Akpororo Explained
| Akpororo |
| Birth Name: | Bowoto Jephthah Oluwatiseyifumi Tanimola |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Occupation: | stand-up comedian, vocalist and actor |
Bowoto Jephthah Oluwatiseyifumi Tanimola, popularly known as Akpororo, is a Nigerian stand-up comedian, vocalist and actor.[1]
Early life and career
Akpororo is a native of Ilaje, Ondo State, southwest Nigeria but he was born and brought up in Warri, a city in Delta State, south-south Nigeria where he had his early education.[2] His career started off as a local gospel musician until in 2008 when he went into the National Comedy Challenge by Opa Williams and went on to win the Calabar zone of the competition.[3]
In 2009, Akpororo moved to Lagos and contested twice in the AY's Open Mic Challenge, coming second in his first try and winning the competition in his second try. He rose to popularity in 2013 following his performance at "Basketmouth's Laff and Jam" show and went on to perform in several comedy shows including "AY Live". He is 5 ft, 7 inches.[4] On 12 August 2014, he staged his first major comedy show "Akpororo vs Akpororo" at the Shell Hall, MUSON Centre. The maiden event saw the attendance of notable musical acts and comedians.[5]
In 2014, Akpororo delved into acting, starring in the films Headgone and The Antique; with the former earning him three nominations at the 2015 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards.[6] [7]
Artistry
His style of comedy is basically the fusion of secular and church-related jokes. In an interview, he revealed that he performs and cracks jokes about lunatics because he was once an attendant to mentally-ill people who came to the church he was attending for spiritual healing.[8]
Endorsement deals
In June 2015, he signed a 2-year endorsement deal with telecommunication giants Airtel Nigeria.[9] [10]
Awards and nominations
Personal life
He is married to Josephine Ijeoma Abraham, following their wedding in Surulere, Lagos State on 14 November 2015.[18] [19] He is a student of Lagos State University where he is studying Sociology.[2]
See also
Notes and References
- Web site: ‘I am waiting for a woman who will pay my groom price’ – Akpororo. Ecomium Magazine. Ayodele. Temitope. 26 March 2015. 28 June 2016.
- News: I Test My Jokes in Clubs – Akpororo. National Weekender. Ayodele. Ogunojemite. 9 May 2014. 28 June 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160817182049/http://nationalweekender.net/i-test-my-jokes-in-clubs-akpororo/. 17 August 2016. dead.
- News: I cried when they paid me money that changed my life – Akpororo. Daily Post News. Ameh Comrade Godwin. 4 November 2015. 28 June 2016.
- Web site: Hunger Pushed Me To Start Comedy - Akpororo. Tori News. Daniel. 11 July 2015. 28 June 2016.
- News: Popular comedian, Bowoto Jephta, AKA Akpororo: Brings Akpororo Vs Akpororo’ To Lagos. Daily Mail (Nigeria). Sean. 12 August 2014. 28 June 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160817065345/http://dailymail.com.ng/popular-comedian-bowoto-jephta-aka-akpororo-brings-akpororo-vs-akpororo-to-lagos/. 17 August 2016. dead.
- Web site: New Nollywood Movie ‘The Antique’ Starring Olu Jacobs, Bimbo Akintola premieres Oct. 19th. Daily Mail. 15 October 2014. 28 June 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160817054108/http://dailymail.com.ng/new-nollywood-movie-the-antique-starring-olu-jacobs-bimbo-akintola-premieres-oct-19th/. 17 August 2016. dead.
- Web site: Hilarious! Sound Sultan, Ali Baba, Basketmouth, 2face Idibia & More Stars Feature in 'Head Gone'. Watch Trailer. BellaNaija. Ade-Unuigbe. Adesola. 11 November 2014. 28 June 2016.
- Web site: Akpororo: My Former Liaison With Lunatics Inspired My Jokes. Entertainment Rave Newspapers. 5 October 2013. 28 June 2016.
- Web site: Comedian, Akpororo shares his joy at Airtel deal, new Range Rover and more. Ecomium Magazine. Nwokike. Michael. 8 August 2015. 28 June 2016.
- Web site: 2face Idibia, Phyno, Patoranking, Akpororo & Ik Osakioduwa Unveiled As Airtel Nigeria Brand Ambassadors. Entertainment Express. Ayeotan. Shola. 12 June 2015. 28 June 2016.
- News: Nominations are Here! Find out who Made the 2016 Nigerian Entertainment Awards Nominees List. BellaNaija. 16 June 2016. 3 July 2016.
- News: IK Ogbonna, Akpororo, Falz battle for AMVCA Best Comic Actor. Nigerian Entertainment Today. Badmus. Kayode. 12 December 2015. 3 July 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160202010047/http://thenet.ng/2015/12/ik-ogbonna-akpororo-falz-battle-for-amvca-best-comic-actor/. 2 February 2016. dead.
- News: Olamide Tops Nigeria Awards Nominees' List. Naij. 17 June 2015. 3 July 2016.
- News: Golden Icons Academy Awards 2015: Check full list of winners. Pulse Nigeria. Lawal. Fa'ud. 20 October 2015. 3 July 2016.
- News: Tiwa Savage, Davido top Nigerian Entertainment Awards 2014 nominees list. Nigerian Entertainment Today. Osagie. Along. 29 May 2014. 3 July 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160313195835/http://thenet.ng/2014/05/tiwa-savage-davido-top-nigerian-entertainment-awards-2014-nominees-list/. 13 March 2016. dead.
- News: Nominees Announced For Ben TV Awards. 360Nobs. Mayowa Wana George. 1 October 2014. 3 July 2016.
- News: Bovi, AY, Akpororo, Wale Adenuga: All The Winners From The 2014 Naija FM Comedy Awards. Pulse Nigeria. Akan. Joey. 3 February 2014. 3 July 2016.
- Web site: First Look! Star Comedian Akpororo & Josephine Abraham's Wedding. BellaNaija. 14 November 2015. 28 June 2016.
- Web site: Akpororo: "My Wife’s Brilliance Got Me Attracted To Her". City People Magazine. 22 November 2015. 28 June 2016. 15 May 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160515234059/http://citypeopleng.com/akpororo-my-wifes-brilliance-got-me-attracted-to-her/. dead.
