Ephraim is British-Sierra Leonean. Born and raised in London.

Ephraim began his career as a professional footballer with Queens Park Rangers and Aldershot FC, and competed as a sprinter at London’s Olympic Stadium. He later transitioned into entertainment, creating the viral comedy character Dr Abu and building a global following through light-hearted, family-friendly sketches that celebrate African culture and everyday life.

His content has amassed over 2.5 million followers and more than 3 billion views across platforms. Ephraim has expanded into mainstream acting, writing and producing, starring in and developing projects around the Dr Abu character, including scripted series work. He has collaborated with major brands and studios, including Disney (interviewing Hollywood talent such as Jamie Lee Curtis and Tiffany Haddish) and a high-profile WhatsApp campaign for Meta.

In 2024 Ephraim was named Best Influencer Actor in the UK. Ephraim continues to blend comedy, storytelling and character work, using his platform to entertain and inspire audiences worldwide.