Kingsley Otu is a Nigerian writer, motivational speaker, entrepreneur and philanthropist. He holds a B.A in Linguistics and Communication Studies from the University of Port Harcourt. Given to multitasking, he takes special interest in helping individuals, especially youths and young adults discover their potentials. Together with a characteristic singing voice, he fuses motivational speaking with life coaching and mentorship, organising success seminars across the nation.
Born on January 16, 1987 in Ikom, Cross River state, Southern Nigeria, Kingsley grew up in a polygamous home. His parent’s are chief Patrick Otu Onyam (a businessman) and Rosemary Afu Owan (a Veterinary Doctor). He received his primary education at Navy Primary School, Port Harcourt, and thereafter proceeded to Cateville International School for his secondary education. Kingsley began to show interest in music from early childhood. At age 10, he was incorporated into his local church choir as one of the lead singers.
In the coming years he delved into several successful business ventures including real estate. After having observed the rate of deterioration of the formal educational system in Africa, he became actively involved in creating awareness for self-education, spearheading several advocating bodies for human capital and capacity development. In 2009, he attended a public conference in which Nelson Ichrene was a speaker. Astounded by Nelson's "wit and ingenuity", they exchanged pleasantries after the sessions and went on to become allies. Over the years, their friendship became intimate and in 2013, together with others, established the LHO.