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AY, Basket Mouth Acquire New Automobiles
Gone are the days when
humour mongers or comedians were regarded as school drop outs, court jesters and ‘never do wells’, today, comedy is one of the leading professions not only in Nigeria, but the worLd at large.
They are now respected globally, they wine and dine with top echelons in the society with stupendous wealth to show for their hArd work in the comic trade.
Recently, Top Nigerian Comedians Ay and Basket mouth have been reaping the benefits of their hard work as they have decided to embark on spending their money on the state-of-the art automobiles that run into millions of naira. The first to treat himself to one of the finest things in life is comedian turned actor, Ayo Makun popularly known as Ay.
The Ondo State-born actor cum comedian rewarded himself for all his hardwork in the past year by increasing the number of automobiles in his garage with a brand new Jaguar XJL worth millions of naira. His block buster, star studded movie “30 Days in Atlanta” racked in N150 million, the highest since the inception of movie screening in Nigeria cinemas. The movie picked up the new Era award at the recently held Africa magic movie award.
Following suit is Bright Okpocha, other wise known as Basket Mouth. The Abia State born comedian bought himself a brand new 2015 Lexus 570 SUV worth a whooping N26 million naira among other fleet of cars in his garage and other expensive items.
However, Rivers State is not left out as the state has produced indigenous comedians who are equally successful in the humour trade. They include internationally acclaimed comedian, singer and actor, Julius Agwu, Prince Hezekiah, Dan D’ Humourous, Rugged Pastor and a host of others.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’