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Nigerian comedy has seen rapid growth in the last 2 decades in the entertainment industry in Nigeria and we will discuss the top richest comedian in Nigeria. The growth of this industry has yielded a lot of talent with mind-blowing net worth which might be seem impossible or hard to believe.
Some comedians in Nigeria are billionaires and millionaires with eye-popping net worth and we list the top 10 richest comedians in Nigeria currently.
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1. Ali Baba – Net Worth ₦3 Billion
Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome is popularly known as Ali Baba, is a Nigerian stand-up comedian, actor and a master of ceremonies. He is regarded as the originator, creator and Innovator of the Nigerian comedy industry.
Ali Baba is also won the most awarded in Nigeria Comedy industry, with over 15 accolades to his name. Ali Baba is the richest comedian in Nigeria with an estimated net of 3 billion Naira.
2. A Y – Net Worth ₦2.5 Billion
Ayodeji Richard Makun professionally known as A.Y, is a Nigerian actor, comedian, writer, producer, radio and TV presenter and movie director.
He is responsible for most of the comedy shows you see around which are mostly hosted every now and then including A.Y live shows.
Today, he has produced a series of movies that were all commercial successes. They include 30 days in Atlanta, A trip to Jamaica, The wedding party, 10 days in Sun City, American Driver, and Merry men.
Ayo Makun is such an iconic comedian in the comedy industry, so much that his work was recognized and he was endowed with the U.N Peace ambassador.
A Y is the second in the top 10 richest comedians in Nigeria with estimated net worth of ₦2.5 billion.
3. Basketmouth – Net Worth ₦2.1 Billion
Bright Okpocha is well known as Basketmouth, he is a Nigerian comedian, actor and a talisman in coordinating events and ceremonies. He has organized popular stand-up comedy concerts like Basketmouth Uncensored across the globe.
Basketmouth is so good that has won the National Comedy Award and the awards for Best Stand-up Comedian of the Year in 2005 and 2006 respectively.
Basketmouth is also a regular appearance in the Africa Magic show “My Flatmates” and he has an endorsement deals which with Globacom. Basketmouth has an estimated net worth of 2.1 Billion Naira making him 3rd richest Nigerian comedian.
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4. I Go Dye – Net Worth ₦1.8 Billion
Francis Agoda is professionally known as I Go Dye or I Go Die, he is a Nigerian comedian, writer, a motivational speaker and social crusader. He has organized several international comedy shows such as “Igodye Standing”.
I Go die is one of the few celebrities who have had an outstanding career in the comedy industry till date. But as the saying goes, “never judge a book by its cover” he is one of the richest comedian in Nigeria with as an estimated net worth of 1.8 Billion Naira.
5. Julius Agwu – Net Worth ₦1.5 Billion
Julius Agwu is a Nigerian comedian, actor, singer and MC. Julius Agwu is the MD/CEO of Reellaif Limited, music, and movie production company. He is the producer behind comedy shows like Crack Ya Ribs, Laff 4 Christ’s Sake and Festival of Love.
He is also an entertainment consultant and motivational speaker. He is one of the talented funny character in the comedy industry and currently boast of an estimated net worth of ₦1.5 billion.
6. Okey Bakassi – Net Worth ₦800 million
Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, he is professionally known as Okey Bakassi is a Nigerian comedian and actor. He won the “Best Actor in a Leading Role (Igbo)” category at the 2014 edition of the Best of Nollywood Awards for his role in the film Onye Ozi.
He is a clearly gifted Comedian who skillfully provide his audience with jokes with so much calm and collection. He is the 6th on the list of the richest Comedian in Nigeria with estimated net worth of ₦800 million.
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7. Bovi – Net Worth ₦600 million
Bovi Ugboma is popularly known by his stage name “Bovi” and his naturally humorous character. He is a Nigerian comedian, actor and writer. He has organized popular stand-up comedy concerts like Bovi Man on Fire across the globe.
He has earns a lot when it comes to shows, hosting, Endorsements, business ventures, and all other activities that add up to make his net worth. He has an estimated net worth of ₦600 million.
8. Gbenga Adeyinka – Net Worth ₦500 million
Gbenga Adeyinka is a multi-award-winning Nigerian comedian, radio and TV presenter, actor, MC and a writer. He refers to himself as CFR (Comedian of the Federal Republic) and now GCON (Grand Comedian of Nigeria).
He speaks different Nigerian languages – a skill that has improved his success in the comedy industry. With an estimated net worth of ₦500 million Gbenga Adeyinka is the 8th richest comedian in Nigeria.
9. Gordons – Net Worth ₦400 million
Godwin Komone well known as Gordons is a Nigerian comedian and musical artist. He is funny man in everything he does and It is just impossible to not like this man due to his rich sense of humor.
Gordons also earns a whole lot from his endorsement with Globacom in a multi-million contract as an ambassador for the telecom giant. He is one of the richest comedian in Nigeria with an estimated net worth of ₦400 million.
10. Akpororo – Net Worth ₦350 million
Bowoto Jephthah Tanimola professionally known as Akpororo, is a Nigerian stand-up comedian, actor and a vocalist. He has a unique way of displaying and discharging his jokes in a very charismatic manner that leaves everyone laughing extremely hard.
Akpororo career has earned him some endorsements, which also allowed him to host shows independently. His net worth is estimated to be ₦350 million making him one of the richest comedians in Nigeria.
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