Upcoming Artist completes a 29-day trek-a-thon from Delta to Lagos to see Olamide
Tbaddo, a rising artist whose birth name is Oghenetega Erhavwiere, embarked on an extraordinary journey to meet his idol, the prominent Nigerian singer and rapper Olamide.
The 29-day trek-a-thon started in Delta State on January 12, 2024, and arrived in Lagos on February 11, 2024.
Armed with limited resources and just a bottled drink for sustenance, Tbaddo covered hundreds of kilometers during his trek.
His goal was simple, his reason for leaving Delta in search of Olamide was for him to ‘blow’, saying that meeting the Rapper would be all he needed to attain a lofty height in the entertainment industry.
Despite facing numerous challenges, including health issues upon reaching Lagos, Tbaddo’s spirit remained unbroken. In his own words, “I believe in my music, and I know Olamide’s support will help me reach greater heights”
He said he believes that a verse from Olamide would help him achieve his goal since he prides himself on his musical talent.
“I see that people in Lagos do not value what they have. Look, Olamide is a spiritually bad man, the problem is he only helps Yoruba people if he comes to music. Come close to Olamide very well and look at his eyes tell me what you see.
“Olamide is the only person that can blow me up in the music industry. If Olamide jumps into your song just forget about promotion you did blow be that.”
Tbaddo also disclosed that he has a song on the way titled ‘GuoGuo’ that he wants Olamide to jump on by blessing him with a verse.
Upon arriving in Lagos, Tbaddo reached out to Olamide, hoping that the renowned artist would bless his upcoming song titled ‘GuoGuo’ with a verse.
When asked by The Discoverer how he managed to survive the entire 29-day journey before reaching Lagos, he disclosed that he left Delta with limited funds and relied on careful budgeting, supplemented by energy from a bottled drink.
He said: “I only had 4500 with me when I left for the journey, Right now, I only have 700 with me here in Lagos. Hmmm, I have nothing to do. I better die than face the laughter of the world. Because right now people’s eyes are on me. I know Olamide will not like to tone me down. But if he does we leave the rest for God.”
Tbaddo said that his family members showed little interest in his trek-a-thon, adding that he felt that no one cares for a poor person.
“My family members do not need to worry about my life. Because you know when a man does not have money nobody cares about your life.
“You no this family people must of them are very bad. You no when I start this trekking journey dey are the one who said you are just killing myself for trekking Olamide we not even one to see you. But one thing I believe in life is God first.”
Tbaddo’s current location is at Aboki estate in Oniru Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria.
As Tbaddo awaits a response from Olamide, his incredible journey continues to inspire others, showcasing the power of passion and determination in the pursuit of artistic aspirations.
By Ezinne Okorie
