Nigerian comedian, Akpororo who grew up in Warri, Delta State and relocated to Lagos in 2009 to hone his skill in comedy which gave rise to him being discovered by Basketmouth, has opened up on his life and career.
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While speaking in an exclusive interview with Nigerian Tribune, popular Nigerian stand-up comedian, Jephthah Bowoto better known as Akpororo, shared some revealing thoughts about his career and inspirations that many may not know.
Here are excerpts from the chat;
It’s been about seven years since you started and you have become one of Nigeria’s most sought-after comedians. What would you have to say about that?
I want to thank God for that first. Now, I have my own platform, which is Akpororo Vs Akpororo. I am happy with what God has given me: my family, the experiences. I thank God for His grace upon my life.
As a young comedian, would say that you encountered no challenges on your way up?
I am a man with favour and grace. My brother, I just give God the glory. With grace, there are no challenges. I am just favoured.
Omobaba recently talked about “godfatherism” as a factor in the comedy industry. What do you have to say about it?
I don’t know about that because I do not have any godfather. What I know is, as a new comedian, you must look for platform. If that platform is what he called “godfatherism” I don’t know. In spite of your talent, as a new comedian, you must locate the platform that will bring you out. And the truth is most of our senior colleagues have the platforms. So, you have to work hard and make sure they notice you before you can use their platforms. It is from their platform that people will know you and you will be able to get shows as well as build yourself.
