“RMD advised me to go back to school when I was working as a bartender” – AY Makun
Comedian AY Makun shared how acclaimed actor Richard Mofe Damijo (RMD) counseled him to pursue further education.
Makun recounted how, while working as a bartender, he encountered RMD, who suggested that he pursue academic studies upon learning of his aspirations in the entertainment field.
Makun elaborated that he followed RMD’s advice and enrolled in a degree program at Delta State University.
Speaking in a candid conversation with Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, Makun attributed his successful comedy career to the pivotal decision prompted by RMD’s guidance.
He said:
“I was doing all that it takes to get into the entertainment space. And somewhere along the line, I started working with NNPC Junior Staff Club as a bartender.
“That was what inspired my series, ‘Call To Bar.’ Everything around me; my stories, and my movies are all inspired by my experiences.
“When I was working as a bartender, I would see a lot of people the likes of Alex O and Shina Peters coming to perform. I would say to myself that someday, somehow, somewhere, sometime in life, I’m going to get into the entertainment space.
So, there was one time that I approached RMD when he came, a long time ago. We were talking and he advised me to go back to school. He said, ‘Education is important. Afterward, trust me, all these things would follow.’
“So, that was how I gained admission into Delta State University to study Theatre Arts.”
