Brain Jotter wants to give N2 million to ‘Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo’ singer Mike Ejeagha.
Written by MAX FM on July 22, 2024
Brain Jotter, a popular Nigerian skit maker, recently made headlines by offering a generous gift of N2 million to Mike ‘Gentleman’ Ejeagha, a renowned highlife singer.
The gesture came after Jotter discovered Ejeagha’s classic song ‘Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche’ and incorporated it into a humorous dance video that quickly went viral.
The viral video first shared on Instagram on July 5th, captivated audiences with its unique dance moves involving two or more people walking towards each other in opposite directions, meeting, and then engaging in a playful leg dance before one chases the other. The background soundtrack featured a catchy chorus of “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo” from Ejeagha’s song.
Jotter’s video garnered nearly one million likes on Instagram and was viewed over 16 million times on TikTok, sparking a widespread dance trend.
Thousands of TikTok users, including Nigerian celebrities, enthusiastically participated in the ‘Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche’ challenge, further amplifying its popularity.
In a heartfelt message to Ejeagha via Instagram, Brain Jotter expressed his admiration for the legendary musician and his desire to contribute N2 million as a token of appreciation.
He noted that reaching out to Ejeagha had proven challenging but emphasized his sincere intention to honour the highlife icon.
Mike ‘Gentleman’ Ejeagha holds a revered status in Nigerian music, particularly within the highlife genre, where he has been a trailblazer for over six decades.
His influence spans his musical prowess and significant contributions to the Igbo language and culture through his timeless compositions.
The interaction between Brain Jotter and Mike ‘Gentleman’ Ejeagha exemplifies the power of social media to bridge generations and celebrate cultural heritage through creative expression and heartfelt gestures.
It underscores how digital platforms can amplify appreciation for traditional art forms while fostering new and inclusive forms of cultural participation.
