Chinko Ekun talks about his favourite meals and food routine

Nigerian rapper and songwriter, Oladipo Olamide Emmanuel, known professionally as Chinko Ekun. Born 13 September 1993 in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria to a family of three, where he is the second child, Chinko Ekun attended Blessing Nursery and Primary School, Oshodi, Lagos State and Remade Nursery and Primary School, Igando, Lagos State. He eventually attended Baptist Model High School, Ijegun, Lagos State for his secondary education, and graduated with a degree in law from Obafemi Awolowo University. In this fresh interview, the Able God crooner shares about his food and nutrition routine in this brief chat.

How often do you go shopping for food?

I always shop for food once a week. I don’t miss it.

Do you take note of the nutritional value of the things you eat everyday?

I’m not always cautious of that, but I do it sometimes.

Have you ever eaten something that made you ill?

Yes, I have. There was a time I ate a burger in Ibadan that didn’t go well with my body. I fell ill afterwards.

What’s the strangest eating etiquette you’ve ever encountered?

The strangest eating etiquette I encountered was when I saw some Indians sitting on the floor and eating rice with their hands. It was strange to me and I was surprised.

Do you like trying new foods?

Yes, I like to try new food, especially if it looks nice. But I try to avoid sugary things.

How many meals do you eat in a day?

I eat twice a day.

What is your best snack?

Shawarma is my best snack. I really love eating it.

What is your favourite ethnic food?

My favorite ethnic food is pounded yam and efo riro (vegetable) with ponmo (cow hide).

What intercontinental food do you like the most?

I love fish fillet, green vegetable and pasta.

What fruit do you eat the most?

I love to eat apples.

 If you were to relocate abroad, what food would you miss most in Nigeria?

I would miss amala and ewedu so much.

Do you think a vegetarian diet is better than a diet that includes meat?

Yes, I think it’s healthier.

Are there any food you didn’t eat as a child that you eat now?

Yes, I didn’t like semo as a child, but I eat it now.

Do you try new recipes from cookbooks and the Internet?

No, I don’t do that. I can’t risk my life and health.