Taaooma talks about growing up in Namibia, relationship, popularity and how she switches her roles
09 July 2020 |
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On Popsicles this week, we return with Apaokagi Adedoyin Maryam, popularly known as Taaooma. The comedienne, content creator and cinematographer talks about growing up in Namibia, her relationship, popularity and how she switches her roles effortlessly.
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