Veteran actor Abiodun Ayoyinka, widely celebrated for his decades-long portrayal of the iconic character Papa Ajasco, has announced a rebranding of his public persona.
In a video posted on Instagram on Saturday, Ayoyinka formally introduced his new stage name: Bondu Alaska. The move comes in the wake of his recent claims of financial hardship and a public dispute with Wale Adenuga, founder of Wale Adenuga Productions, over restrictions on the use of the “Papa Ajasco” brand.
“Ladies and Gentlemen, good morning Nigerians. My name is Bondu Alaska. The one and only Bondu Alaska,” he declared in the viral clip. Expressing gratitude for the support he received after his recent interview, he added, “I want to use this medium to thank Nigerians because they have done a lot in my life. I’m a new person now, and I promise that I will not let you down.”
Further signaling this new chapter, Ayoyinka has updated his Instagram handle to @bondualaska_, urging fans and brands to connect with him under his new identity.
Despite the rebranding, many fans find it difficult to let go of the nostalgic “Papa Ajasco” persona. One user, hhenriey, commented, “You are Papa Ajasco, not Bondu Alaska. We’ll help you spread it to the world.” Another, official_igbalodedjpizzle, joked, “Na Papa Ajasco. Nothing wey you wan tell him cuz NEPA na still NEPA.”
The rebranding appears to be a strategic response to legal limitations surrounding his former role. The Telegraph reports that Wale Adenuga described Ayoyinka’s claims of being “broke” as “misleading” and “untrue,” noting that the actor had benefited from various incentives over the years, including multiple vehicles. Adenuga clarified that while the “Papa Ajasco” brand must be protected from “inappropriate usage,” actors were never barred from taking on independent projects outside the show.
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Veteran actor Abiodun Ayoyinka, widely known for his decades-long portrayal of the iconic character Papa Ajasco, has announced a rebranding of his public identity.
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