IllRymz

About

Born Olowu Bordia Adebola and known by the stage name IllRymz, this Nigerian entertainer is famous for hosting both Nigerian Idol and Radio Outloud with Nokia & ILL.

Before fame

After studying communications at the University of Lagos, he made his television debut as the host of Nokia First Chance.

Trivia

A musician as well as a television personality, he released his debut single, "NO MAGO MAGO!," in 2006.

Family life

The son of an Iranian mother and a Nigerian father belonging to the Yoruba ethnic group, he spent his youth in Lagos, Nigeria.

Associated with

He interviewed the American rapper Nas at the SoundCity Music Video Awards.