Nigerian artist Bella Shmurda has revealed information about his modest upbringing, including the fact that he once packaged goods for an Aliko Dangote-owned company at a factory in Ikorodu.
In an interview with Echo Room, the musician revealed that he had no other source of money and made ₦20,000 a month at the time.
He noted that life was difficult at the time and classified the experience as difficult.
Despite the challenges, Bella Shmurda considered the work as a part of his journey and claimed that it helped him mould his outlook and personal development.
The interview proceeded as planned.
“I went to work in Ikorodu at Dangote’s company as those that package indomie,” said Bella Shmurda.
“How much were you making?” asked the interviewer.
Bella Shmurda: “I was earning twenty thousand dollars a month.”
“N20K each month – were you making any additional money over the side?” asked the interviewer.
“No, it was only that 20K o,” said Bella Shmurda. However, everything is OK; it was an adventure for me.
“Was it everything good at that time?” asked the interviewer.
Bella Shmurda: “Oh, it wasn’t all good. I wouldn’t visit the factory if it were.” However, everything is well. I just recently realised those things.
Watch the video below.
Key points
- Bella Shmurda’s Humble Beginnings: Nigerian artist Bella Shmurda shared that he grew up modestly and once worked packaging goods at a factory in Ikorodu, owned by Aliko Dangote.
- Income During Early Work Life: He revealed that his only source of income at the time was a monthly salary of ₦20,000, with no additional earnings.
- Challenging Life Experiences: Bella Shmurda described his early life work experience as difficult and not entirely pleasant, but views it as a critical part of his personal growth.
- Reflection on Past Work: Despite the hardships, he considers his early job at the factory as an adventure that helped shape his outlook on life.
- Recognition of Personal Development: He now views these challenging experiences as influential in his personal development and journey to success.
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