Top 10 Funniest Comedians In Nigeria
In recent times, stand up comedy as an aspect of entertainment has gained much popularity and patronage in Africa. Just like musicians, comedians are becoming celebrities in Africa and beyond. They are as well beginning to earn much fame, recognition and wealth. It will no longer sound strange if a child says he or she wants to be a comedian in future. Seeing that comedy now pays, a lot of young people in Nigeria, and Africa have taken to comedy as a career.
Nigerian comedians are among the best in the globe. They are as good as ever, and can easily turn a blue day to a very merry one with their hilarious and rib-cracking jokes.
Nigerians are naturally funny, but it takes a very talented comedian to make a Nigerian laugh, especially with the depressing economic situation.
Here are the top 10 funniest comedians in no particular order.
10. Alibaba: Ali Baba’s real name is Alibaba Akporobome. He is popularly called the Grand Comedian of the Federal Republic (GCFR), a title which he carved out for himself as not only the father of all comedians, but as one of the best in his field. Ali Baba is said to be the man who invented the concept of stand up comedy in Nigerian history. Ali Baba is also an event pioneer and M.C. for most top celebrations in Nigeria; ranging from the Presidency to other political figures in and outside the country.
9. Julius Agwu: Julius Agwu goes by the nick name ‘Julius d genius’. He is one of the few comedians with a future to serve their state. He has also carved a niche for himself in the world of Comedy. Julius Agwu also delves into music. He has also mentioned his intentions to be the next governor of his state.
8. Saka: Uncle Saka is not a stand up comedian like the others, but in his very way is regarded as one of the funniest comedians in Nigeria. Saka was the former Etisalat Ambassador that ported to MTN in a whooping N20m deal. He sang the song “I Don Port go MTN”, an act which left many Etisalat fans devastated as to why their icon would port to MTN. Etisalat is yet to recover from this.
7. Gordons: Gordons is definately one of the most hilarious comedians in Nigeria. He calls himself Comedy Barlusconi under the ODP (Osusu Democratic Party). Gordon tells numerous self-composed jokes. He has a flair for Ministry-based jokes with his frequent mention of movement to the “permanent site” and his steady slang of often saying “Halleluyah” in-between jokes.
6. A.Y.: AY Makun is no doubt one of the most creative comedians in Nigeria, and in Africa. The stand up comedian is also an entertainer, actor, a musician, and a TV host of his popular “Who Wants to Be A Billionaire” which often features other comedians, especially Bovi. He also has his AY Live lines of Entertainment. He has acted his mini movies with top celebrities like Genevieve Nnaji, Mercy Johnson, Tonto Dikeh, and many others.
