Chukwueze Odinaka (born 18 August 1991) professionally known as Mama Uka is a Nigerian comedian and content creator who shoots comedy using the guise of an elderly woman.
Early life and career
editMama Uka was born on 18 August 1991 in Amachalla, Enugu-Ezike in Igbo Eze North local government area of Enugu State where he attended his primary and secondary education before proceeding to Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu (IMT) where he obtained a degree in Computer Science.[1]
Mama Uka who is regarded as a "leading figure in the Nigerian comedy industry" uses Facebook as his main outlet while dressing like an elderly woman.[2] Mama Uka, who is also a singer and producer, started his comedic acts in 2016 while a student at IMT, Enugu and cites Lasisi Elenu and Tyler Perry as his role model.[1][3]
Personal life
editMama Uka has a daughter with Dera whom he broke up with on 14 February 2022.[4]
References
edit- ^ a b Okanlawon, Taiwo (2 January 2024). "Mama Uka: The Voyage of a Comedy Icon". P.M. News. Retrieved 14 January 2024.
- ^ Akinyemi, Bioluwatife (13 January 2024). "Nigeria's favourite Facebook skit makers". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 14 January 2024.
- ^ "I Started Paying My School Fees In Primary 6 – Sunday Chukwueze". The Will (Interview). Interviewed by Ivory Ukonu. 14 November 2021. Retrieved 14 January 2024.
- ^ Agadibe, Christian (14 April 2023). "My painful heartbreak experience –Mama Uka, comedian". The Sun. Retrieved 14 January 2024.
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