Wrestler Profile

Oba Femi

Oba Femi is a ruler by physique and demeanor alike — the Nigerian-born, track-and-field-built colossus whose NXT dominance announced WWE's next great big man. His uncontested cash-in and North American Championship reign showcased a rookie wrestling with a veteran's economy.

As NXT Champion, he ruled with throne-room presentation and staggering displays — catching finishers mid-air, tossing challengers like luggage — while matches against Trick Williams and Je'Von Evans balanced spectacle with structure.

Femi profiles as the rare prospect whose ceiling discussions include the word WrestleMania unironically. WrestleRanks voters rank the Ruler on inevitability: some monarchies are simply obvious.

Promotions

Oba Femi is associated with WWE (2024–2026).

PWI rankings history

Oba Femi has been ranked in the PWI 500 2 times, first at No. 53 in 2024 and most recently at No. 14 in 2025. The highest placement is No. 14, reached in 2025.

Placements by year: 2024 (No. 53), 2025 (No. 14).

Compiled from the annual rankings published by Pro Wrestling Illustrated. See the 2025 edition.

Oba Femi in the WrestleRanks rankings

Oba Femi is tracked as a powerhouse on WrestleRanks. WrestleRanks standings are decided one week at a time, from fan voting and editor input. Read more about how our rankings work, or see the live, interactive profile with weekly rank history and voting on the Oba Femi ranking page.

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