Otaghware Otas Onodjayeke, known by his stage name Igosave (born 20 May 1979) is a Nigerian comedian from

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. who had organized different shows, such as ''Igosave Unusual''.

Early life and education

Otaghware Otas Onodjayeke was born in

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, Nigeria in 1979. He went to Aileru Primary School and Essi Secondary School. After secondary school, he attended the Polytechnic Auchi, where he studied painting and general art. He finished an NYSC degree at the

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Comedy career

Igosave first performed comedy at the ''Nite of a 1000 Laughs'' show, organized by Opa Williams. During the show, he worked alongside other comedians, such as I Go Dye,

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, Buchi (comedian),

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, Ali Baba, Teju Babyface, and others. His annual ''Igosave Unusual'' show has held all throughout Nigeria.

Awards

References

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External links

* https://www.twitter.com/IGOSAVE 1979 births Living people Nigerian male comedians Nigerian satirists University of Lagos people Auchi Polytechnic alumni Nigerian comedians