Brain Jotter who has brought back a beloved piece of Igbo folklore in addition to entertaining millions of people. Few viral movements in the digital era are able to have a long-lasting effect on cultural heritage and entertainment. One such example is the "Gwo Gwo Gwo" act by Nigerian skit maker and comedian
This skit, which incorporates the song "Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo" by seasoned musician Mike Ejeagha, has become a cultural icon because it successfully combines humor and tradition in a way that appeals to all age groups.
Brain Jotter, a well-known character in Nigerian comedy, goes by Chukwuebuka Emmanuel off-stage. His most recent skit, which used the song “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche” which had the viral sound “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo” as its background, became popular on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. The skit’s distinct fusion of current and traditional narrative captivates spectators as it comically depicts scenarios of modern dance while incorporating the song’s timeless aspects.
The story of a cunning tortoise named Mbe who outwits a strong elephant named Enyi to obtain a princess’ hand in marriage is told in the song “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche”. This story, which has its roots in Igbo folklore, has long been a part of the cultural history and represents the victory of intelligence over strength.
The iconic personality in Nigerian music, Mike Ejeagha, Born April 4th, 1930 is from Enugu state and also a guitarist, he is at the center of this viral craze. Ejeagha, an Enugu State native, has devoted his life to using music to preserve Igbo history. Because of his skill at storytelling and his profound knowledge of Igbo culture, he is highly regarded and is frequently referred to as the “Gentleman of Music.”
The name Gentleman was given to him as a result of a reported documentary film on his life in 2022 by Pulse Nigeria called “Gentleman” which was directed by Michael Chineme Ike.
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A newer generation unfamiliar with this rich cultural legacy has been introduced to Mike Ejeagha’s work through the song’s resurrection, resulting from Brain Jotter’s skit.
The use of Mike Ejeagha’s song by Brain Jotter resulted in a simple gesture that took a surprising but lovely turn. Realizing how much the music had facilitated the skit work, the comic went out of his way to thank Ejeagha.
Brain Jotter gave the seasoned musician ₦2 million naira on a visit to Ejeagha’s home. The act was greatly praised on social media and other media sources.
Mike Ejeagha has been involved in the music industry for a long time; his most successful years were recorded between the 1960s and the 1980s. However, because of the nature of traditional music dissemination at the period, exact release dates for individual songs like “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche” are frequently hard to determine.
Brain Jotter recently disclosed in a video that he received no payment for using the music “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo” in his widely shared skit. During his visit with Mike Ejeagha, he made this comment and thanked the song for its cultural contribution. Brain Jotter highlighted that the success of the skit was a means to honor and revitalize the rich Igbo tradition represented in Ejeagha’s song rather than to benefit him financially.
