Samuel Oluwafemi Asubiojo, also known as SamSpedy or “Mama Ojo,” is a Nigerian entertainer with a large following on YouTube. With 3.8 million subscribers, he is highly popular for his comedic content. In October 2023, he was recognized as one of the top ten most-watched Nigerian YouTubers.
Profile Summary
Full Name: | Samuel Oluwafemi Asubiojo |
Date Of Birth: | May 5, 1994 |
Place Of Birth: | Lagos, Nigeria |
Nationality: | Nigerian |
Occupation: | Comedian, YouTuber |
Net Worth: | $400,000 |
Early Life And Education
Samuel Oluwafemi Asubiojo, born on May 5, 1994 in Lagos State in southwest Nigeria, hails from Ido-Osi in Ekiti State, Nigeria. He is the second child out of five born to Mr. and Mrs. Femi Asubiojo.
His family moved to FCT Abuja when he was three years old, and it was in Abuja where he spent most of his formative years. For his primary education, he attended the Abuja International Academy, and for his secondary education, he went to Royal College.
In 2018, he completed his studies at the Zaporizhzhia State Medical University in Ukraine, earning a degree in Medicine.
Career
During his teenage years, Samuel Asubiojo discovered his flair for comedy. Taking the plunge in 2014, while still in secondary school, he kickstarted his comedic journey with the release of his inaugural video on YouTube.
Despite having obtained a medical degree, he made the bold decision to veer away from his medical career upon returning to Nigeria, opting to wholeheartedly pursue his comedic passion.
By October 2023, his comedic charm had garnered him a spot among the top ten most watched Nigerian YouTubers, his subscriber count surpassing the three million mark.
His talent did not go unnoticed, as in 2023, he received nominations for the Trendupp Awards in the category of Force of YouTube and the Africa Entertainment Awards as the Digital Content Creator of the Year, where he shared the spotlight with notable figures such as Mr. Marcaroni, Khaby Lame, and Eddie Butita.
Personal Life
Samspedy, a dedicated entertainer and skilled comedian, recently disclosed during an interview that he is currently unattached and not involved in any romantic relationship.
Nevertheless, rumors suggest that there might be a budding romance between SamSpedy and Debinna.
SamSpedy Net Worth
Samspedy stands out as a highly skilled content creator within Nigeria’s entertainment industry. His comedic prowess has garnered him a considerable net worth estimated at $400,000.
Awards and Recognitions
2017 – Splash Awards
- Comedian of the Year (won)
2022 – Comedy Skit Awards
- Best Skitmaker of the Year (won)
2023 – Trendupp Awards
- Force of YouTube (nominated)
2023 – Africa Entertainment Awards
- Digital Content Creator of the Year – (nominated)
2024 – Trendupp Awards
- Force of YouTube (won)