Funny men are people who still find a way to keep smiles on people’s faces despite their struggles and worries.
Some of them have made enormous fortunes with their craft as compensation for being good at what they do.
Undoubtedly, Nigeria has produced some famous and wealthiest comedians.
The following is a list of some of the most well-known and wealthy comedians, along with their estimated net worth.
5. Okey Bakassi – N653 million
He began his career as a theatrical performer and had been acting for more than 30 years. He is well-known for his sense of comedy regarding marriage, children, and the day-to-day life events that many families go through. Acting is one of his other passions.
He presently has a net worth of N653 million
4. I Go Dye – N1.8 billion
I Go Dye’s early success in comedy led him to work with some of Nigeria’s most prominent comedians, producers, and organizers while he was only a teenager.
He quickly rose to prominence as one of Africa’s most in-demand comedians. His comedy is also known for addressing political and social topics, although he believes that humour should never be used as a weapon or to instil hatred.
I Go Dye has also touched different lives through some philanthropic deeds.
His estimated net worth is N1.8 billion.
3. Basketmouth – N1.8 billion
Aside from being a comedian, Basketmouth is also an actor who has won the heart of film lovers with his craft. He has appeared in different sitcoms, most recently, Papa Benji, which has amassed millions of youtube views. He is also a musician who owns a record label, Barons World Entertainment, with several music albums to his name.
His popular stand-up comedy Basketmouth Uncensored has been recognized all around the world. His YouTube account has over 35 million views and 221,000 subscribers, with most of his films satirizing social life in Nigeria.
His net worth is expected to be N1.8 billion in 2022
2. Bovi – N2 billion
Bovi Ugboma, a Nigerian comedian, writer, and actor, is one of several great comedians who have dominated the Nigerian comedy industry for over 20 years. His meteoric career began when he appeared on the popular TV show Extended.
Unlike other actors or comedians who began their careers in the theatre, stage, or circus ring, Bovi Ugboma had it easy because he was raised in a theatre-loving household.
His estimated net worth is N2 billion.
1. Ali Baba – N3 billion
Ali Baba is one of Nigeria’s most entertaining comedians. He amasses his wealth from comedy, acting, organising shows, and personal businesses and has been a brand ambassador to top brands in Nigeria.
His real name is Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome, but he chooses the stage moniker Ali Baba.
The comedian has received over 50 awards and honours, including Rotary International’s Paul Harris Fellowship (2018) and Comedy For Change award. His comic approach is centred mainly on making fun of Nigerian culture and society.
Ali Baba’s net worth is estimated at around N3 billion.
