Entertainment
Niger Delta Comedians Storm PH For Project Laugh 3
Last Sunday, September
22nd, marked a turning point in the comic career of popular Port Harcourt comedian, Prince Hezekiah as comedians from the Niger Delta region stormed the State capital for the third edition of the project laugh gospel invation hosted by the Prince of comedy himself.
Despite the poor turnout of the audience and absence of top comedians as expected, the event recorded a huge success as those who turned out for the show where fully entertained, while some ribs were cracked as a result of the hilarious jokes by the comedians. The audience was equally thrilled by seasoned musicians and professional dancers who complimented the efforts of the humour merchants.
The Artrium event centre stadium road Port Harcourt came alive when some of the popular rib crackers mounted the stager for their historic performances. They included:
The host, Prince Hezekiah, Mr Aporoko (Bayelsa), Laff Prophet (Edo State), Warrri boy, Erujeje (Lagos), Dr. Bunny Hill (Delta), Mad Prophet (Calabar) and Angel the laugh (Bayelsa)
Others were: Dr. Sango, Apostle Paul etc, the musicians that entertained included Pastor Afonye Douglas from Rivers State, Emmycute, (Lagos/PH) while the professional dancers that thrilled the audience were Liberty Production group and 001 dance group amongst others.
Amongst other guest and professional colleagues of the prince of comedy who graced the occasion were, Peter Stone cold, Eddy of Eddy’s wine bar, Baba Ikolo Baba Funky, Akas Baba and Poriko of Wazobia Fm, Arinze Baba and a host of other showbiz personalities.
Commenting on the show, one of the comedians, Mr. Gift Loveday, popularly known as Mc Aporoko from Bayelsa State, said it was a great pleasure to perform at the event. He stated though the turnout was not as expected, the event was a huge success and scored it 80%. According to him; the few that came had fun and they were not going to regret coming to the show or the money spent on tickets.
Mc Aporokoi who has been performing in the comedy industry for the past six years, said”, comedy has been good to me just as I have been good to it. It is a profession and the greatest thing that can happen to any young man, it makes you happy and makes people happy as well.”
He noted that comedy yesterday was all about husthing, but today, it has became a profession,” today we just come out, crack some jokes and get paid for it, comedy has taken us to a higher level as far as entertainment is concerned,’ he said.
Also speaking, the funniest man on Earth, Angel D’ Laugh said he came to the show, to support his friend, Prince Hezekiah, to make sure that Port Harcourt retains it leading position as the home of entertainment in Nigeria and to also contribute towards the success of project laff3, Gospel invation.
For Gospel artiste, Emmy cute who has been playing professional music for the past 15 years, the project laff show is a great one as far as 2013 is concerned. He maintained that music and comedy are pulling weigt here in Port Harcourt and it is a thing the society cannot do without because it makes people happy and relaxes the mind.
The Isoko, Delta State born showbiz personality has an album in the market currently that is making waves titled “Eureka which contains 15 great gospel songs, while a comic album with one to five parts are in the pipeline. He called for sponsorship to enable them shoot the video which he said will contribute greatly to the improvement of comedy and music videos Nigeria.
The Tide Entertainment reports that International stars Busta Rhymes and Gunna topped the bill, while the festival showcased a powerhouse roster of African talent including Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Shenseea, Phyno, Fave, Juma Jux, Qing Madi, and Diamond Platnumz, among others.
The festival launched December 7 with an eye-catching opening ceremony featuring aerial ballet performers, establishing an elevated artistic vision for the weeks ahead. That first night brought Nigerian heavyweights Wande Coal, Young Jonn, Ice Prince, Darey, Fola, Shoday, and Jerry Shaffer to the stage.
The Federal Ministry of Art and Culture partnered with the festival, with Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa acknowledging Detty December Fest as a vital force in Nigeria’s cultural landscape. She emphasized its impact on amplifying the country’s creative presence internationally and driving holiday tourism.
The 2025 edition raised the bar for live entertainment in Lagos, building on Detty December’s established reputation as a catalyst for tourism, entertainment, and economic growth during the year-end season.
The milestone was confirmed on Monday by FilmOne, the movie’s distributor, who announced that the film is now the fastest title in West Africa to cross ?1 billion. The achievement further cements Akindele’s dominance in the Nigerian film industry.
Since its release, Behind the Scenes has shattered multiple records. It posted the highest single-day box office gross ever on Boxing Day, earning an impressive ?129.5 million. It is also the highest-grossing film of 2025 so far, and remarkably, it marks Akindele’s third movie to cross the ?1 billion mark, a feat no other director has achieved.
The Tide Entertainment reports that with this latest success, Akindele has strengthened her position as Nollywood’s highest-grossing producer of all time, becoming the first filmmaker to deliver three billion-naira blockbusters within a single calendar year.
Reacting to the achievement, the actress and filmmaker expressed heartfelt gratitude to her supporters, collaborators, and distributors, while also revealing the film’s growing international reach.
“Over the years, I’ve always valued my fans, because without God and you, I am nobody,” she wrote.“Thank you all for coming out to watch this movie and for supporting my brand through the years.Thank you to the distributors, my colleagues—especially those not in the movie who still came out to meet and greet my fans.Big love to the cast and crew. This is only the beginning; let’s take Behind the Scenes even further.”
She also disclosed that the film is currently screening in cinemas across two European countries and the United States, signaling its expanding global appeal.
Akindele’s box office dominance has been nothing short of historic. In 2023, Battle on Buka Street became Nollywood’s highest-grossing film with ?640 million. She raised the bar again in January 2024 when A Tribe Called Judah became the first Nigerian movie to hit ?1 billion. Later that year, Everybody Loves Jenifa broke another record, grossing ?1.6 billion to become the highest-earning film in West African history.
Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face, has revealed his former bandmate Faze’s position in the long-running rift between him and their other ex-bandmate, Blackface.
The Tide Entertainment recalls that Blackface and 2Face have been involved in an on-and-off feud over the years, with the former repeatedly accusing the latter of intellectual property theft, allegations 2Face has consistently denied.
Addressing fans midway through his performance at the Made in Benue Festival in Makurdi recently, 2Face said Faze has maintained a neutral stance in the dispute between him and Blackface.
He stressed that the rift does not involve Faze in any way.
“You all know that Plantashun Boiz consisted of Blackface, 2Face and Faze. But due to some unforeseen circumstances, Blackface is not with us right now.
“However, no matter the beef wey me and Blackface get, nothing concern Faze inside. So, Faze is right here with me and we will represent Plantashun Boiz,” he said.
The rift between Blackface and 2Face began after Plantashun Boiz disbanded in the 2000s.
Following their split, Blackface blamed 2Face for the breakup and accused him of song theft.
The relationship between the duo has remained strained over the years despite several attempts at reconciliation, with peace efforts often short-lived.