Kizz Daniel's Bodyguard Kelvin Power Opens Up About Difficult Tenure with Billionaire Mike Adenuga's Family
Kelvin Atobiloye, widely recognized as Kelvin Power in fitness and security circles, has revealed challenging details about his professional history before becoming Afrobeats singer Kizz Daniel's trusted bodyguard. In a candid interview with The PUNCH, the security professional disclosed that he once worked for the household of Nigerian billionaire businessman Mike Adenuga, chairman of Globacom and Conoil.
Working Relationship with Bella Adenuga Proved Challenging
According to Kelvin Power, his employment with the Adenuga family eventually ended due to persistent disagreements and dissatisfaction from Mike Adenuga's daughter, Bella Adenuga. The fitness enthusiast explained that despite working directly under the "Bull" himself at his residence, ongoing tension made his position increasingly untenable.
"I was working with Adenuga's daughter, Bella, but it seemed nothing I did pleased her," Kelvin stated during the interview. "One day, she sent me back to her father's compound. I then started working with Adenuga directly. But she still had issues with me, so I eventually had to leave."
The bodyguard detailed that he initially worked directly under Bella Adenuga, putting considerable effort into his duties, yet feeling that his performance never met her expectations. As time progressed, the strain began affecting his work environment significantly.
Transfer to Mike Adenuga's Residence Didn't Resolve Issues
At one point, Bella reportedly reassigned him to her father's residence, where he began working as part of Mike Adenuga's personal security team. However, according to Kelvin, this transfer did not resolve the underlying issues, as Bella remained dissatisfied with his performance even within the billionaire's compound.
The security professional emphasized that the ongoing dissatisfaction from the family ultimately made his position unsustainable, forcing him to make the difficult decision to leave the employment.
Departure Coincided with Personal Struggles
Kelvin Power revealed that his departure from the Adenuga household occurred approximately ten years ago during what he described as a particularly dark period in his life. The fitness expert was simultaneously dealing with the painful loss of his mother and facing significant financial instability, making the job transition especially challenging.
"Leaving the job meant starting over at a moment when life already felt uncertain," he explained, highlighting how personal struggles compounded the professional difficulties he faced.
Career Progression After Adenuga Employment
Following his departure from the Adenuga household, Kelvin continued working in the private security sector, eventually being introduced to Afrobeats star Kizz Daniel through a professional security company. This connection led to his current high-profile position as the singer's trusted bodyguard.
Social Media Reactions to the Revelation
The interview sparked various reactions across social media platforms, with users expressing diverse opinions about Kelvin's decision to speak publicly about his former employers:
- @Jaydjudah commented: "If he was really professional he wouldn't have said this... If you aren't comfortable with any job just quit."
- @xybox noted: "A billionaire and his family have consistently tried to stay out of gossip and the news, but one former bodyguard is singing like a canary."
- @henriugochukwu wrote: "My only concern here is financial crisis and you still working with adenuga ommoh"
Mike Adenuga's Continued Financial Success
Meanwhile, financial reports indicate that Mike Adenuga's business empire continues to thrive. At the end of 2024, Forbes estimated the billionaire's net worth at $6.8 billion, ranking him as the 448th richest person globally. This represented a $700 million increase from previous valuations, attributed to the resilience and diversification of his business interests in oil extraction and telecommunications.
Despite currency declines affecting many African countries including Nigeria, Adenuga cemented his position among the continent's wealthiest individuals and maintained his standing among the world's 450 richest people during the reporting period.
