In recent times, skit making has witnessed tremendous growth and has become highly lucrative in the Nigerian entertainment industry. The advent of social media has opened numerous opportunities for talented Nigerians to earn a living.
In 2023, some new and young talents like Gilmore, Erekere, Layi Wasabi, Wizdom, and Kidbaby101 made big successes in the industry.
Their hard work and talent did not only earned them fame but also contributed significantly to their net worth. In this article, we’ll delve into the richest skit makers in Nigeria in 2024.
List of Richest Skit Makers in Nigeria
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Mark Angel
Born on 27th May 1991 Mark Angel is a Nigerian comedian, scriptwriter, and video producer.
He’s famous for Mark Angel Comedy on YouTube, that feature kids comedians from Angel’s family and neighborhood in Port Harcourt. Many of the shorts involve children, primarily his niece, Emmanuella, and 8-year-old girl Success Madubuike.
Mark started making videos with Emmanuella in 2013, and his YouTube channel was the first in Africa to get one million subscribers. In 2023, his channel was the second most popular on YouTube, just after Mama Chinedu.
On Instagram, Mark’s page claimed the top spot for the most visited and viewed content, accumulating over 44 million views in the past year.
On Instagram, Mark’s page was the most viewed, with over 44 million views last year. He and his team earned around $1.3 million from YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.
A famous comedian, Ali Baba, said Mark Angel is one of the richest comedians, making $300,000 each month. People estimate his total money is $2.5 million.
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Oga Sabinus
Nigerian comic star, Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, also known as Mr Funny or Sabinus, is super popular. He started making funny videos while he studying Linguistics and Communication Studies from the University of Port Harcourt
In 2015, Mr Funny decided to take his comedy more seriously and began posting funny videos on Instagram and other social media.
In 2023, Sabinus had a great year. He got several houses and new cars. Most of his money came from doing comedy shows in London and the US.
In the last 12 months, Oga Sabinus got over 30 million views on Instagram and 13.7 million on YouTube. Unlike Mark Angel and his group, this 28-year-old comedian made $360,000 (N325 million) from his stand-up shows.
His funny facial expressions and the catchphrase “something hooge”, is a favorite slang among Nigerians.
Sabinus, who just announced his cool movie, ‘Dead serious,’ is worth $900,000.
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Broda Shaggi
Born on July 6, 1993, Broda Shaggi, whose real name is Animashaun Samuel Perry, started making his comedy in 2015. He got the idea for his funny videos from comedian Baba Sala.
As one of the most successful content creators in the country, Shaggi has slowly become a part of various areas in the entertainment industry.
Broda Shaggi received awards for being really good at comedy, like winning the Best Actor in a Comedy prize at the Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards in 2022.
He is reported to be worth over $1 million because he has a huge followers, with 12.3 million fans on Instagram and 1.86 million subscribers on YouTube. He also makes money from deals with companies like Glo, Predator energy drinks, and Odogwu general bitters.
But in 2023, Shaggi started doing more than just comedy – he tried his hand at music and dropped a cool song called Ijo Loka, which quickly became a hit.
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Cute Abiola
Abdulgafar Abiola Oluwatoyin, who comes from Kwara state, is really famous in Nigeria for making funny content. He’s not just a comedian, but he’s also helping out as the special assistant on Youth to the governor of Kwara state, AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq.
Cute Abiola has become super popular for his funny videos where he pretends to be Lawyer Kunle.
In the last year, Cute Abiola’s videos on Instagram went viral – around 22.4 million views, with 3.1 million comments and 123,000 likes.
This 27-year-old comedian is the second most followed person on Instagram, with more than 5 million people following him.
He is estimated to be worth about $800,000.
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Sydney Talker
Sydney Talker, also known as Sydney Egere, is a well-known content creator and comedian in Nigeria. He was born on 26th January 1996 in Edo State, Nigeria.
People don’t always realize how much he has influenced other creators in the community. He’s been crucial in bringing attention to talents like Carter Efe, Pankerooy, Zfancy, Shank Comics, Nasboi, and many more.
Together, they’ve released several popular videos like Annabella, With You, Carry Me Go, and others.
In 2023, Sydney broke records by getting the most views for a skit he did with Hilda Baci on YouTube – a whopping 33.6 million views and gained 163,000 new subscribers.
Sydney has made around $700,000 from his work. Besides being a comedian, he started Neville Records in 2022 and signed a young artist named Khaid. He even got nominated for the 25 Under 25 Award by SME100 Africa
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- Brain Jotter
Born in Owerri, Imo state on February 5th, 1995 Emmanuel Chukwuebuka Amuzi is a very popular content creator in Nigeria, with more than 3.4 million followers on Instagram and 1.22 million subscribers on YouTube. He’s also got over 5 million followers on Facebook.
According to Dataleum, Brainjotter got 29 million views on YouTube and gained 148,000 new subscribers in the last year.
In that time, Brain Jotter did some good philanthropic works by helping a woman with skin ulcers get surgery and supporting a disabled boy he met selling water in traffic.
If we look at the numbers from Dataleum, Brainjotter earned more than $600,000 in the past year.
Like many other Nigerian comedians, Brain Jotter is a fan of cars. He treated himself to a new Ford Kuga last year, which he proudly shared on his Instagram. Ford Jeeps are known for being capable, versatile, and efficient. They have lots of space, a strong engine, and are reliable and durable.
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Mr. Macaroni
Debo Adebayo, widely recognized as Mr. Macaroni, is a popular actor, comedian, and social media influencer.
Mr Macaroni’s is popularly known for his “Ooin” and “Freaky Freaky” catchphrase.
Ranked among Nigeria’s affluent comedians, he holds an estimated net worth of $450,000. Born on May 3rd, 1993, in Lagos State, he is an alumnus of The Redeemers University.
Mr. Macaroni has featured in numerous Nollywood movies and secured numerous endorsement deals over the course of his career.
He is renowned for his social justice advocacy, creating skits that address social issues to champion human rights and critique everyday social interactions.
As a testament to his success, he owns several luxury cars, including a Toyota Highlander and a Lexus GX460 SUV, all acquired through his thriving career.
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Sirbalo
Timothy Obotuke, commonly known as SirBalo, was born and brought up in Warri, Delta State.
He attended primary and secondary school in Warri before relocating to Lagos for his studies at Lagos State University (LASU).
In 2018, he started sharing brief comedy skits on his Instagram page, showcasing his creativity and amassing a considerable fan base.
At present, SirBalo boasts over 8.2 million followers across all his social media platforms and has accumulated a net worth exceeding $600,000.
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Kie Kie
Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, known as Kie Kie, is a well-known actress, model, comedian, fashion designer, and content producer. Most people recognize her from her YouTube channel, Kie Kie TV.
Her YouTube channel has nearly 305,000 followers as of April 2023.
Kie Kie earns money from her work on television and online, as per reports. She also makes money through brand marketing and endorsements. It’s estimated that Kie Kie’s net worth is around $400,000.
In addition to her online presence, Kie Kie has played roles in several popular movies, including Traffic, Mimi, A Simple Lie, Ile Owo, and more.
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Josh2funny
Chibuike Josh Alfred, also known as Josh2Funny, is a very talented entertainer from Nigeria. He’s made a significant impact in the comedy world.
Born on December 18, 1990, in Anambra, Josh2Funny has gained a large following on social media due to his great sense of humor.
His ability to make people laugh sets him apart. He’s become one of Nigeria’s top comedy skit makers, drawing in large audiences with his outstanding talents.
In 2023, Josh2Funny achieved a milestone by appearing on “America’s Got Talent,” showcasing his skills to a global audience. Despite facing three consecutive auditions in one day, Josh impressed the crowd with his rap performance, faux speed reading, and magic tricks.
Josh, who is expecting his second child with his wife, Bina, is estimated to have a net worth of $250,000.
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Taaooma
Born on 28th February 1999, Maryam Apaokagi, also known as Taaooma, is a Nigerian comedian and content creator. She was born in Ilorin, Kwara state.
Starting her career in 2015 as a content creator, Taaooma later joined the Chop Life group of comedians, where she made a significant impact in the industry.
Currently serving as the CEO and founder of Chop Tao, a food company, she also directs for The Greenade Company, a cinematography firm. Taaooma is known for her versatile roles in skits, playing characters like Taaoo (herself), Iya Taaoo (her mother), Baba Taaoo (her father), Tayo (her brother), Teni (her sister), and Quadri (her neighbor’s son).
Her achievements include winning The Gage Award for Best Online Comedian of the year in 2019 and the Nigeria 25 under 25 awards as a Social Entrepreneur. In 2020, she was nominated for the Skit Maker of the Year and Content Creation (Vloggers and YouTubers) categories in the MAYA Awards Africa and The Future Awards Africa, respectively.
Her estimated net worth is $200,000.
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Layi Wasabi
Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola, also known as Layi Wasabi, is from Osun state and emerged as one of the standout stars of 2023.
He became a well-known figure, creating a unique identity through clever wordplay and character portrayals.
In 2023, Layi gained significant attention, accumulating an impressive 30.6 million views on Instagram, receiving the highest number of likes and comments among all skit makers in the country on the platform.
With 4 million likes and 315,000 comments on Instagram alone, Layi’s Twitter presence is also notable, with over 27 million impressions in the past 12 months.
Layi Wasabi’s estimated net worth is around $200,000.
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These skit makers not only entertain but have successfully turned their craft into lucrative careers, showcasing the immense potential within Nigeria’s comedy scene. Tell us what you think of this list.
