Nigerian comedian Ganiyu Morufu, popularly known as Ijoba Lande, was left overwhelmed with excitement after Afrobeats superstar Davido featured a clip of him in an Instagram story, sending his fans into a frenzy.
The video, which was originally a comedic skit, captured Lande humorously declaring in Yoruba that he does not need motivation, a phrase that resonated widely with social media users. The lighthearted clip gained momentum, eventually catching the attention of Davido, who reshared it on his Instagram page.
As expected, Davido’s post quickly gained massive traction, turning the clip into an internet sensation. Fans were thrilled to see the internationally recognized artist acknowledge the comedian’s content, with many flooding social media with their reactions. However, no one seemed more ecstatic than Lande himself, who could hardly contain his emotions after realizing the global star had shared his work.
A video capturing Ijoba Lande’s dramatic reaction showed him stepping out of his car in the middle of a busy road, visibly overwhelmed with excitement. In a state of sheer joy, he was seen screaming, running around uncontrollably, and expressing disbelief at what had just happened.
At one point, he collapsed theatrically on the ground, rolling in excitement as he struggled to process the recognition from one of Africa’s biggest music icons. His exaggerated reaction sparked even more laughter and engagement on social media, with many fans celebrating the moment alongside him.
Expressing his overwhelming joy, Lande took to social media to share his thoughts on the viral moment. In his words, he wrote:
“@davido post me… is this a dream??? If I’m sleeping, please wake me up… Ori Ade! Baba Imade.”
This newfound recognition comes amid an ongoing controversy in Lande’s personal life, as rumors continue to swirl regarding allegations that his wife was involved in a cheating scandal with Nollywood actor Baba Tee and several other men. Despite the difficult circumstances, Lande’s viral moment with Davido appears to have brought him a moment of happiness and widespread attention.
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