Alax Evalsam, the viral Nigerian fish pie seller, reveals he has not profited from his online fame. Despite millions of views on TikTok, Alax shares how he was exploited, with rumors of large sums of money being untrue. His shop remains empty, and he's learning to monetize social media.
Alax Evalsam, the Nigerian fish pie vendor who went viral for his catchy “Fish Pie” tune on TikTok, has shared his struggles since gaining internet fame. In August 2024, his video showcasing his singing while selling fish pies amassed millions of views.
Despite the widespread attention, rumors began circulating that Alax had received large sums of money from celebrities. However, he recently revealed that these claims were false, stating that he had not received significant financial support.
According to Alax, his shop remains empty, and he has not profited from his online presence. He also clarified that someone else stole and used his first Facebook account. Alax expressed frustration over being exploited, explaining that he is learning to monetize his social media presence. Despite the setbacks, he remains hopeful and continues to survive with faith
