Papaya Ex, whose real name is Abike Halima Raheem A.K.A (Arab Money) was born on January 9, 1994, in Lagos State, Nigeria, but traces her roots to Oyo State. She was brought up in a Muslim Yoruba household alongside her sister, Yomidun Raheem Aishat, who is also active on social media. She had her primary and secondary education in Lagos and is said to have attended the University of Lagos. From an early age, Papaya Ex nurtured a deep interest in fashion, media, and entertainment, passions that eventually paved the way for her rise as a TV host, actress, and prominent social media influencer.

Relationship

Papaya Ex has never publicly confirmed being in a relationship or marriage. While she has often been linked to different men in online rumors ncluding speculation about dating fellow influencers and even being tied to a “married lover” scandal none of these claims have been verified. She generally keeps her love life private and focuses on her career and brand collaborations.

Career Path

Papaya Ex began her career in the media industry as a TV host and producer with GoldMyne around 2015, before moving on to anchor Style Street on ONTV, a fashion focused program. She later transitioned into content creation and social media influencing, building a reputation through bold, entertaining, and often controversial posts on Instagram and YouTube, where she also hosts celebrity interviews.

In 2019, she stepped into acting, featuring in short films and skits, and gained wider attention with her role in the 2020 short film Two Way Street. By 2025, she made her official cinema debut in the film Owambe Thieves, marking the start of her “actress era.” Alongside acting and influencing, Papaya Ex has signed brand ambassador deals with companies like Zedapex Academy and Zikel Cosmetics, cementing her status as one of Nigeria’s most visible fashion and lifestyle influencers. She has built a massive online presence, with her Instagram account boasting over a million followers

Networth

Papaya Ex’s current net worth is about $1 Million. A midpoint that balances her influencer income, brand deals, acting career, luxury vehicles, and occasional real estate interests.

Cars and Properties

One of the most talked about aspects of Papaya Ex’s lifestyle is her impressive taste for luxury rides. Over the years, she has built a reputation for owning and showcasing highend vehicles. Her garage reportedly includes:

• Lexus GX 460

• Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

• Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

• Toyota Land Cruiser Prado TXL

• Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC

Papaya Ex doesn’t just buy cars for herself she has also made headlines for gifting vehicles to fans during her lavish giveaways, proving that her cars are not only personal assets but also part of her branding strategy.

When it comes to properties, her lifestyle and brand positioning implies she invests in high value assets in Lagos, and also she has interests in real estate as part of her growing portfolio, it is believed that part of the higher net worth estimates take into property investments alongside her luxury cars.