In this super engaging TEDxLagos talk, ISAAC A. ỌLÁYÍWỌLÁ (more popularly known as Layi Wasabi) exhibits a mastery of stage control, using the fine art of storytelling.
Using the law of inertia to describe his journey as a small-town giant pursuing a thriving city life – all the while throwing in a pinch of self-motivation anecdotes – Layi Wasabi displays once more his uncanny but natural gift of humour.
Wasabi has unsurprisingly taken social media by storm with his unique blend of wittiness, infectious energy and incredible genius. The 22-year old Osogbo-born content creator manages to weave satire into simple but realistic everyday occurrences – a craft that has fetched him an impressive 2.3million Instagram followers to date.
The central character in his skits – The Lawyer aka ‘The Law’ – has become so relatable that recognition for Wasabi’s creativity has swiftly followed:
- The Emerging Force category at the Trendupp Awards (2023)
- Revelation of the Year at the Nigeria Comedy Award
- Nomination for The Future Awards Africa Prize in Content Creation
- Best Digital Content Category at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (2024)
- Numeris Média is officially accredited media to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games