A resurfaced video from 2018 showing Nigerian music sensation Asake during a humble visit to the palace of the Ooni of Ife has captivated social media, drawing powerful reactions to his remarkable journey to stardom.
From Palace Floor to King's Side: The Viral Throwback
The clip, which emerged online in December 2025, captures a moment from 2018 when Asake, whose real name is Ahmed Ololade, visited the revered monarch, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, in Ile-Ife, Osun State. At the time, the artist was largely unknown to the mainstream music scene.
In the video, a playful Asake is seen sitting on the floor near the Ooni. Another segment shows him interacting with content creators Broda Shaggi and Yemi Elesho (Broda Nuru), who were more prominent figures at the time. The footage stands in stark contrast to his recent return to the palace as a global superstar, where he was accorded a seat of honour beside the monarch.
A Full-Circle Moment for the Afrobeats Star
This throwback gained traction following Asake's highly publicized return to Ile-Ife and his alma mater, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), in late 2025. His homecoming included a dramatic arrival via helicopter at OAU and a courtesy visit to the Ooni's palace, this time accompanied by his mother, socialite Yhemolee, actor Lala, and his crew.
The 2018 visit predates his meteoric rise to fame, which began in 2022 after he was signed by YBNL Nation boss Olamide. His career skyrocketed shortly after, leading to sold-out international shows, including a historic performance at London's prestigious O2 Arena.
Netizens Hail Consistency and Humility
The side-by-side comparison of Asake's two palace visits has sparked a wave of inspirational comments online. Social media users have praised his growth, perseverance, and maintained humility.
One user, king_tobiloba, noted the symbolic shift: "The last time he was there he sat on the floor. Today they gave him a sit beside the king!"
Another comment from some_b_o_d_y_ highlighted the turn of events: "This life, na turn by turn if you really work hard. It was Shaggi as the main man and now Asake."
Others, like fumzeeygold, pointed to the power of consistency: "Consistency on your grind will take you places you never imagined... diligence will take you to Kings." User MrRadnah commended the star's character: "He understands how to give respect and honour to those who deserve it."
The resurfaced video serves as a potent reminder of Asake's humble beginnings and his extraordinary trajectory in the Afrobeats world, inspiring many with a narrative of hard work, patience, and transformative success.
