10 Things I Know About You... Okojie a proud nerd

Header image for Interrobang article Ebehi Okojie a multitalented MIA student.

Ebehi Okojie is in her first year of Fanshawe's Music Industry Arts program. "I'm a huge nerd, but one of the coolest ones," she laughed. "I love music and want to be a singer. I give 110 per cent in everything I do. I'm a perfectionist. I'm a sports junkie who loves basketball, football and volleyball. I'm always there for my friends and family, no matter what."

1. Why are you here?
To get closer to my dream of being in the music industry.

2. What was your life-changing moment?
When Grandpa passed away, and his last words were for me to become a leader.

3. What music are you currently listening to?
"Let Her Go" by Passenger.

4. What is the best piece of advice you've ever received?
You have a big heart, but sometimes you need to learn how to lock it down, and put your feelings and yourself first.

5. Who is your role model?
My mum, my high school vocal teacher, and my vocal coach.

6. Where in the world have you travelled?
British Columbia; a few cities in Ontario; many states in the U.S.; and Jamaica when I was younger.

7. What was your first job?
The one I have now: I am a scorekeeper, timekeeper and anthem singer in the Athletics department.

8. What would your last meal be?
A giant bowl of strawberries.

9. What makes you uneasy?
Disgusting things like roadkill and annoying sounds like fingernails on a chalkboard and knives screeching on a dinner plate.

10. What is your passion?
Music, but more specifically, singing.

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