Quick Info
| Profession | Bodybuilder |
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| Nationality | Nigerian, British |
| Date of Birth | 11/03/1986 |
| Age | 40 years |
| Birthplace | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Samson Dauda
27/09/2026
Samson Dauda placed second at the 2026 Mr. Olympia in Las Vegas, finishing behind American bodybuilder Nick Walker, who claimed the title. He confirmed the result on Instagram and said he had come to win but was proud of the physique he brought to the stage. The runner-up finish gave him another podium at the event after his 2024 title.
13/12/2025
Dauda finished fourth at the 2025 Mr. Olympia, one year after winning the title, a result that surprised many observers. In the off-season that followed he posted physique updates showing a much heavier, fuller build ahead of the 2026 season.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname(s) | The Nigerian Lion |
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| Famous for | Winning the Mr. Olympia competition in 2024, becoming the first bodybuilder of Nigerian descent to win the title |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'11" (180 cm) | ||||||
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| Eye Color | Black | ||||||
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Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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| Tattoo(s) | Left Arm |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Wife/Spouse | Marlena Dauda |
Family
| Father | Patrick Dauda |
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| Mother | Helen Dauda |
| Spouse | Marlena Dauda |
| Pet | Cerberus (Dog) |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Samson's father belongs to the Edo tribe while his mother is from the Igbo tribe. | |
| 2. He was born in Nigeria and relocated to the United Kingdom as a teenager. | |
| 3. Samson was athletic from a young age, participating in football and hockey during his childhood. | |
| 4. He began playing rugby as a teenager for a local club. | |
| 5. His interest in bodybuilding sparked after he encountered American bodybuilder Phil Heath at the 2013 Mr. Olympia. | |
| 6. After completing his college education, he worked various construction jobs before fully committing to bodybuilding in 2020. | |
| 7. He is known as the first bodybuilder of Nigerian descent to achieve the Mr. Olympia title. | |
| 8. Marlena Gustowaska, his wife, has been his coach since he embarked on his bodybuilding career. | |
| 9. An animal lover, he owns a dog named Cerberus. | |
| 10. Over the years, he has increased his lean mass by over 35 kg, moving from 102 kg at the start of his competitive career in 2014 to 137 kg in 2024. | |
| 11. After completing his college education, he worked various construction jobs and as a care home maintenance worker before fully committing to bodybuilding in 2020. | |
| 12. Marlena Dauda, his wife, has been his coach since he embarked on his bodybuilding career. | |
| 13. He earned his IFBB Pro card in 2017 after winning the overall title at the IFBB Amateur Diamond Cup Rome. | |
| 14. He has amassed nearly 1 million followers on social media where he shares fitness tips and advice. |
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