBC. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- "Headies Award 2025 winners full list: Davido, Odumodu BLVCK, Tems, Rema and odas wey win for di 17th edition". BBC. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- "Headies 2019: Here are all the winners at the 13th edition of music award". Pulse Nigeria. 20 October 2019. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
- "2012 NigPsquare, Bez lead Headies 2012 nominees list". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. 28 August 2012. Retrieved 2 March 2012.
- "The Erigma". Apple Music.
- "Before the Chaos-EP". Apple Music. 14 May 2021.
- "Erigga – "Family Time" – Spotify". Spotify.com.