Tyler the Creator is Nigerian

I just found out that Tyler the Creator, who won the best new Artiste in 2011's MTV VMAs is also Nigerian. He joins the likes of Wale, Chamillionaire, Tinie Tempah, on a list of international Acts of Nigerian Descent. Known for his wierd but highly creative music and the founder of the Neo-creative hip hop band OddFuture. Tyler Gregory Okonma has been on of the most creative intros to hip hop with the likes of Frank Ocean also been part of Odd Future.

Okonma also creates the Artwork for the group's release and also designs all the group's clothing and other merchandise. He has also co-directed some of the groups Music Videos. Here's the video that got him the 2011 MTV VMAs.