Popular Yoruba actor Wale Akorede, widely known as Okunnu, has become the center of online attention after appearing in a viral video from indigenous rapper Olamide's press conference in Canada.
Olamide's University Engagement Goes Viral
The video, which surfaced on Tuesday, November 14, 2025, shows the Nollywood star seated among university students at York University in Canada as Olamide addressed the gathering. The event was part of Olamide's promotional activities ahead of his concert in the country.
A separate viral picture also captured the moment Okunnu posed with Nigerian students at the university, immediately sparking various reactions and rumors across social media platforms.
Social Media Reactions and Rumors
The actor's appearance generated significant buzz on X (formerly Twitter), with many Nigerians commenting on his transformation and speculating about his activities in Canada. While some suggested he might be studying at the institution, others confirmed that Okunnu had previously relocated to Canada to join his family.
Social media users shared mixed reactions to the actor's presence at the academic event. User @berrymaduka questioned: "Na class him dey for Europe?" while @Kayweezy11 humorously noted: "Okunnu wey tell me that time to go learn gen mechanic....hin pikin dey Canada o."
Another user, @Oloye, claimed the actor was indeed studying in Canada, referencing a previous interview with Kunle Afod where Okunnu allegedly mentioned his educational pursuits.
Family Relocation and Career Transition
Multiple sources confirmed that the veteran actor, famous for his comic roles in Yoruba movies, has been relocating his family to Canada over recent years. User @opeyemibowyer shared: "When my uncle was processing his Japa with his family in 2017 he confirmed to me that Okunu was also doing japa for his family. Man worked off to get his family to Canada."
Additional comments revealed that Okunnu's wife and children have been living abroad for years, with some users claiming the actor holds American citizenship and had been frequently traveling between countries before settling in Canada.
The viral incident comes months after family photos of Okunnu trended online, showing his children's transformation abroad and sparking admiration from fans worldwide.
Meanwhile, Olamide's press conference also made headlines for his declaration about Wizkid being "the greatest Afrobeats artist ever after Fela", a statement that ignited debates among music enthusiasts across Nigeria.
