Layi Wasabi says one of his uncles once drove from Ibadan in Oyo to flog him in Osogbo, Osun for failing an exam.
In a recent chat on 90s Baby Show, the Nigerian skitmaker said his mother had wanted him to study science-related courses in school.
The content creator said his mum was disappointed that he failed Physics, a subject which was required to study science.
Wasabi added that his mother informed one of his uncles, who then drove from Ibadan to deal him whips of the cane in Osogbo.
“And I had stronger subjects in the art department. So it was recommended that I do art. So my mum was upset I was not taking school seriously,” he said.
“She called one of my uncles, he said ‘Do not worry I will be in Osogbo tomorrow’.
“I was the one who opened the gate for him and assisted him in carrying his load from his car. I knew what he came for.
“And he sat down, drank water, and said ‘Bring your report card’. He went through all the courses and said, ‘You failed physics, you did not do well in mathematics. Lie down there.’ And I knew what my fate was then. It was crazy.”
Layi started his comedy career as a teenager.
Wasabi is known for blending societal issues in Nigeria and everyday challenges into content.
His craft has fetched him numerous awards.
He recently clinched the ‘Best Digital Content’ category at the 2024 AMVCA.
In August 2023, he revealed that growing up in Osogbo, the capital of Osun state, influenced the kind of content he creates.(The Cable)
