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| Ajebo | |
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| Birth name | Erem Emeka Nehemiah |
| Born | 16 May 1987 Lagos State, Nigeria |
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| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Genres | |
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Erem Emeka Nehemiah (born 16 May 1987), widely known by his stage name Ajebo is a Nigerian comedian, animator and entrepreneur. He is the founder of House of Ajebo Animation Studios, the creator of the comic character Tegwolo, and the children's educational entertainment platform, JENI AND KENI. He is also the host of the Ajebo Unleashed comedy show.[1][2][3][4]
Early life and education
[edit]Ajebo was born and raised in Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria. He developed a passion for comedy and storytelling at an early age. He attended Nigerian Navy Secondary School, Abeokuta and finished in 2004, He proceeded to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he studied Mass Communication between 2006 and 2010.[5]
His comedic journey began during his Secondary School and University days, where he gained prominence as a stand-up comedian, He later bagged a Masters in Mass communication in 2016 at The University of Lagos.[6]
Career
[edit]Erem was music club president while in Secondary school, he also served as drummer, a member of the drama group and the Choir in church.
He started performing in churches and Parties after Secondary School. His first paid event was hosting a wedding at 14 where he was paid N4,000. He went by the stage name MCErem. At his early stage, he got support from his parents, his mom paid him stipends for every free Gig he performed just to encourage him, his father also allowed him to use his Toyota Corolla car to go for events. Other comedians nicknamed him "Ajebo" a Nigerian slang used to describe someone born into wealth.[7][8][9]
In 2006, he hosted the eviction party of the reality TV Show "Next Movie Star" He got into the University the same year and became a widely recognized campus entertainer. He joined the campus radio "Lion FM" in 2007 where he had his first radio Show "Nawao!! With MCErem" which he hosted consecutively till graduation in 2010. He also worked with RhythmFM Awka for about a year before moving back to Lagos.[10]
He rebranded and changed his name from MCEREM to AJEBO. He started working with NaijaFM, Lagos in 2011, in 2016 when he resigned to fully run his animation production Start-Up.[11]
Ajebo gained widespread recognition as a stand-up comedian when He won the AY's Open Mic Challenge in 2009 and performed at all AY's shows.[12]
He later started his live comedy show "Ajebo Unleashed" in 2014 and he has hosted 11 Successful editions for the past 11 years. Some notable entertainers that have graced the stage are Davido, AY, Peruzzi, Olamide, Patoranking, Spyro, Kcee, Simi, Yemi Alade amongst others.[13][14] In 2023, he celebrated the 10 years anniversary of the show with the theme 'Gretness Edition' featuring Moses Bliss.[15][16]
Animation and storytelling
[edit]Ajebo started creating animated skits in 2013, blending observational humour with relatable Nigerian experiences, his videos went viral and in 2013 he started his YouTube channel which currently has about 2.2M subscribers.
In a bid to preserve and promote African culture, Ajebo founded House of Ajebo Animation Studios, which specializes in creating animated content that tells African stories through humour. The studio's most popular series, "Tegwolo, Champion of Warri" humorously portrays the life of a mischievous Nigerian child, resonating with audiences across Africa and beyond.[17][18]
Ajebo also created JENI AND KENI, a children's learning and entertainment platform that combines Afro-fusion Nursery rhymes, storytelling and animation to educate and entertain young audiences.[19]
Recognition and impact
[edit]He was listed among Top 50 Youtubers in Nigeria by Ynaija[20] and Top 10 creators on Youtube by New Telegraph.[21]
In 2024, CNN featured his projects on its program African Voices change makers, highlighting his efforts to redefine African storytelling through animation and humour.[22]
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Award | Year | Recipient(s) | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nigerian Entertainment Awards | 2014 | Himself | Funniest comedian of the year | Nominated | |
| City People Entertainment Awards | 2014 | Himself | Award of Special recognition | Won | [23] |
| The Humour Awards | 2022 | House of Ajebo | Best Comedy Animation brand | Won | [24][25] |
| 2023 | Won | ||||
| Social Media Awards | 2024 | Himself | Animated Skit Maker of the Year | Won |
Personal life
[edit]Ajebo married Uchenna Kalu in 2018,[26][27][28] and they have three children together.[29][30]
References
[edit]- ^ www.premiumtimesng.com https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/635519-interview-why-i-created-famous-tegwolo-cartoon-character-comedian-ajebo.html?tztc=1. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - ^ Samuel, Olajide (18 April 2020). "Stand-up comedians not competing with those on Instagram –Ajebo". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ^ "Why We Are Telling the African Story Using Tegwolo — Emeka Erem – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 26 October 2024. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ^ Metibogun, Shade (28 December 2024). "Comedian Ajebo Advises Artists on What to do With Money Instead of Spending it on Cars, Fans Kick - Legit.ng". www.legit.ng. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Admin, New Telegraph (28 October 2023). "Ajebo Comedian: I'm Building Disney In Africa". New Telegraph. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Nwafor (28 October 2023). "I was a prayer point for my mother while growing up - Comedian Ajebo". Vanguard News. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ^ Nation, The (15 May 2021). "Ajebo: I earned my first pay as a comedian at age 14". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Rapheal (18 November 2023). "My mum made me her prayer point because I was stubborn growing up –Emeka Erem a.k.a Ajebo". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ "I Don't Make Any Decision Without My Wife – Ajebo – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 8 May 2021. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Emelike, Obinna (30 October 2023). "'I am building Disney of Africa with Ajebo House, Tegwolo series'". Businessday NG. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (4 August 2016). "Comedian Ajebo Quits his Job as a Naija FM OAP to Start his Animation Company". BellaNaija. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ^ Gloria, Promos in Nigeria By (14 January 2013). "WINNER OF HONDA EOD IN AY COMEDIAN OPEN MIC COMPETITION". Promos in Nigeria. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ "Olamide, Ice Prince, Patoranking, others set to thrill guests at comedy concert | Pulse Nigeria". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Nwafor (7 September 2019). "Comedian, Ajebo shuts down Eko Hotel". Vanguard News. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ sunnews (16 June 2023). "Comedian Ajebo dedicates 10th anniversary to fans". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ "Ajebo Dedicates 10th Anniversary Show to God – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ "How Ajebo created a niche for himself in the Nigerian comedy industry using animation". 17 April 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2025.
- ^ Nation, The (12 May 2021). "Ajebo: Primary school mate inspired Tegwolo's character". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Ganiu, Olaitan (26 October 2024). "Ajebo speaks on creating 'Jeni and Keni' for children". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ YNaija (30 May 2024). "TOP 50 YOUTUBERS IN NIGERIA » YNaija". ynaija.com. Archived from the original on 14 January 2025. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Telegraph, New (5 December 2021). "Broda Shaggi, Ajebo, Mr Macaroni make top ten best videos on YouTube". New Telegraph. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Lee, Lauren (21 October 2024). How two creators are changing the edutainment narrative for children in Africa through animation | CNN. Retrieved 29 January 2025 – via edition.cnn.com.
- ^ "2014 City People Entertainment Awards: Complete Winners List And More Pictures". THE SPYE NEWS. 23 June 2014. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Okogba, Emmanuel (18 January 2023). "Nkem Owoh, Real Warri Pikin, Mr Macaroni bag The Humour Awards 2023". Vanguard News. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Nwafor (27 May 2023). "Ajebo celebrates 10th anniversary show in grand style". Vanguard News. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ "Pre- Wedding Photos Of Comedian Ajebo". Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ "Comedian Ajebo breaks down in tears as he exchanges wedding vows with his beautiful bride Uchechi Kalu (Video)". Linda Ikeji's Blog. 21 July 2018. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (18 May 2018). ""I found you, I found love" – Comedian Ajebo & Fiancée Uchechi are counting down to #MeetTheAjebos2018". BellaNaija. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Lawrence, Alabi (21 December 2019). "Comedian Ajebo welcomes a baby girl with his wife, Uchechi". YabaLeftOnline. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Malik, Jay (28 February 2023). "Ajebo and wife welcome third child". GistReel. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
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