Fewa Otedola, the only son of Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola, lives with autism spectrum disorder, a condition that his family has shielded from the public eye even as his sisters dominate entertainment and fashion headlines. Born on 2 June 2000, Fewa turned 26 in 2026, and his father again celebrated him publicly, calling him "a great blessing to our family." His condition came to light in 2004 when his mother, Nana Otedola, gathered her three daughters to share the news of Fewa's special needs.
Early Life and Family Background
Fewa Otedola was born in London, United Kingdom, and hails from Lagos State in south-western Nigeria. He is the youngest of four children: his sisters are Tolani Otedola, a singer; Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, better known as DJ Cuppy; and Temiloluwa Elizabeth Otedola, an actress and blogger. His father, Femi Otedola, is a Nigerian business tycoon and the largest shareholder in First HoldCo (formerly FBN Holdings), as well as the former majority owner of Geregu Power.
The Otedola family is one of Nigeria's most recognisable dynasties, with business interests spanning energy, real estate, and finance. While his sisters have built public careers—DJ Cuppy as a disc jockey and philanthropist, Temi as an actress known for the 2020 film Citation—Fewa has remained largely out of the spotlight, a choice his family has deliberately made to protect his privacy.
Understanding Fewa's Autism Spectrum Disorder
Fewa Otedola lives with autism spectrum disorder, a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication and social receptivity. The condition can present heightened sensitivity to sensory stimulation and often requires significant attention and support from parents, teachers, and siblings. His mother, Nana Otedola, first noticed unusual traits in him as a baby, but the condition was confirmed when he was about four years old.
In 2004, Nana gathered her three daughters and delivered the news of Fewa's special needs. This revelation had a profound impact on the family, particularly on his sisters, who quickly embraced their roles in supporting and caring for their younger brother. The family's approach has been to celebrate Fewa openly on special occasions while keeping the day-to-day details of his life private.
Family's Unwavering Support and Public Celebrations
Fewa's family has consistently shown him unconditional love. On his 25th birthday in June 2025, both his father and DJ Cuppy took to social media to celebrate him. DJ Cuppy used the milestone to raise awareness about autism, writing: "I want to use my brother's 25th birthday TODAY to raise awareness for autism. Fewa Otedola is autistic, and he's one of God's greatest gifts to our family. His joy and pure heart remind us every day that love needs no words."
In April 2017, on World Autism Day, Temi Otedola shared a deeply personal account of growing up with Fewa on her JTO Fashion blog. She described the daily challenges of caring for him, noting that her mother often helped him with simple yet exhausting activities like brushing his teeth, feeding, and getting dressed. Temi also emphasised that Fewa had grown more independent and is the "most genuine and caring person," adding, "This is probably why I have never seen Fewa's autism as necessarily and totally negative."
Temi further revealed that she builds her life around her brother, saying, "No matter what I do, I need to build my life with Fewa in mind. My parents won't be around forever, and his care and well-being will become the responsibility of me and my sisters." This commitment underscores the family's long-term dedication to Fewa's welfare.
Femi Otedola's Wealth and Fewa's Inheritance
Fewa stands to inherit a remarkable legacy. Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola's net worth hit $2 billion for the first time, as confirmed by Forbes' Real-Time Billionaires tracker on 19 September 2026. His father's key sources of wealth include FBN Holdings Plc, where he holds about 27.6% as the single largest shareholder, and Geregu Power Plc, where he sold his majority stake in 2025 for about $750 million while retaining about 5%. He also holds real estate assets across major cities and private equity investments.
Fewa is currently based in the United Kingdom, where he attends school. His occupation is not publicly known, consistent with his family's approach to keeping his life private. Social media users have praised DJ Cuppy for using her platform to bring attention to autism, which still faces stigma and misunderstanding in many parts of Africa.
