Can we meet you?
Am Olowoyo Olayemi popularly called Mc babahOror sp a.k.a the main eye of eledumare (woli bb) was born on the 17th of may two decades ago. Am a native of ijero ekiti,ekiti state. Am a graduate of mass communication at The Polytechnic, Iree, Osun state.
How did you get into comedy?
My love for comedy started from my primary school days, am loved by teachers then because when ever am asked to narrate Yoruba films to English People will be start Laughing, calling me alawada (comedian)
How did your parents react when you told them you were going to chose comedy over every other thing?
They have been really really supportive. They have really been great, especially with prayers and words of encouragement. To be honest, at first, they were skeptical about a career in comedy. Of course, as you know, every parent wants to be father or mother of a Doctor, Lawyer, or a Politician but choosing a career in comedy felt strange and new (to them). They had no choice but to give in when I remained resolute and convinced that a career in comedy was what I wanted to pursue.
So do you think Comedy is profitable enough in Nigeria to be a full-time career?
I am a comedian by choice, I am not
under duress. If comedy was not paying my bills, I would have dusted my
certificate (and used it to find paid employment) or learned a trade
long ago. make hunger no kill me, (laughs).
What are the Challenges You have experienced as a comedian in a city like Ibadan?
Challenge is only a bus-stop in Ibadan,
(laughs). Well, I believe whatever path you choose in life automatically
comes with challenges.So many but Grace speak always.I don't keep company and they don't like it. Comedians then were being priced like tomatoes
in a market. We used to get paid ridiculously low amounts for shows. I
have also been in situations where I crack jokes and people don’t laugh
or start to boo me. things are getting better these days though, thank
God for where we are.
Do you have role models in comedy industry?
Of course who doesn’t? I have a lot of comedians that I respect so much and look up to. There is Alli Baba, Gbenga Adeyinka, Omo Baba, Seyi Law and others too numerous to mention.
Do you have proteges, upcoming comedians who are looking up to you?
Yes, I have aspiring comedians that I
groom and mentor as I was mentored too. I have about two or three of
them that are signed to my label MAY17 ENTERTAINMENT and I give them opportunities to showcase themselves at my shows.
What has been your high point so far through your sojourn into comedy?
I had an indigenous pace setting show
in Ibadan every year, that is COMEDY BOX. It is something I have
always wanted to do and to God be the glory, it has always been a huge success.
Lately, there has been a lot of buzz on social media that another edition of this show is coming up this year.
Yes, the news is true. But this time around its COMEDY BOX. The 2017 edition
is coming up soon and promises to be fun. There will be a
long lineup of comedians, musicians and other talents to thrill people. COMEDY BOX is going to be bigger and
better , you all should watch out for it.
Any other project you are working on at the moment, that we should know about?
Yes, I have a lot of stuff coming up, I don't have secrets, working on my skit for a TV station. Some station requesting for it .
Asides from Comedy Box that will be coming up soon, I have a whole lot of other stuff
coming too. Just keep your eyes on ORC. That is all I will say for now.
How can fans connect with you?
You can follow me on IG @officialbabahororspcomedian
Fans page babah oror sp fanz and event.
Fans page babah oror sp fanz and event.
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