Fabulous life of
rich Nigerian comedians- Part 3:::
By:
National Association of MC & Comedians of Nigeria (NAMCON)
Today, the
amount of money comedians charge per show surpasses the annual income of a
regular banker.
Many of
them are even getting richer and splurging on everything from plush estates,
to dream cars while some are donating to charity as well.
ALI BABA
The story of
comedy in Nigeria will not be complete without the name, Ali Baba. Born,
Atunyota Alleluya Akporobomerere, Ali Baba is described today as the godfather
of Nigerian comedy. He indeed, started a revolution that inspired some big
names in the industry.
He started
comedy business in Ekpoma in 1987. In 1990, he came to Lagos and after
being rejected by his father who preferred him to become a lawyer, he made his
first million.
When he landed
Ojota, he had only N15 with him, and in 1998, he erected three billboards in
strategic locations in Ikoyi, Victoria Island and Marina with the message-Ali
Baba-Being Funny Is Serious Business.
That strategy
turned comedy into an appealing and lucrative business. Today, Ali Baba is not
only the King of Comedy, he is rated as the richest comedian in the continent
of Africa. He worths billions of naira.
Ali Baba who performs
for government and the nouveau rich is also a lover of luxurious automobiles.
He has over 10 customised exotic cars aside owning choice properties in Abuja,
Lagos, Delta and Port-Harcourt. His interests also span across investment in
the banking sector, event management, fashion, hospitality, import and export
business.
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