Yemi Elesho Recalls Humble Beginnings with Asake at OAU: From Plates of Rice to Stardom
Nigerian actor and content creator, Yemi Elesho, has opened up about his enduring friendship with Grammy-winning singer Asake, revealing touching memories of their early days at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife.
In a recent interview with streamer Jigan, Elesho shared that their relationship dates back to their undergraduate days, when Asake was still a rising talent looking for every opportunity to showcase his skills.
Humble Beginnings and Simple Rewards
Elesho fondly recalled how he would compensate Asake for featuring in his movies and skits on campus with nothing more than a plate of rice and a bottle of Coca-Cola, worth about ₦700.
“I used to give Asake a ₦700 plate of rice and a bottle of Coca-Cola as performance fees for him to feature in movies during our undergraduate days at OAU,” Elesho reminisced.
Despite the modest compensation, Elesho noted that their relationship was built on friendship, shared struggles, and dreams of making it big in the entertainment industry.
A Friendship Built to Last
According to Elesho, he and Asake were inseparable during their university days, even playing in celebrity football matches together. The actor revealed that he still has pictures and videos from those days, proving how far they have both come.
“He is my day-one, my very good friend. I have pictures and videos of our time together at OAU. We used to play celebrity football matches together back in the day,” he added.
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This heartwarming story serves as a testament to true friendship and humble beginnings. Elesho and Asake’s journey from playing campus football matches and skit collaborations to now being prominent figures in their respective industries highlights the importance of perseverance and mutual support.
In a world where success often changes relationships, it’s refreshing to see Elesho speak so warmly about Asake, proving that genuine friendships can survive even when fame and fortune come knocking.
What do you think about this touching revelation from Yemi Elesho? Is there someone in your life you’re grinding with today who could be your Asake of tomorrow?
