Who Is Ben Okri? — Ben Okri Biography, Age, Net Worth & Facts
Ben Okri is a Nigerian author, poet active in the Literature & Writing space. This page includes biography, quick facts, timeline, works, awards, style, business & endorsements, philanthropy, verified links, and FAQs.
- Quick Facts
- Early Life & Education
- Career Highlights
- Timeline
- Major Works
- Discography / Filmography / Portfolio
- Awards & Recognition
- Style & Influences
- Instruments / Mediums / Tools
- Business & Endorsements
- Philanthropy & Causes
- Net Worth
- Verified Links
- FAQs
- Trivia
- Sources
Quick Facts
| Name | Ben Okri |
|---|---|
| Sector | Literature & Writing |
| Profession | Author, Poet |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Genres / Styles | Fiction, Poetry |
| Notable Works | The Famished Road; Astonishing the Gods |
| Last Updated | 2025-09-13 |
Early Life & Education
Summary of Ben Okri’s background, early training, and formative influences. This section expands as reliable sources are added.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough: First significant release, exhibition, role, or project.
- Collaborations: Key collaborators, mentors, and crews.
- Recent: Latest tours, shows, commissions, awards, or releases.
Timeline
| Year | Milestone | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Early life & education | ||
| Debut / first breakthrough | ||
| First major award / charting | ||
| Recent activity |
Major Works
Highlights include: The Famished Road; Astonishing the Gods. Full list with dates and roles to follow.
Discography / Filmography / Portfolio
A structured table will be inserted here with Title • Role • Label/Studio • Year • Notes.
Awards & Recognition
Awards, nominations, chart records, residencies, and major commissions will be listed with citations.
Style & Influences
Overview of themes, techniques, influences, and critical reception.
Instruments / Mediums / Tools
Common instruments, materials, or production tools used in the subject’s work.
Business & Endorsements
Brands, partnerships, entrepreneurial ventures, and ambassadorships (to be verified).
Philanthropy & Causes
Charity projects, foundations, benefit performances, and ambassador roles (when verified).
Net Worth
Net worth figures, when available from reputable publications, will be summarized with context. Estimates vary across sources.
Verified Links
- Official website
- Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook
- YouTube, TikTok, Spotify, Apple Music (where applicable)
- IMDb / Artfacts / Artnet / Discogs (where applicable)
FAQs
What is Ben Okri known for?
Key contributions within literature & writing as a author, poet.
Where can I follow Ben Okri?
Check the verified links section above for official profiles.
Trivia
- Short, verifiable facts will be added here.
Sources
- Official sites & press kits
- Reputable interviews & publications
- Industry databases and charts
We update profiles as new verified information is available.