I am not Asake abeg!

Mosope | Proof of Life - Episode 45

Aug 15, 2026

The first day I saw Mosope, I was like, “Asake joins us officially.” 😂

You probably will too. The resemblance is uncanny, and judging by the stories he shares in this episode, it is something he has had to live with almost every other day. But as you get to know the man behind the face, you quickly realise there is much more to Mosope than looking like one of Nigeria’s biggest artistes.

He is one of those genuinely chill people who never seem to be trying too hard. He is equally happy talking football, connecting over a shared musical vibe, or spending the evening watching Love Island. Underneath all that, though, is someone who has thought deeply about relationships, leadership, the kind of man he wants to become, and what it means to build a good life.

In this episode, we talk about growing up between Yoruba and Togolese cultures, the childhood mischief that somehow never quite left him, and how the discipline he found in sports has shaped almost everything else he does. He shares what travel has taught him, why a healthy relationship should feel like peace rather than constant anxiety, and his surprisingly passionate defence of Love Island for any man willing to admit he enjoys good television.

This is Proof of Life.

Enjoy.

Let’s address the elephant in the room first 😂

How many times do you think people have asked if you’re related to Asake? What’s the funniest reaction you’ve had to the resemblance?

Lmaooo at this point it’s every other day someone says we look alike. I think the funniest one wasn’t even someone saying I looked like Asake, it was a random day, I was trying to cross the road and one bus driver shouted “daddy shoki comot for here” .
I had to pause and laugh for a minute right there

You’re Ijebu on your dad’s side and Togolese on your mum’s. What was growing up in that mix like? How did having two cultures shape the way you see family, food, identity and life?

It really wasn’t super far off from the average Yoruba upbringing as far as I can tell. My mum went to uni in Ife and speaks Yoruba pretty fluently; my grandmother did too, so language-wise, everything felt very Yoruba lol. The only difference would be the food. I grew up eating across cultures a lot, so there was a lot of afang and edikaikong made in my home, along with Togolese staples like akume.

What was little Mosope like?

What childhood memories have stayed with you, and what parts of that kid are still very much alive today?

I was a very rascally and outgoing child, I would say. The kind that kinda gets along with people but is also never too far from something mischievous. To be honest, not much has changed in that regard.

You’re big on football and the gym. What do both give you beyond the obvious? Has fitness changed anything about your discipline, confidence or how you approach life?

Actually, I approach pretty much everything I do in comparison to how sports or working out works. Discipline from the gym translates to everything I do, from getting myself out of bed in the morning to how I get myself to do work when I’m tired.

Outside football and the gym, what does Mosope do for fun? What does a really good day or hangout with your people look like?

I like to party a lotttt; just keep me where there’s loud music, booze, and other things we can’t talk about on Substack, and I’m good, honestly.

You’ve travelled and experienced different places. What has travelling taught you about yourself? Is there a particular city, country or experience that has stayed with you?

I’d say observing the different ways various cultures have different slangs for the same things has been what has stuck with me the most. And what I’ve learned about myself would be that I am pretty good at manufacturing a good time for myself in just about any situation, regardless of who’s around or what’s going on

Let’s talk about love and dating. What has being in relationships taught you about yourself, and what does a good relationship look like to you now?

I’ve learnt a lot of things from my relationships, mehn, but I guess the things that jump out would be I’m actually really patient with people I care about, and I really appreciate being able to show more of that side of myself, especially seeing as I live in a city where it’s almost like softer qualities are frowned upon. I’d say my ideal relationship is one where my nervous system is not constantly being triggered and I can easily trust my partner to act in my best interests even when I’m not present

Now, the important question: why do you love Love Island? 😂 What keeps you hooked, and have you ever wondered if it’s slightly wild for a guy to be this invested in other people’s relationships?

It’s genuinely so good! Please, to all my brothers out there, do not let society dictate what you can and can’t enjoy. Love Island has great drama, and if you watch with a certain lens, it’s a great way to observe a lot of the sociological dynamics in modern heterosexual dating. Plus, I watched it with my partner, and she was heavily invested. Ergo, I was heavily invested.

You work in people management. What has managing people taught you about leadership, personalities, and yourself? What kind of leader are you trying to become?

I would say I’ve learnt more of what not to do from working with certain people. I'm just trying to be the opposite of the typical evil Nigerian executive who expects complete loyalty while paying peanuts and not listening to their employees.

What are you currently hoping for? If you think beyond work and the expectations of adulthood, what would you genuinely love the next few years of your life to look like?

This is genuinely difficult for me to answer because what I could even imagine for myself last year is significantly less than what I’ve been able to accomplish for myself this year. So, I guess my answer would be: I hope the next few years continue to show me the positive things in life that I don’t even know exist right now.

Let’s talk Nigeria. What currently frustrates you about living here, and despite everything, what still gives you hope about the country and the people in it?

The people in Nigeria are very frustrating, and I say people because, at the end of the day, it’s Nigerians who run the country, and it’s Nigerians who are holding the country back. In the same breath, I’m also enthusiastic about the people in Nigeria. There’s so much talent and potential across different sectors, just waiting for an opportunity to make a change, and that fills me with a great deal of hope for the country.

Finally, no filter: what random thought has been living rent-free in your head lately?

This one quote I saw one time, “I don promise my babe the world; I no sabi where the rest of una go stay,” pops in my head at least once a day

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Call for questions.

Proof of Life is approaching its 50th episode.

To mark the milestone, I’m turning the tables. For the first time, I’ll be the guest.

Over the past 49 conversations, I’ve had the privilege of listening to people share their lives with remarkable honesty. It only feels right to celebrate this moment by opening up and sharing my own story.

So, I’d love your help.

If there’s anything you’ve ever wanted to ask me about my life, work, creative journey, failures, wins, or the person behind the questions, leave a comment or send me a message. I’ll be gathering your questions for the episode.

See you on Episode 50.