Jude Dawam
- Born
- 1979-01-31 (age 47)
- Birthplace
- Lagos, Plateau State, Nigeria
- Occupation
- Radio Personality, Actor, Musician, Master Of Ceremony, Motivational Speaker, Content Creator, Music Promoter
- Spouse
- Elohor Thomas-Dawam
- Alma Mater
- University of Jos
- AKA
- Uncle Jude, Alhaji Tanko, Longplan
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EARLY LIFE
Jude Thomas Longtong Dawam was born in Lagos on January 31, 1979. His ancestors are from Pankshin, Plateau State. He holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Jos, Nigeria.
CAREER
Jude Dawam began his career as a musician, initially with the group B Flat and later forming Evolution Six, which was a runner-up in the 2007 Star Quest Nigeria competition. In 2007, he transitioned into radio broadcasting, working at Kiss FM and Vision FM in Abuja before moving to Dream 92.5 FM, Enugu, in 2013, where he became Head of Programs. He won the 2014 Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Award for Outstanding Radio Program Presenter – South-East (Morning Ride 5am–11am). He also served as a regional judge for Project Fame West Africa (2015) and the MTV Base VJ Search (2016). His acting debut was in 2016 with cameo roles in 'Poka Messiah' and a supporting role in 'Mummy Why', for which he received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the Calabar Movie Awards. In 2020, he gained prominence using his alias 'Alhaji Tanko', a comical and satirical character of Hausa origin, featuring in comedy skits and music.
PERSONAL LIFE
Jude Thomas Dawam is married to Elohor Thomas-Dawam, and they have two children, a daughter named Christabel and a son named Christopher.
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