I Once Sold ‘Aboniki’, Face Towel In Traffic, Skit Maker Elesho Reveals

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1 year ago

August 31, 2023

Skit maker Yemi Elesho, son of veteran Yoruba comic actor Adewale Elesho, has opened up on his humble beginnings.

In an interview with media personality, Amina Atiaru, Elesho revealed he ran away from his father’s house at a young age to Ibadan, where he sold Aboniki balm and face towels for survival.

Elesho, in the video posted on Instagram Wednesday, also shed some light on the strained relationship between him and his father upon their first meeting at a young age.

The comic revealed he eventually ran away from his father’s house back to Ibadan, Oyo State, where he sold the analgesic, face towel, and a fizzy drink known as ‘Tampico.’

He said, “When I ran out of the house, I later left Elesho’s house. I left in 2011.”

Briefly cutting him short, the host asked if the comic’s father wasn’t upset after he ran away.

Elesho responded saying, “Only a person you see can express their anger.

“I left. I went to Iwo Road, Ibadan, where I sold face towels, Aboniki, and bread in the traffic.

“I also went to the University of Ibadan, where I sold Tampico just outside the school gate.”

The skit maker also disclosed that he learned how to operate an auto-rickshaw, known in Nigeria as ‘Keke,’ for business purposes.

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Why I’m now cautious about my interactions, professional endeavours – Tonto Dikeh

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16 hours ago

February 4, 2025

Seyi Babalola

Nollywood actress and politician, Tonto Dikeh, has reflected on the impact of maturity on her personal and professional life.

She stated that maturity has taught her to be more cautious about her interactions and professional endeavours.

The movie star explained that while she still maintains a discerning perspective, she now places greater value on remaining vigilant in her engagements.

In a recent Instagram post, Dikeh wrote: “As I mature, I’ve become more attentive to advice about exercising caution in my interactions and professional endeavors.

“While I still maintain a discerning perspective, I now place greater value on such counsel, remaining vigilant in my engagements.”

2025 Grammy: Your achievement is historic – Sanwo-Olu congratulates Tems

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2 days ago

February 3, 2025

Seyi Babalola

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has described the famous Nigerian songstress, Temilade Openiyi, a.k.a. Tems’ Grammy Awards victory as historic.

The governor in his congratulatory message on Monday afternoon, stated that Tems’ victory showcased her extraordinary talent and dedication.

Gatekeeper reports that Tems on Sunday night at the 67th Grammy Awards ceremony, won the Best African Music Performance award with her song ‘Love Me JeJe’.

Speaking in a post on his X handle, Sanwo-Olu wrote “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Temilade Openiyi @temsbaby, for winning the Best African Music Performance at the 2025 Grammy Awards with her song ‘Love Me JeJe’.

“This historic achievement marks her as the first Nigerian artist to win in this category, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication.

“I also commend our other Nigerian nominees, Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, and Davido for their outstanding contributions to music. Your artistry continues to elevate Nigeria’s presence on the global stage, and we are immensely proud of your accomplishments.”

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Peter Obi congratulates Tems on Grammy win

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2 days ago

February 3, 2025

Seyi Babalola

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has congratulated Nigerian singer, Tems, on her victory at the 67th annual Grammy Awards.

Gatekeeper reports that Tems’ ‘Love Me Jeje’ won the Best African Music Performance award over “Tomorrow” (Yemi Alade), “MMS” (Asake & Wizkid), “Sensational” (Chris Brown featuring Davido & Lojay), and “Higher” (Burna Boy), on Sunday.

Reacting in a statement shared via his X handle on Monday, Obi also celebrated the other Nigerian artists who were nominated in various categories despite missing out on the awards.

“I extend my hearty congratulations to our Nigerian Afrobeats star, Tems @temsbaby , who just secured her second Grammy Award with her win in the Best African Music Performance category.

“I also rejoice with Nigeria’s entertainment industry and other Nigerian artists who were nominated for different awards in their respective categories,” the statement partly read.

Obi reiterated that he’s committed to “building a nation that fosters growth among the youths and helps them discover and harness their individual talents for national productivity.”