Nigerian content creator Geh Geh, an orphaned TikTok sensation, has captured national attention after reportedly earning over $30,000 (roughly ₦45 million) in a single livestream session.
The live broadcast, dubbed “Geh Geh University of Wisdom,” drew a record-breaking audience, with upwards of 136,000 viewers tuning in simultaneously—making it one of the largest TikTok live sessions recorded in Africa.
Fans flocked online as Geh Geh delivered his trademark blend of humor and life lessons, prompting enthusiastic support and a significant inflow of donations that contributed to the day’s staggering haul.
Describing himself as the “first illiterate to find a university in the history of Nigeria,” Geh Geh reflected on his unlikely rise to fame, saying, “I no be graduate too, but by the grace of God, I don find school. I be orphan, but now Nigerians don show me love.”
According to him, the gifts received during the live were worth approximately $30,000, a feat he described as life-changing.
“See gift I made over… more gift when they give me today is worth about $30,000. I no go take this love for granted, because I no really do anything for am,” he said in a follow-up video after the live became a hit.
The viral moment has been hailed by many as a form of digital empowerment, proof that even those without formal education can leverage social media to build influence, create entertainment, and earn a living.
While his controversial teachings on money and women have sparked debates online, his story is now being seen as an inspiration to underprivileged youths.
Reflecting on the overwhelming support, he added, “If Nigeria be country wey value great people, by now them suppose dey compare people like me with Aristotle, Wole Soyinka, Einstein… but I thank God say people dey see my head and my own difference.”
His followers, now calling themselves “students” of the Geh Geh University, continue to grow, raising questions about how social platforms are redefining fame and success in Nigeria.
His livestream success highlights both his popularity and the influence of social media platforms in elevating content creators across Africa. Geh Geh’s ability to turn personal challenges into meaningful online engagement has inspired users across the continent, with “Geh Geh University” becoming a trending phenomenon.
