Lasisi Elenu

Nosa Afolabi, widely known as Lasisi Elenu, was born on April 20, 1989, in Kano State, Nigeria, but hails from Offa in Kwara State. He grew up in a military family, with his father serving in the Air Force.

Lasisi completed his primary and secondary education in Lagos and later graduated from the University of Ilorin, where he studied Agriculture and Biosystems Engineering.

Career

Lasisi began his career as a musician before transitioning into comedy, where he found significant success. He is renowned for his unique style of ranting with a 'wide mouth' filter on social media platforms, addressing various themes such as law, cybercrime, economy, insecurity, and philosophy. 

His relatable content has garnered him a massive following, making him one of Africa's most popular influencers.

Filmography

Beyond social media, Lasisi has ventured into acting, featuring in several films, including:

• The Ghost and the Tout (2018)
• Made in Heaven
• The Razz Guy

In 2018, Lasisi was nominated for The Future Awards Africa Prize for Comedy. By March 2020, he was recognized as one of Nigeria's Top 25 Under-30 Nigerian Superstars.

Personal Life

Lasisi maintains a relatively private personal life. He has expressed that looking good boosts his career as a social media comedian.

Controversy

In July 2020, Lasisi was cautioned by members of the Nigerian Bar Association, who claimed his skits misrepresented the legal profession and threatened legal action.

Social Media Presence

Lasisi boasts a substantial social media following, with over 3.4 million followers on Instagram and 75,000 on TikTok, where he continues to entertain and engage his audience with humorous content.

Lasisi Elenu's innovative approach to comedy and his ability to address societal issues humorously have solidified his status as a prominent figure in Nigeria's entertainment industry.