Born and brought up in Lagos into the family of Pa Shuarau Bolaji Sanni and Mary Akanbi Sanni of Apomu, Osun State, Abdullateef Kehinde Oriyomi Sanni has carved a niche for himself in the world of Islamic music.
His interesting childhood experience had initially shaped his interest in music, Fuji music specifically. At age 10, little Oriyomi would go from street to street with his cronies, singing without beat or any musical instrument until it got to a point where he could afford some instrument and his fuji music gradually became a force to be reckoned with.
Abdul-Lateef Kehinde Oriyomi Sanni, switched from fuji music to the Islamic genre some 15 years ago. This transition was ascribed to his living a holy life and being in the midst of God-fearing people. So, He believes using his musical skills to praise Almighty Allah will positively influence his lifestyle and draw him closer to God as well as other believers because he dislikes people with unholy lifestyles.
Oriyomi broke out with his classic album titled "Epemi" in 2007 and has gone ahead to delight his fans with five bodies of works and numerous of joint album. His music is inspired by everything about the world and hereafter, and he ascribed his creativity and inspiration to the Almighty God.
One of the memorable moments in Oriyomi's life is his first time on a flight to Saudi Arabia for Umrah and Hajj respectively. This, obviously, reshaped his faith as a believing Muslim.
Oriyomi is very optimistic about the Nigerian dream, and hopes to see the current electricity distribution deficit in the country being addressed. He believes if this is tackled, all other good things would fall in place, especially for the masses.
Abdullateef Kehinde Oriyomi Sanni is a complete gentleman and devoted family man.
His family is his closest and cherished treasure and he cares for them all.
He is happily married to a beautiful and God-fearing wife, and there union has been blessed with wonderful children — 2 boys and 2 girls.
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