Comedy in Nigeria today has proven that talent can put food on one’s table and also elevate one to the height of greatness. In the 90’s jovial and funny people were regarded as push-overs, never-do-wells, jokers, etc. Thee days, people with the talent of making other people laugh are leveraging on their God-given talents to make lots of money.

Nigerian comedians are funny, but not stupid. Comedy has made the best of them to be extremely rich. As people are busy getting their spirit uplifted from there comedy, they are busy loading their bank accounts with a huge sum of money. They make these fortunes from different sources such as from the shows they do to endorsement deals and contracts they sign. All these rates them as worthy celebrities in society. Most of the talented comedians charge over one million naira for their performance in shows while some organize and earn from their private shows.

Here are the top 10 richest Nigerian comedians and their net worth as of 2020.

1. Ali Baba with a net worth of ₦3 billion

Atunyota Alleluya Akporobomere popularly known as Ali Baba is the wealthiest of all comedians in Nigeria. He is a colossus in the art of comedy and has hosted lots of events for governors, presidents and other top dignitaries in the past. Ali Baba is also a motivational speaker and owns streams of other businesses in Lagos. Forbes estimates his net worth as ₦3 billion in 2020. He charges averagely ₦4 million to perform in events.

2. AY with a net worth of ₦2.5 billion

Ayodeji Richard Makun, also known by his stage name A.Y, is a Nigerian actor, comedian, radio and TV presenter, writer, producer and director. He is the host of the A.Y live shows and A.Y comedy skits. AY recently sprung up to become one of the richest comedians in Nigeria via the A.Y live shows all across the country. The release of his best-seller movies “30 days in Atlanta” and “A Trip to Jamaica” has also contributed to his recent rise.AY charges about ₦2 million for performance in shows and events. Apart from other endorsement deals he has signed and establishments he owns, his estimated net worth is valued at ₦2.5 billion.

3. Basketmouth with a net worth of ₦2 billion

Bright Okpocha, popularly known as basket mouth is one of the funniest and stylish comedians in Nigeria that is also very talented. He is a fan favourite. He is a Globacom Nigeria and Amstel Malta brand ambassador. Basketmouth charges about ₦2 million for each show that he performs in. His net worth is estimated at ₦2 billion.

4. I go Die with a net worth of ₦1.8 billion

Francis Agoda popularly known as I Go Dye or I Go Die is a Nigerian comedian. He is also the CEO of Revamp construction company, a real estate and construction company. He is a motivational speaker, writer and social crusader. “I go Die” came into the limelight via Opa William’s Night of a thousand laugh, a platform that exposed many of the successful comedians in the country. He is an ambassador to the United Nations Millennium Development goal. “I go Die” charges about ₦1.5 million – ₦2 million for shows. His net worth according to Forbes is valued at ₦1.8 billion including his endorsements.

5. Julius Agwu with a net worth of ₦1.5 billion

Julius Agwu is another hilarious and talented comedian in Nigeria. He is one of the oldest comedians in the country. He started comedy with the likes of Alibaba, but later switched to acting in movies. The veteran comedian is a book writer. Julius Agwu has mentored and groomed lots of successful comedians in the country including Basket mouth. He charges between ₦1 million and ₦2 million for an event. His net worth is estimated to be ₦1.5 billion.

6. Okey Bakassi with a net worth of ₦800 million

Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi is a Nigerian stand-up comedian and actor. He is very old in the Nigerian comedy industry and was one of the early starters of comedy when it was not paying off in Nigeria. Okey Bakassi is a veteran comedian, an actor, MC and a TV presenter. He is also engaged in politics and he was once the senior special assistant to the IMO state Governor on entertainment. The veteran comedian has organised lots of shows for top class politicians and is among the top-earning comedians in the country. His financial worth is valued at ₦800 million.

7. Bovi with a net worth of ₦600 million

Bovi Ugboma simply known as Bovi is currently the reigning entertainer. He is the creator of popular web series, ‘Back to school’. He has organized popular stand-up comedy concerts like Bovi Man on Fire across the globe. He is a wealthy comedian in the country and many brands are jostling to get him in their adverts. Everything has been rosy for Bovi ever since he came into the limelight. He has made lots of money from organizing big shows and events. Bovi net worth is valued at ₦600 million including his cars, mansions and other assets.

8. Gbenga Adeyinka with a net worth of ₦500 million

Gbenga Adeyinka is a multi-award-winning Nigerian actor, comedian, radio and TV presenter, writer, and MC. He usually refers to himself as CFR (Comedian of the Federal Republic) and now GCON (Grand Comedian of Nigeria). Gbenga is one of the biggest names in the Nigerian comedy industry. He is reputable for organising big shows for politicians. He is the CEO and organizer of ‘laffmattaz’, a popular show that brings him lots of money. Gbenga is involved in other businesses and he owns many assets in big cities in the country. Gbenga’s net worth is ₦500 million.

9. Gordons with a net worth of ₦400 million

Godwin Komone AKA Gordons popularly known for his jibes “Halelluyah!”. He and I Go Die came into the limelight via Opa William’s Night of a thousand laugh. Gordons is one of the most talented comedians in the country with a net worth of ₦400 million.

10. Akpororo with a net worth of ₦350 million

Jephthah Bowoto, popularly known as Akpororo, is a Nigerian stand-up comedian, vocalist and actor. Akpororo is loved by many Nigerians for his amazing comic lines. He has climbed up the ladder at a very fast pace. Akpororo is one of Nigeria’s richest comedians and has performed in many high-profile shows and has organized his shows as well. He performs in many church-organized events, a feat which is rarely achieved by other comedians. Akpororo net worth is estimated to be ₦350 million this 2020.