“How I worked as a bus conductor for 8 years in Lagos to make ends meet” – Ibrahim Chatta opens up on his past struggles

Popular multi talented Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta has opened up on how he struggles in the past as a bus conductor.

In an interview with his colleague, Biola Bayo, for her Talk to B podcast, he disclosed that he once lived in a room with 9 people, and it was difficult. He said he would walk from Agege to Ikeja and even worked as a bus conductor for eight years.

The movie star explained how he has worked so hard in life and prayed that God crowns his efforts.

I lived in a room with 9 people and it was difficult. I do walk from Agege to Ikeja back then. I became a bus conductor later. I did it for eight years of my life. Working from Iyan Oba, Oshodi Eko, from one bus to another. I have worked so hard in life, may God crown my effort”.

Ibrahim has no doubt come a long way in his career. Just a few days back, his colleague, Odunlade Adekola had honored him with a recognition award for his contribution to the Yoruba movie industry.

Zainab Odunayo
Zainab Odunayo
Zainab Odunayo is a News Reporter at Wakadaily News, specializing in politics and current affairs. With a strong passion for storytelling and a keen interest in social issues, Zainab brings insightful perspectives to her reporting.

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