For example, if I want to create content about a particular subject matter, it would take a longer time to gather the content from a lot of people before fishing out the best. How have you been able to overcome that challenge? But, if people don’t talk, I would not be able to generate any content. One of the major challenges I face is trying to convince people to talk, because they often shy away from the camera. Police aiding louts disturbing us on sets -Zicsaloma.Facebook unveils new comment moderation tools for creators.Meta pledges to invest in Nigeria’s creator ecosystem. I have friends but I am more of a lone wolf in the industry. When I read their comments, they give me the ‘ginger’ (impetus) to keep moving forward. My fans are my biggest sources of motivation. I see whatever comes my way as a blessing or stepping stone to the next level. However, I don’t regret what I am doing, because I believe in slow and steady growth. And, that is why most times, the government does not pay much attention to the educational sector. My kind of content does not spread fast like that of other content creators, because in Nigeria, many people don’t appreciate things that have to do with education. I see myself as someone that grows with time. It is not just about getting people to laugh it is also about educating people in the process. It educates and entertains people, as well as exposes the educational flaws that exist in tertiary institutions in the country. I call my content site, ‘The 3E’s Of Boy with The Mic’. What is the distinctive factor that differentiates you from others in the industry? Basically, I create videos to educate people and make them laugh. I will rather describe myself as a ‘video creator’ because it is vast. What best describes you between ‘comedian’ or ‘content creator’? I see it as one of the challenges in the business. However, I have witnessed many incidents like that, and I am used to it now. Sometimes, things like that change one’s mood, and demoralise one creatively. I laughed over it and went about my business. But, she just started insulting me and walked away. I approached a lady and was about to ask her if she would grant me an interview. There was a time I went to the University of Lagos to do an interview. What are some of the embarrassing moments you have had on set? There is a whole lot to achieve in this space. I am a very innovative person, and I am thinking of how to take multimedia productions to the next level. I have plans of doing so many things basically to take the multimedia business to a whole different level. Sometimes, immediately after an interview, I would move away from the camera and start laughing.ĭo you plan to continue making videos, or you do have plans to diversify into other areas? However, during the post-production process, I could laugh so hard to the extent that my neighbours would be wondering what is happening to me. I hold my laughter, because deep down I would be laughing, but I won’t let it show on my face. How do you manage to keep a straight face when making videos on the street, regardless of the funny responses you get?
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