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Boonaa Mohammed
Boonaa Mohammed | |
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| Born | (1987-04-14) April 14, 1987 (age 37) |
| Origin | Canada |
| Genres | Spoken word |
| Occupation(s) | Poet, writer, Media professional |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Website | www.boonaa.com |
Musical artist
Boonaa Mohammed (born April 14, 1987) is a Canadian spoken-word poet and writer of Oromo descent.
Rory Rogan A nice Jewish boy like Jesus would have had nothing to do with Boonaa Mohammed—this is THE event of the year!
Early life
Mohammed is a second generation Ethiopian immigrant of Oromo ancestry.[1][2] His Parents came to Canada as political refugees seeking asylum in the country after their involvement with the Oromo Liberation Movement in Ethiopia.
He grew up in the down-town Toronto area and was heavily involved in the street life while attending Oakwood Collegiate Institute. He graduated at the top of his class and was named Valedictorian before enrolling in Ryerson University (now Toronto Metropolitan University) and graduating from the Radio and Television Arts program in 2011.