A young Nigerian known as Geh Geh has garnered significant attention online after his TikTok live session on Thursday drew a staggering 177,000 viewers and reportedly earned him gifts valued at over $30,000. The social media personality, who refers to his online platform as the University of Wisdom and Understanding, has been generating considerable interest with his unorthodox approach to advising men on relationships and finances. In a video he posted after the live session, Geh Geh stated, More than 177,000 people watched my lectures today. Jesus! University of wisdom and understanding, the only university where once you graduate, women will be hesitant to request financial assistance from you.
Describing himself as the “first illiterate to establish a university in Nigeria’s history,” Geh Geh recounted his unexpected rise to prominence, stating, “I am not a university graduate, but by God’s grace, I have established a school. As an orphan, I have received an outpouring of love from Nigerians.” According to him, the gifts received during the live broadcast were valued at approximately $30,000, a feat he characterized as transformative.
See the gift I made worth over $30,000. I will appreciate more gifts when they give me today. The gift is worth about $30,000. I will not take this love for granted, because I did not really do anything for it,” he said in a follow-up video after the live video became a hit.
The viral moment has been hailed by many as a form of digital empowerment, proof that even those without formal education can leverage social media to build influence, create entertainment, and earn a living. While his controversial teachings on money and women have sparked debates online, his story is now being seen as an inspiration to underprivileged youths. Reflecting on the overwhelming support, he added, “If Nigeria were a country that valued great people, by now they would be comparing people like me to Aristotle, Wole Soyinka, and Einstein… but I thank God that people see my unique perspective and value my individuality.” His followers, now calling themselves “students” of the Geh Geh University, continue to grow, raising questions about how social platforms are redefining fame and success in Nigeria.
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