Gbenga Adeyinka
| Gbenga Adeyinka | |
|---|---|
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| Born |
7 May 1968 Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Other names | CFR (Comedian of the Federal Republic) and now GCON (Grand Comedian of Nigeria) |
| Occupation | Comedian |
| Spouse(s) | Abiola Adewunmi Adeyinka (m. 1996) |
Gbenga Adeyinka is a multi-award-winning Nigerian actor, comedian, radio and TV presenter, writer, and MC. He hails from Abeokuta in Ogun State and he usually refers to himself as CFR (Comedian of the Federal Republic) and now GCON (Grand Comedian of Nigeria).
Education
Gbenga Adeyinka attended University of Lagos, where he studied English.[1]
Career
Gbenga worked as a corporate affairs manager in the engineering firm. He became popular with his shine shine bobo promo for 'Star Game Show', he has also anchored Television programmes for AIT, Galaxy TV, MBI, and Africa Magic on DSTV. His main strength is his ability to speak various languages in Nigeria.[1]
Personal life
Gbenga Adeyinka is married to Mrs Abiola Adeyinka, they have been married for about 21 years; the couple have three children.[2]
Professional life
Gbenga has anchored many wedding programmes and events for the rich and mighty in Nigeria and beyond. He is also the first to publish comedy magazine in Nigeria known as Laffmattazz.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 Amagiya, Florence. "Gbenga Adeyinka: Versatile MC on the path of Greatness". vanguardngr.com. Vanguard Newspaper. Retrieved 21 October 2016.
- ↑ Ezzina, Bosah. "Gbenga Adeyinka’s Wife, Abiola Reflects On Her Life @ 50 + Their 21yr Marriage". onigeria.com.