British YouTuber With Over 8.2 Million Subscribers, Comedian, Beta Squad Co-Founder & 2021 London Mayoral Candidate

Niko Omilana is a British YouTuber, comedian, and 2021 London Mayoral candidate celebrated for his daring pranks, sharp humour, and fearless creativity. Founder of the Niko Defence League and the popular Beta Squad, he has accumulated over 8 million subscribers on his main channel and millions of views across all of his content. Known for his elaborate social experiments and bold stunts – including infiltrating major boxing events – Niko has become one of the UK’s most recognisable online personalities. His satirical edge, originality, and influence have redefined digital entertainment, inspiring a new generation of creators to challenge convention and think boldly.

Credentials and Impact

Niko’s journey began in 2011 when, at just 13 years old, he started uploading FIFA gameplay videos and comedy skits to YouTube. His originality, humour, and fearlessness quickly drew attention, propelling him from a young creator into one of the UK’s most recognisable digital entertainers. In 2019, he co-founded the Beta Squad alongside Chunkz, AJ Shabeel, Sharky, Darkest Man, and King Kenny. As both a founding member and creative force, Niko helped transform the group into one of Britain’s leading collaborative YouTube collectives, known for their high production quality and engaging, personality-driven content.

In 2021, Niko made national headlines by running as an independent candidate in the London Mayoral Election, securing nearly 50,000 votes and placing fifth overall. In 2024, he captured global attention again with his bold UK general election prank – encouraging people to legally change their names to “Niko Omilana” so that multiple candidates with his name appeared on ballots nationwide.

Today, Niko continues to lead creative projects with the Beta Squad, collaborate with major brands, and expand his entrepreneurial ventures. He is the founder of Shades by Niko, his own sweets brand, reflecting his evolution from entertainer to innovative business personality, influencing youth culture and modern media.

Publications and Media

Niko Omilana has been featured extensively across major outlets, including BBC News, Sky News, The Guardian, and VICE, for his creative campaigns and viral pranks. His media presence extends beyond YouTube, with appearances on popular television shows such as The Celebrity Traitors. Niko’s distinctive blend of humour, satire, and social commentary has made him a frequent subject of discussion in documentaries and interviews exploring digital culture and youth influence.

Why Book Niko Omilana?

Booking Niko Omilana brings unmatched energy, creativity, and influence to any event. As a speaker, guest, or collaborator, he captivates audiences with his quick wit, authenticity, and ability to connect across generations—particularly with younger audiences who grew up engaging with digital media. Niko’s journey from a teenage creator to one of the UK’s most recognisable online personalities offers valuable lessons in innovation, persistence, and brand building.

He provides a unique perspective on the power of creativity, digital storytelling, and audience engagement, blending humour with insightful commentary on modern culture and media. His experiences—from running in national elections to leading major online movements—highlight his ability to merge entertainment with social awareness. Whether for a conference, panel, campaign, or brand activation, Niko delivers a dynamic presence that inspires audiences to think boldly, act authentically, and embrace the possibilities of modern digital influence.

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