Damilare Oluwasegun
Born
Damilare Osundare

(1991-12-23) 23 December 1991
Ibadan
NationalityNigerian
CitizenshipNigeria
Alma materObafemi Awolowo University, Ajayi Crowther University.
Occupation(s)Nigerian comedian and Author
Known forCEO/founder Humorality Comedy Academy
SpouseAbiodun Christiana Oluwasegun
ChildrenOne
Websitedamilareosundare.com

Damilare Oluwasegun (born December 23, 1991) known by his stage name Asiricomedy,[1] is a Nigerian comedian, author, and speaker.[2][3][4] He is the founder of the Humorality Club, a hub for budding comic talents.[5][6] In 2021, Damilare was enlisted as one of the Top 100 Nigerian Youth Leaders for the Royal African Young Leadership Forum (RAYLF) by His Imperial Majesty, Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi.[7]

During Mr. Damilare's interview with Channels Television, ''he affirmed that becoming a comedian was a coincidence, as his desire was to become a teacher after completing his undergraduate degree. However, he developed interest in comedy making during his undergraduate programme in 2010''[8][9][10]

Aside from his stage name, he is also known as Asiri, which means secret.[11] He trains corporate executives on subjects that include strategy, sustainability, influencer marketing, storytelling, and brand strategy.[3] He has published four books as an author. His books were written under the pen name Damilare Osundare before he morphed into Damilare Oluwasegun.[12]

In August 2023, he recorded a comedy special themed ''Open secret''.[4][12][13]

Education

Damillare is an alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University,[14] where he studied Microbiology and Immunology 2008-2013. In 2019, Damilare became a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Loan and Risk Management of Nigeria (ACILRM) before he proceeded to Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, for an MBA with a specialty in Business Administration and General Management (2019–2021).

Books

  • Asiri (Mystery) ISBN 978-1981643158[5]
  • ANTICIPATION: The Fire of Process ISBN[5]
  • The Hero[5]
  • I don’t like Semo[5]

Personal life

He is married to Abiodun Christiana Oluwasegun[15] and has one son.

Awards and recognitions

  • The Top 100 Nigerian Youth Leaders by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, honoured Damilare as one of the young Nigerians leading the way in the leadership and business arenas in 2021.[7]
  • Recipient of 2017's Best Comedy Act by NEA[16]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Ige, Rotimi (1 September 2023). "I harness my skills set to advance course of mankind — Asiricomedy". Tribune Online. Retrieved 29 September 2023.
  2. ↑ Omogbolagun, Tope (31 August 2019). "Before Stardom With... Asiri Comedy (Osundare Damilare)". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  3. 1 2 "One can thrive in many fields by constantly evolving — Asiricomedy". vanguardngr.com. 11 July 2020. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  4. 1 2 "We Make More Money Online Than In Stand Up Comedy~ Comedian Asiri Reveals". YouTube. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  5. 1 2 3 4 5 "Nigeria's Damilare Juggles Comedy and Writing - THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  6. ↑ "Comedian, Asiri drums support for budding acts". Daily Nigerian. 24 May 2019. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  7. 1 2 Rasak, Adekunle (18 June 2021). "Royal award from Ooni, another level of national service unlocked for me ― Asiricomedy". Tribune Online. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  8. ↑ "Comedy Was The Least I Considered For Livelihood - Asiri Comedy". YouTube. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  9. ↑ "Arole and I are not one - Asircomedy". Thenationonlineng.net. 22 July 2017. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  10. ↑ "Exclusive: AsiriComedy Shares His Experiences To Stardom [READ]". YabaLeftOnline. 22 July 2017. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  11. ↑ "Nigerian duo bring blessings and chaos to BBC". BBC News. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  12. 1 2 "Asiricomedy's Open Secret Set For Global Streaming Debut". independent.ng. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  13. ↑ "Discussing The Influence Of Tech & Social Media On Nigeria's Comedy Scene With Asiricomedy". YouTube. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  14. ↑ admin (22 September 2017). "Interview With Asiri Comedy: Your Passion Alone Isn't Enough For Success". Espact. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  15. ↑ "Star-studded pictures from Asiri Comedy & Charis' wedding - P.M. News". Retrieved 26 August 2023.
  16. ↑ AJALA, AYOMIDE (27 November 2017). "NEA 2017 Winners - Jidenna, AY Makun, Olamide Others Win Big". OloriSuperGal. Retrieved 26 August 2023.
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