It is undeniable how lucrative comedy shows have become in nigeria, most of the shows ain't even held in nigeria anymore. some comedians have managed to maintain their top notch reputation over the years, which makes their shows rank amongst the top in nigeria.
In no particular order, we present to you the top 6 comedy shows in nigeria;
1. AY LIVE
Ay live is an annual comedy show organized and hosted by comedian, AY. The show attracts the top comedians, also a few upcoming comedians. each comedian is given a couple minutes to entertain the attendees before another comedian steps in.
The show has been held at different venues across the nation. Ay live is one of the top comedy shows in nigeria and has maintained its reputation as one of nigeria's most graced comedy shows.
The show usually begins with AY as the host making an entrance, cracking a couple of jokes before introducing the next comedian.top artistes and dancers are usually invited to entertain the attendees. one can't talk of sold out comedy shows in nigeria without mentioning AY live. each edition is sponsored by firms in such fields as telecommunication, beverage, banking etc
2. MAN ON FIRE - BOVI UGBOMA
Man on fire is a comedy show organized annually by top comedian, Bovi Ugboma. Unlike many comedy shows, only few comedians are invited to perform at Bovi's "Man on Fire" .
Though an annual show, Man on Fire wasn't held for 2 consecutive years (2015 - 2016), the organizer, Bovi cited a need for rebranding and an unfavourable business climate as reasons the show wasn't held. Man On fire is one of the most sold out comedy shows in nigeria, artistes are also invited to thrill and entertain the attendees. the show always amasses lots of sponsorship by top firms both foreign and local.
3. AKPORORO VS AKPORORO
Akpororo vs Akpororo is an annual comedy show organized and hosted by Akpororo. In the build up to the maiden edition of the show, he stated the show will try to depict his comic personality.
The show does not attract lots of comedians as Akpororo usually takes the centre stage in thrilling his attendees, while a bit of entertainment is being served by dancers. in some editions, Akpororo engages the attendees in a praise and worship session before serving his hot and juicy jokes.
Since its inception in 2014, Akpororo vs Akpororo remains one of the top comedy shows in nigeria.
4. CRACK YA RIBS
Crack ya ribs is a comedy show organized by veteran comedian, Julius Agwu. It is one of the longest running comedy shows in nigeria. Julius Agwu usually takes the centre stage in cracking the ribs of his audience. the show has been held at different locations across the city of London, making it easy for his fans in London and other parts of europe to attend the show.
With over a decade of thrilling nigeria and other parts of the world, Crack ya ribs comfortably sits amongst the top comedy shows in nigeria.
5. STAND-UP NIGERIA
Stand-up Nigeria is one of nigeria's most hilarious comedy show. Unlike most comedy shows in nigeria which takes place once a year, Stand-up nigeria is usually held on numerous occasions yearly.
The show is organized by Bunmi Davies and features lots of comedians taking the centre stage one after the other. The show gives upcoming comedians the opportunity to showcase their talent to nigeria.
6. BASKET MOUTH UNCENSORED
Basket Mouth Uncensored is a comedy show organized by top comedian, Basket Mouth. The show features Basket Mouth delivering sublime jokes to the audience, This show is the first ever one man stand-up comedy show in nigeria.
The show has remained a force to be reckoned with in the nigerian comic world.
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