Social media personality Ojaigho Prosper, popularly known as GehGeh, has 2.7 million followers on TikTok and 936,000 on Instagram. He speaks on his journey as a content creator with Oghenovo Egodo-Michael
What can you tell us about your background?
I hail from Uwheru in Ughelli North, Delta State, where I also had my primary education. I then moved to Warri, where I attended secondary school.
My father married two wives. My mother gave birth to nine children, while my stepmum had six kids. My father was a headmaster, while my mum was a farmer. If you think of their salaries in comparison with the children they had, you will see that things were tough.
What inspired you to start creating content?
I was just recording my content normally on WhatsApp. I then noticed that people were reacting to it. Before then, I had added a couple of people on my WhatsApp just to have more contacts and views. So, one guy reached out to me, saying that if I started to post these things on TikTok, people would be watching it. At that time, I wasn’t even on TikTok because people often said it was for women, so I felt there was nothing I should be doing there. After the guy mentioned it, I decided to give it a try. The first video I posted got about 50 comments, and that was the most comments any of my social media posts had at the time. After that video, I posted another one that was reposted by Instablog, and they described me as a ‘Young Financial Expert.’ Since then, I stuck with that niche. Before then, I was doing different things, including comedy videos.
I started creating content on YouTube around 2019, but I barely made videos. I started professionally after that guy gave me advice in 2023.
How were you able to carve a niche for yourself?
My videos have always been about personal experiences. I had been in other countries like Ghana as of 2017 hustling, and I was making a lot of money. I was able to save about N10m, but I came to Nigeria to spend the money. Sometimes, I wouldn’t even have transport fare to return (to Ghana). I later met one Igbo boy who had been in Ghana for about six years at the time, and he was still serving his master. When I met him, he said that was the year he would be settled by his boss with N600,000. It seemed very foolish to me.
After some years, when I returned from Ghana, things weren’t as good as before. I then reconnected with the same guy through Facebook and saw that he was doing well. I then realised that life is not about how much you are making but how much you are able to put to good use. I learnt that experience is better than capital. That boy didn’t have much money, but he had the experience to handle the one he had. Meanwhile, I had money but didn’t have the experience to handle it. That was one of my major inspirations to lecture people about finances. I then started seeing that people with similar experiences were connecting to what I was saying. Don Jazzy even posted one of my videos, and it was from there that other blogs posted it as well. After Don Jazzy reposted that video, people started booking private sessions with me. Then, I was charging N10,000 for a one-on-one session. After Don Jazzy posted my video, I increased the price to N30,000, and people continued paying for it. I posted another video to thank him, and he still posted the one where I appreciated him, and advised people to follow me on Instagram.
Tell us about your video that first went viral.
One of my early videos that gained attention was about why living in a rented apartment can be better than building a house. It focused on streetwise financial education, and when people saw that I was speaking from real-life experience rather than theory, the attention started increasing.
Do you see yourself pursuing formal education or training in this field at any point?
School doesn’t define me. If formal education were the core of what I do, it would undermine what I stand for. I’m not saying education is bad, but financially, you’ll find lecturers who studied business yet cannot set up businesses themselves. That’s because schools mostly teach theory, while real-life experience is often missing.
Why did you choose to make relationships between men and women your common point of discourse?
After sharing my financial advice, many young people—especially young men who could relate to my experiences—began to see me as someone they could look up to. During one-on-one sessions, a lot of them opened up about their struggles, and I realised that many were dealing with young women who were derailing their plans. That made me see how closely relationships and money are connected. The wrong partner can destroy everything one has worked hard for. Noticing how common this was, I started addressing it in my content. As a life coach, I also draw from anonymous client experiences to give practical advice from time to time.
Some people think that your advice to men on relationships could have been triggered by you being jilted by a woman. Have you ever been in a relationship that later went awry?
No woman has ever broken my heart. It doesn’t have to happen to me before I know it’s the truth. My relationships don’t last because I easily see through people.
What is the longest relationship you have been in?
I have been in a two-year relationship, and my past relationships ended well. I am still on good terms with my exes.
Isn’t keeping your exes around a financial mistake?
It is when I send money to them that it is a financial mistake.
Your advice doesn’t sit well with some women. What do you think about that?
Any lady crying that I am turning her man against her doesn’t want to work. If you are a woman who has something to do and you watch my videos, it won’t bother you. It is only ladies whose sources of income are tied to guys that feel threatened.
Why don’t you tailor your advice towards women too?
My advice actually favours women more than men. Using myself as an example, my father passed on in 2015. I never knew I came from a poor family until my dad died. After his demise, the responsibility of raising us fell on my mum, and it was that same year I gained admission into university. Many of my siblings were also still in school. If my mother was not hardworking, what would have happened to me and my siblings? So, if a woman isn’t working and depends solely on a man, what happens when that man leaves?”
You stated that you made over $30,000 through your social media masterclass. How true is this?
It’s a real fact, and it was posted everywhere. The day I went live, the “Lion” gifts kept pouring in, and it added up to a huge amount. The engagement was massive too. I recorded over 300,000 total views on TikTok and made $31,000, plus a little extra.
What do you aim to achieve as the self-acclaimed founder of the University of Wisdom and Understanding?
My university is primarily for men because I believe many men are being cheated in relationships. A lot of them lack experience in handling such issues. The dating experiences of men and women are very different. For example, an 18-year-old girl might already be dating a 25-year-old man, while an 18-year-old boy often can’t even approach a girl. This means young women usually have more relationship experience than their male peers, and they tend to leverage that advantage. That’s why I decided to create the university—to teach and guide young men.
Some women are of the opinion that you are destroying relationships through your social media sermons. Do you intend to apologise to them and change your pattern in order not to force separation of couples or destroy relationships?
I will only apologise if I do something wrong. When I see some ladies crying that their boyfriends left them after watching my videos, I don’t even think about the lady. I rather think about the guy who I set free, because I know such a lady will definitely move on.
You once said that a DNA test, which is crucial for determining a child’s paternity, is more important than a birth certificate. Do you think a man should reject a child he has been raising for years if he later discovers the child is not biologically his?
In that video, I explained that if a man knows a child is not biologically his but still chooses to take responsibility, that’s a different matter because he is aware. But when a woman gives a man a child that isn’t his without his knowledge, it defiles the love that once united them. Personally, if I were to discover that my father was not my real father, I would blame my mother for life because it would mean she altered an entire generation; and that, to me, should be considered a crime against humanity. If I became president today, the first law I would sign is to make giving a man another man’s child punishable by life imprisonment.
You recently called on Nigerians to protect you from some women who accused you of ruining their relationships. Does that mean that you are afraid that you may be attacked by jilted women?
I am not afraid of any threats because I know I’m not doing anything wrong. What I tell these ladies is simple: if your partner truly values you, would he leave you just because of what another man says? That only happens when there’s no real value in the relationship. Instead of pointing fingers, they should focus on working on themselves.
Do ladies flock into your DMs given the attention you currently have?
Yes. There are a lot of ladies in my DM. Some people usually tell me that ladies would be running away from me, but I just laugh because people really love me, including the ladies. Whenever I go out, I get the most gifts from ladies.
But in one of your videos, you mentioned that women no longer respond to your advances.
It was just to catch people’s attention for the advert that was at the end of the video. I have children from four different women. If women are running away from me, I won’t have four babymamas.
How do you handle fame and the attention that comes with it, especially from fans who might misinterpret what your brand stands for?
I am not really bothered by people’s opinions about me. Some people get scared when others are talking about them on social media. If you don’t want people to talk about you, then don’t publicise yourself. I know that as long as I put myself out there, people will surely talk about me. However, positive reviews overshadow the criticism, so I am not bothered.
Handling fame is not easy because popularity comes with lots of expectations. Suddenly, people don’t expect you to live a normal life. Meanwhile, I was GehGeh before becoming a financial expert.
Do you take your own advice?
Everything I share is drawn from my own life. These are the very experiences that shaped me and brought me to the level I am at today.
Which set of people are you really trying to reach with your content?
My advice is for everyone, including men and women, if you are open to learn.
How do you unwind outside social media?
The little free time I have now goes into creating content, and I also run a streaming studio that keeps me busy. Sometimes, I attend events, which is also relaxing for me.
How did you come about the name GehGeh?
My middle name is “Oghenegege”, so it is just the short form of the name.
If you weren’t doing content creation, what else would you have been doing?
It is what I’m already doing — teaching. Like I said earlier, my father was a principal, and his siblings were teachers. Many of my cousins are also teachers and pastors, so the habit of talking and coaching runs in our blood. Even before I went to Ghana, I was heading a private school.
The issue of Deborah Samuel Yakubu is one of the most tragic and controversial religious-related incidents in recent Nigerian history. It highlights deep tensions around religious intolerance, mob justice, and the misuse of social media in the country.
Deborah Samuel Yakubu was a 200-level Home Economics student at Shehu Shagari College of Education in Sokoto State, Nigeria. She was a Christian from Niger State. On May 12, 2022, Deborah was brutally killed by a mob of fellow students who accused her of blasphemy against the Prophet Muhammad.
The incident reportedly began on the class’s WhatsApp group where students used to share academic information. During one of the discussions, Deborah reportedly expressed frustration over religious messages being shared in the group chat, insisting that it was meant only for academic purposes. Some of her Muslim classmates considered her comment to be disrespectful and blasphemous toward Islam. The message quickly spread beyond the group, sparking anger among students.
A violent mob formed within the school premises, dragged Deborah out of the security room where she was temporarily sheltered, stoned her to death, and set her body on fire. Videos of the killing circulated widely on social media, causing outrage both within and outside Nigeria. The gruesome footage showed some people proudly claiming responsibility for the act, saying it was justified under Islamic law.
The Sokoto State Police Command later confirmed the incident and announced that two suspects had been arrested in connection with the killing. However, many Nigerians and human rights organizations criticized the authorities for not doing enough to prosecute all those involved in the mob action. The federal and state governments condemned the killing, calling it a criminal act that could not be justified under any religion or law.
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, and several Islamic scholars also condemned the act, stating that the Prophet Muhammad himself would not have supported such violence. Christian leaders, including the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), demanded justice and urged the government to ensure the protection of religious minorities in the country.
Deborah’s killing sparked nationwide protests, international condemnation, and renewed debates about blasphemy laws, religious intolerance, and freedom of speech in Nigeria. In Sokoto and other parts of Northern Nigeria, protests broke out after the arrest of the suspects, with demonstrators demanding their release. In contrast, across Southern Nigeria and in the international community, vigils and memorials were held to honor Deborah’s memory.
The Nigerian government faced strong criticism for failing to prevent such acts of mob violence, which have occurred several times in parts of the country. Many activists and human rights organizations, such as Amnesty International, urged the government to take decisive action to end the culture of impunity surrounding religious killings.
Deborah Samuel’s death remains a symbol of the urgent need for stronger laws against mob justice and greater protection for freedom of religion and expression in Nigeria. Her story is a painful reminder of the dangers of religious intolerance and the misuse of social media to incite violence.
In the years following her death, calls for justice continued, though there has been little public progress in prosecuting those responsible. Her family relocated for safety reasons after facing threats, and several groups have offered them support. Deborah’s legacy endures as a voice for justice, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse religious communities.
Binta Ayo Mogaji was born in 1964 and hails from Agbo-Ile, Ibadan in Oyo State, Nigeria.
Her father was an Islamic cleric, while her mother worked as an education administrator.
From an early age she showed interest in acting, starting her career in the early 1970s as a child actor.
Career in Acting
She first gained recognition on television. For example, one of her early appearances was on the TV series Why Worry the Barber.
Her debut in home-video cinema (in the Yoruba language) was with the film titled Mojere.
Over the decades, Mogaji has acted in both Yoruba-language and English-language films and television series. She has been cited as being part of at least 400–800 stage, screen and home-video productions.
Notable works include:
Ti Oluwa Ni Le (1992)
Owo Blow (1997)
The Bridge (2017)
In a 2018 interview she spoke about the Nigerian film industry’s tendency to favour younger actors, and argued that older actors are still fully capable of delivering professional performances.
She has also spoken about how her religious background (Islamic) informed her decisions about roles — for example, she stated she has never acted semi-nude or participated in kissing scenes throughout her career.
Personal Life
Mogaji has had a varied personal journey:
She was in a relationship with actor Jibola Dabo, and together they have a son.
In 2006 she married retired footballer and physiotherapist Victor Ayodele Oduleye.
She later revealed that the marriage lasted about 13 years, and that it involved physical and mental abuse which led to her leaving the marriage.
On motherhood:
She revealed that she conceived and gave birth to her only child at age 40 — despite having already undergone removal of one fallopian tube due to an ectopic pregnancy.
In an interview she recounted being taken to “seven different hospitals” as doctors were uncertain she’d survive the ectopic pregnancy.
On advice & views:
Mogaji has said that women aged 35 or older who want children should not necessarily wait for marriage, but could consider having a child outside wedlock or adopting, if they are capable of caring for the child.
Achievements & Recognition
She is widely regarded as one of the veteran and accomplished actresses in Nigeria’s film industry — in theatre, television and home-video.
Among her awards, she has been recognized as “Best Actress” at the REEL Awards.
Selected Filmography
Here are a few highlights (not exhaustive):
Mojere — her first home-video appearance.
Ti Oluwa Ni Le (1992)
Owo Blow (1997)
Motherhood
Ileke
Ojuju
Ilé Olorogun
The Bridge (2017)
My Village People (2021)
Legacy & Impact
Mogaji’s career spans many decades and multiple eras of Nigerian cinema (from early television to modern Nollywood).
She is seen as a mentor or “auntie” figure to younger actors, many of whom admire her longevity and professionalism.
She has been candid about the challenges faced by actors in Nigeria — for example, she has said that despite fame, many actors must still “toil” for little reward.
Current Status
As of 2024-2025, she remains active in the industry.
Recently she celebrated her son’s graduation from university (Lead City University, Ibadan) in 2024.
She continues to speak publicly about personal and industry issues (e.g., motherhood, marital abuse, the film industry).
Interesting Facts
Despite having only one fallopian tube, she was able to conceive and give birth — a story she shared publicly to encourage others.
She has been frank about regards marriage and motherhood — for example stating that waiting for marriage should not prevent someone who truly wants a child from having one (if they can care for it responsibly).
Celebrating the life and impact of the man who laid the foundation for Nigeria’s modern insurance industry.
Early Life and Education
Talabi Adebayo Braithwaite was born on July 2, 1928, into a prominent Lagos family of Yoruba descent. His upbringing reflected a blend of discipline, ambition, and a deep desire to serve his nation through professionalism and innovation. Though Nigeria in the mid-20th century had few indigenous figures in the financial and insurance sectors, Braithwaite’s vision and determination would make him a pioneer who transformed the industry.
After completing his early education in Nigeria, he travelled to the United Kingdom, where he pursued professional training in insurance. His commitment to excellence soon paid off — in June 1951, he became one of the first Nigerians to qualify as an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute (ACII) in London, a significant milestone that marked the beginning of his historic career.
Breaking Barriers in a Colonial Industry
When Braithwaite returned to Nigeria in the early 1950s, the insurance sector was almost entirely dominated by foreign companies. Local participation was minimal, and there were few trained Nigerians capable of running or managing such businesses. Braithwaite set out to change that reality.
He established T.A. Braithwaite Insurance Brokers & Co., one of Nigeria’s earliest indigenous insurance firms. Through professionalism and integrity, his firm gained the confidence of both public and private institutions, gradually helping to indigenise an industry that had been monopolised by expatriates.
Braithwaite’s success not only challenged existing norms but also inspired a generation of Nigerian professionals to pursue careers in insurance and finance. His name soon became synonymous with credibility and innovation in the world of insurance brokerage.
Leadership and Institutional Legacy
One of Braithwaite’s most enduring contributions was his role in building institutional frameworks for Nigeria’s insurance profession. He became the first president of the Insurance Institute of Nigeria (IIN), the body that would later evolve into the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) — the country’s highest professional body for insurance practitioners.
Under his leadership, the institute focused on training, professional development, and establishing ethical standards to guide practitioners in the industry. Braithwaite’s influence helped shape the institute into a respected body that continues to promote excellence and accountability within the Nigerian insurance landscape.
In 1969, Braithwaite’s exceptional expertise earned him another milestone distinction: he became an underwriting member of Lloyd’s of London, one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious insurance markets. This achievement placed him among a select group of Africans to attain such a position, underscoring his global recognition as an insurance authority.
National Recognition and Honours
For his lifelong service to Nigeria and his pioneering contributions to the insurance industry, Talabi Adebayo Braithwaite was honoured by the Federal Government of Nigeria. In 2000, he was conferred with the title of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) by President Olusegun Obasanjo, a national honour reserved for distinguished citizens who have made outstanding contributions to national development.
This recognition not only celebrated his individual achievements but also highlighted the importance of the insurance profession in building a resilient economy.
Later Life and Legacy
Until his passing on May 2, 2011, Braithwaite remained a respected figure in Nigeria’s corporate community. His commitment to ethical standards, professional mentorship, and industry advocacy ensured that the foundation he laid would continue to support generations of insurance professionals.
Even after his death, his influence endures through the institutions he built and the professionals he inspired. The Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) continues to uphold his vision of professionalism, education, and ethical practice within the field.
In recognition of his lasting contributions, many industry veterans refer to him as the “Father of Nigerian Insurance.” His name is invoked with reverence at industry events, and his pioneering spirit continues to guide Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to strengthen and expand its financial sector.
References:
Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) Archives
Daily Times (Lagos), Historical Business Reports (1950s–1980s)