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Behold Nigeria’s Top 10 Comedians In 2018 So Far

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7 years ago

August 17, 2018

There is no doubt that comedy is a lucrative business in Nigeria Years back nobody knew comedy would turn into a profession that can put food on a man’s table, it is today a noble profession, a professional entertainment consisting of jokes and sketches intended to make an audience laugh. In modern sense, comedy refers to any discourse or work generally intended to be humorous or amusing by inducing laughter.
Today we talk about the top 10 comedians as of 2018 so far in Nigeria, no net worth estimation is attached, but certain details about their wealth and how they make their money are mentioned. The list is based on how much they charge per show and how often they get called for shows their endorsement deals and assets, their successful shows and digital market worth.
Below are the top 10 comedians in Nigeria presently and they are listed in descending order as follows.
Yaw: He is quite a very popular comedian and makes from MTN Adverts, radio presentation, event anchoring, equipment leasing and so many other businesses. Yaw has his own share of exclusive properties among the elite.
Okay Bakkasc: Okey Bakkasi is a comedian actor and politician, he started acting and doing standup comedy while still in the university. He was the Senior Special Assistant to the former Governor of Imo State Ikedim Ohakim. He is a house hold name in the entertainment industry.
Seyi Law: Seyi Law won the AY comedy competition in 2006 and since then he has been blossoming as a standup comedian. He is always at most events for performance and has his own show. He is the big deal in South-West, he attends almost every show or concerts organised in any South-Western States. Seyi often attend many shows outside Nigeria too.
Julius Agwu: With two popular events namely: ‘Crack Ya Ribs’ and ‘Laugh for Christ Sake’ he has bagged millions by charging 203 million naira per event.
He owns properties spread across 3 states in Nigeria and is the CEO of Real Laff Entertainment. He made over 20 million naira from a book launch and reports say he takes home tens of millions naira annually.
Mark Angel: Well, most of you may not believe this, but we are proudly telling you that this guy is crazily rich right now. This guy and the popular comedienne Emmanuela have taken over the skits world since 2015. They make the most of their money from you tube, their blog and shows. Mark Angel earns the most from the group. He makes at least 3 million naira per month from you tube only.
Bovi: Presently, he is probably the hottest in the industry. He has made millions from organizsing tours, adverts and events. There is always a rush for tickets and if you are early enough it would have sold out. Bovi also signed a multi-million naira deal with Glo in 2015. He often headlines most shows in Nigeria every year.
I Go Dye: This comedian doubles as the CEO of Revamp construction Company, a real estate and road construction company. He is also an Ambassador to the United Nations Millennium Development Goal. With a lot of assets this guy is quiet one of the top guys in the industry.
Ali Baba: Having hosted several events for dignitaries amongst which are past Nigerian presidents, he gets paid a lot. His residential home in Lekki is a mansion valued at over 300 million naira. He also has a chain of businesses in Lagos and a motivational speaker besides his professional comedy business. He charges an average rate of 4-5 million naira per event and only hosts a minimum of two events weekly.
Basket Mouth: This is another comedian that takes entertaining his fans very serious. He has also become the Brand Ambassador for companies like Globa Com Ltd and Amstel Malta. He hosts several events in London, America and South Africa which are always sold out and through his Basket Mouth uncensored platform, he has gained too much popularity. He reportedly has an endorsement deal worth over 120 million Naira annually. He is definitely the richest comedian in Nigeria.
AY: This comedian rose to fame at a rate faster than was expected, he charges a performance of between 1 and 2 million naira annually via his A.Y. Live events. He also owns an event company and MUP Club. AY’s worth has skyrocketed since he ventured into Nollywood movie industry having a lot of successful monies to his name.

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Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes Crosses ?1.77bn

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6 days ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes becomes Nollywood’s highest-grossing film of 2025, earning ?1.77bn in under four weeks.

Multi-award-winning actress and producer Funke Akindele has done it again, and this time, the numbers speak louder than applause.

Her latest film, Behind The Scenes, has officially emerged as the highest-grossing Nollywood film of 2025, pulling in an astonishing ?1.767 billion in less than four weeks.

The Tide Entertainment reports that Funke Akindele Makes Box Office History as Behind The Scenes Crosses ?1.77bn
Earlier in its release cycle, the film’s distributor, FilmOne Entertainment, revealed that Behind The Scenes smashed five opening-weekend records, including the highest single-day gross ever recorded on Boxing Day, with ?129.5 million in one day. That announcement already hinted that something unusual was unfolding.

Reacting to the milestone, FilmOne described the moment as both surreal and communal, crediting audience loyalty for pushing the film to the top spot once again as the number-one movie of the weekend. And that sentiment feels accurate. This wasn’t just ticket sales; it was momentum.

What makes this achievement even more striking is that Behind The Scenes is Funke Akindele’s third film to cross the ?1 billion mark. Before now, there was A Tribe Called Judah, and then Everybody Loves Jenifa, a film that didn’t just open big, but went on to become the highest-grossing Nollywood film of all time. At this point, it’s no longer a fluke. It’s a pattern.

Part of Behind The Scenes’ success lies in strategy. The film enjoyed advanced screenings on December 10 and 11, quietly building curiosity and conversation before its nationwide release on December 12. By the time it officially hit cinemas, audiences already felt like they needed to see it.

Then there’s the cast. The film brings together a lineup that feels deliberately stacked: Scarlet Gomez, Iyabo Ojo, Destiny Etiko, Tobi Bakre, Uche Montana, and several others. Familiar faces, strong fan bases, and performances that kept word-of-mouth alive long after opening weekend.

Still, beyond timing and casting, there’s something else at work here. Funke Akindele understands Nigerian audiences. Their humour, their pacing, their emotional buttons. She doesn’t guess, she calculates, experiments, listens, and refines. That understanding has slowly turned into box-office dominance.

Behind The Scenes crossing ?1.77 billion isn’t just another headline; it’s confirmation. Funke Akindele has moved from being a successful actress to becoming one of the most reliable commercial forces Nollywood has ever produced. Three-billion-naira films don’t happen by luck. They happen when storytelling, business sense, and audience trust align.

And right now, that alignment seems firmly in her hands.

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Adekunle Gold, Simi Welcome Twin Babies

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6 days ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

Popular Nigerian music stars, Adekunle Kosoko, widely known as Adekunle Gold, and his wife, Simi, have become parents again this time to twins.

The award-winning singer shared the joyful update on his Snapchat story on Wednesday, confirming the expansion of their family.

“Asked God for another child and he blessed me double,” she wrote.

While the couple has not yet disclosed the gender of the newborns, the announcement has sparked an outpouring of warm wishes from admirers, fellow celebrities, and industry colleagues.

Speculation had intensified in December when Simi posted a video on Instagram accompanied by the caption, “From my baby, for my babies.”

The clip showed her with a growing baby bump, fueling anticipation that another child was on the way.

Their latest blessings arrive just weeks after Simi highlighted a scene from Adekunle Gold’s newly released music video, “My Love is the Same,” further stirring excitement among fans.

The Tide Entertainment reports that Adekunle Gold and Simi who tied the knot in 2019 after a long history of friendship and musical synergy remain one of Nigeria’s most admired entertainment power couples. Both artistes were once signed to X3M Music before soaring into mainstream acclaim.

The pair welcomed their first child, Adejare Kosoko, fondly called Deja, in May 2020.

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Jesse Flames Opens 2026 With ‘Praise The Lord’ Featuring Magnito

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6 days ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

After closing out 2025 with the release of “Praise the Lord” featuring Magnito, Jesse Flames enters the new year with renewed clarity and purpose, continuing to build a body of work rooted in intention rather than noise. In a moment where Afrobeats is moving faster and louder than ever, his approach remains measured and deliberate, prioritizing meaning, craft, and longevity over momentary attention. The official music video arrives January 10.

Following the momentum of his breakout single “FLEX,” “Praise the Lord” represents a shift from celebration to grounding. Reflective and soulful, the record centers gratitude, growth, and perspective, capturing a quieter confidence that resonates beyond a single moment.

“This song is about recognizing the full picture,” Jesse shares. “The work people see and the work they don’t. The lessons, the setbacks, the growth.”

The collaboration with Magnito, a respected voice in Nigerian hip hop known for his sharp lyricism and cultural authenticity, adds depth and weight to the record, reinforcing its themes of resilience, faith, and self reflection.

Released in December at the height of Detty December, “Praise the Lord” became a natural soundtrack for both celebration and reflection as the year came to a close. With the video arriving in January, the record takes on new meaning, opening the year as a tone setter rather than a reset.

Born in the United States, raised in Festac, Lagos, and now based in London, Jesse Flames brings a global perspective to his sound, blending Afrobeats, hip hop, and melodic soul into something sleek and intentional. His music reflects lived experience and cultural nuance rather than trend chasing.

The Tide Entertainment reports that with over 11 million streams, performances at O2 Brixton Academy and OVO Arena Wembley, and coverage from The Guardian and Business Post Nigeria, Jesse’s rise has been steady and self made. Looking ahead to 2026 and 2027, he is preparing for collaborations with Ice Prince, M.I Abaga, and Smurlee.

“Praise the Lord” ft. Magnito is available now on all streaming platforms.