This is the biography of Isaac Odugbesan Oba Femi, Nigerian wrestler who is making headlines recently after historic win in his WrestleMania debut against Brocklesnar on Sunday, 19th April, 2026.
In less than five minutes during his WrestleMania debut on Sunday, Nigerian professional wrestler Isaac Odugbesan, better known by his stage name Oba Femi, defeated ten-time WWE Champion Brock Lesnar. The match, which was one of WrestleMania 42’s main events, ended dramatically when the 27-year-old Nigerian defeated the veteran. After the fight, Lesnar left his wrestling equipment in the ring, a move that is commonly interpreted in professional wrestling as a declaration of retirement.
Oba Femi Background
Born on April 22, 1998, Oba Femi was born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria to Maria and Niyi Odugbesan. He has liked professional wrestling since he was six years old. His favorite wrestlers are Triple H and The Undertaker. Odugbesan went to the University of Lagos, where he won ten shot put medals in the Nigerian University Games Association during his first year in 2016. He moved to the United States in the fall of 2017 to go to Middle Tennessee State University on a track and field scholarship.
Oba Femi State of Origin
Oba Femi hails from Lagos, Nigeria.
Oba Femi Career and Journey into WWE
Oba Femi started out as a professional shot putter in high school, competing in track and field. In 2017, he got a student-athlete scholarship to Middle Tennessee State University because of his skills. This chance made it possible for him to come to the US.
In 2021 and 2022, Femi won the SEC Indoor Shot Put Championship, and in 2022, he won the SEC Outdoor Championship. After that, he moved to the University of Alabama.
Femi later moved into the world of professional wrestling, which he has loved since he was a child.
When he signed up for the WWE NIL Recruitment program in December 2021, his boyhood dream came true. He soon made his NXT debut at NXT Level Up on November 18, 2022. His victory in the 2023 NXT Men’s Breakout Tournament at New Year’s Evil was the pinnacle of his quick ascent through the NXT ranks and laid the groundwork for a successful year. He quickly cashed in on his deal, winning the NXT North American Championship in January 2024 after defeating Dragon Lee.
After that, he set a new record of 273 days, surpassed Wes Lee’s previous record, and proved his superiority by defending the championship against strong opponents including Dijak, Wes Lee, Tony D’Angelo, and even Raw’s Ivar. His incredible 30-match winning streak ended in October 2024 when he lost the title to Tony D’Angelo.
But that failure only strengthened his resolve to be successful. After winning the 2024 Iron Survivor Challenge, he formally entered the main event spotlight. His greatest achievement was winning the NXT Championship at New Year’s Evil 2025 by defeating Trick Williams. His title reign continued with his tenacity and intensity inside the ring after a controversial victory over Je’Von Evans at Heatwave 2025.
His transition phase can go as smoothly as possible in an industry that is in need of new faces with the departure of John Cena, CM Punk, and others. Oba Femi is the ideal candidate to be added to the company’s primary roster because of his strength and in-ring skills.
Additionally, Oba Femi’s NXT promos have solidified his status as a dynamic performer in the ring who can be utilized as both a heel and a babyface.
Age
ENigeria Newspaper can confirm that Oba Femi is 27 years of age.
Marriage
Oba Femi is not married as at the period this information is written.
Net worth
As of early 2026, Oba Femi is estimated to worth between $200,000 and $500,000.
