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Meet Nigeria’s Top 10 Comedy Kings and Their Hilarious Shows!

Nigeria is known for its vibrant diversity, and guess what? We share a common love for comedy that brings us all together. Our hilarious comedians are like the glue that binds our hearts with laughter, and they’re absolute legends at it. So, let’s dive into the world of humor and check out the top 10 funniest Nigerian comedians and their epic shows!

 

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1. Basketmouth: The man, the myth, the legend! Bright Okpocha, aka Basketmouth, has been tickling our funny bones since 2000. His “Basketmouth Uncensored” show is a riot, and he doesn’t hold back when poking fun at Nigerian politics and society.

 

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2. Bovi: Abovi Ugboma, popularly known as Bovi, isn’t just a comedian; he’s a multi-talented wizard in the world of humor. Check out “The Bovi Ugboma Show,” “Back to School,” “My Village People,” and “It’s Her Day.” And if you want a laugh-a-thon, “Bovi: Man on Fire” is your go-to!


3. Broda Shaggi: Samuel Animashaun Perry, or Broda Shaggi, went viral on social media with his side-splitting videos. “Oya Hit Me” is his show where he interviews celebs in his own unique style.

 

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4. Mark Angel: Mark Angel Nwogu is the mastermind behind Mark Angel Comedy on YouTube. Watch the “Emmanuella Comedy Series” for some wholesome laughs with Emmanuella, his niece, and the gang.

 

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5. Kenny Blaq: Musical comedy at its best! Otolorin Kehinde Peter, a.k.a. Kenny Blaq, will have you rolling with laughter while he adds humor to popular songs. Don’t miss “The Oxymoron of Kenny Blaq.”

 

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6. Akpororo: Jephthah Bowoto, aka Akpororo, brings spontaneity and energy to his comedy. He’s not just a comedian but a singer and dancer too. Catch his live comedy show, “Akpororo vs Akpororo,” for an unforgettable experience.

 

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7. Lasisi Elenu: Nosa Afolabi, known as Lasisi Elenu, will make you laugh your socks off with his hilarious rants. Using Snapchat filters, he lets out his frustrations about life in Nigeria in “Lasisi Rants.”


8. AY :  Ayodeji Richard Makun, or AY, is a big deal in the comedy world. He’s an actor, producer, and entrepreneur who’s behind some epic shows, movies, and TV series. “AY Live” is an event you don’t want to miss.


9. Funny Bone: Stanley Chibuna, aka Funny Bone, is all about sarcasm and satire. “Funny Bone Untamed” is a show where he dishes out jokes on everything from family to culture.

 

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10. Mr Macaroni: Debo Adebayo, the king of social media comedy, will have you in stitches with his “Freaky Freaky Daddy” show. He plays a sugar daddy trying to woo young ladies with hilarious outcomes.

In a country as diverse as Nigeria, these comedians are the heart and soul of our humor. From Basketmouth’s sharp wit to AY’s versatile comedy, each of them brings a unique flavor to the laughter scene. Whether you’re into musical comedy, quirky rants, or slapstick humor, these comedians have got you covered. Get ready for some serious belly-aching laughter, Nigeria! ???

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Written by Ekene Aka

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