The internet has been abuzz with Oga Duke, a Nigerian pet influencer and content creator who creates content with his dog Duke. In the last four months, Oga Duke has become the most popular and followed pet influencer in Nigeria, boasting a following of more than 250K on Instagram.
Who is Oga Duke?
Hailing from Ogun State, Oreoluwa Osoba is famously known as Oga Duke. With a first-class degree in computer science, he has lived most of his life in Lagos State and is the youngest in his family.
He sees himself as a source of amusement for his family, making them laugh and having a close circle of buddies. He also prides himself on his singing ability and cooking prowess.
Despite his other talents, it was his exceptional communication skills and his knack for displaying pooches as pets that made him famous.
Suddenly, he went from being a mere neighbor to an internet star, and he continues to hold the attention of viewers with the one-of-a-kind content of “Oga Duke & Duke”.
He has had a strong affinity for animals since he was a kid, consistently looking after them. Although he had a run-in with a dog on the street that almost left him with a bite, he has still kept his fondness for creatures untouched.
Oga Duke puts a strong emphasis on animal welfare and is a fervent supporter of animal rights, weaving motivational messages into his work.
He welcomed a tiny schnauzer pup, Duke, into his family when she was only three months old. When their heartwarming story was shared online, the public was in awe of the strong relationship between the two and Duke’s endearing character.
The proud owner once revealed that Duke has been a great mentor, teaching lessons in perseverance, compassion, and cheerfulness. Duke’s vibrant and outgoing character has been said to have been a major factor in unlocking Oga Duke’s more tranquil side.
The effort and consideration Oga Duke puts into Duke are showcased in Duke’s fashionable outfits featured on his Instagram page.
Oga Duke’s Fame & His Relationship With His Dog
He never expected the reaction he would get when he started making content with his dog. Over the last four months, his name has been widely known among pet lovers in Nigeria.
Oga Duke has seen a meteoric rise in popularity, acquiring more than 250,000 followers on Instagram, gaining YouTube partnership status, and gaining thousands of subscribers for his YouTube channel, making him a true celebrity.
He confessed that he had not expected to become so well-known. He said,
“I never knew I would be famous or become a pet influencer and content creator, but my dog and I have a unique bond and my friends would always record us when they visit and laugh so much”.”
When Oga took in Duke as a three-month-old Miniature Schnauzer, the pair instantly won hearts with the first video they shared of their connection. People were captivated by Duke’s character and the bond between him and Oga.
“A lot of people don’t know that Duke has taught me a lot, I learnt to be more patient when I got him as I had to potty train him and teach him commands myself without a dog trainer.”
Oga Duke also added that his dog helped him become a better person and more social.
“I also learnt to be more caring and to be more playful. I used to be really uptight but Duke is a very active, friendly and fun loving dog; he brought me out of my shell. Duke likes to meet everyone so most time I end up making friends because of him.”
