Staff Writer
From quick-on-their feet comedians to velvet-voiced singers and gifted actors, Africa is home to some incredible talent. And while these superstars are scattered across the continent, let’s focus on a select few from Nigeria who are making a name for themselves. Follow these Nigerian favourites and their journey to fame on DStv – Africa’s top entertainment destination.
Ikponmwosa ‘IK’ Osakioduwa
IK is no stranger to the entertainment industry, having featured on Rhythm 93.7 FM and TV shows such as M-Net’s Studio 53 and Big Brother Africa. With this impressive resume, he has mastered every sphere of entertainment, but his real talent lies in hosting, making him the perfect fit for Comedy Nites. Catch this charming stand-up comedy show every Monday at 20:00 on Africa Magic Family, DStv Channel 154.
Moyin Oloruntoba
Moyin is a true inspiration to girls and women everywhere. This Nigerian-born beauty is well known for her successful career on YouTube, where she vlogs about fashion, celebrity news, and pop culture. To top it off, she was also named Santam’s Rising Star for 2016 in their Women of the Future Awards for her unconventional rise to fame involving the internet, social media, and podcasts. Watch her host popular renovation reality show Room Reno on Mondays at 17:30 on HONEY, DStv Channel 173.
Omah Lay
You probably already know this incredibly talented man, but for those who don’t, here is some background. Born in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, Omah Lay is most commonly recognised for his colourful music style that blends Fireboy‘s creative penmanship with Wizkid‘s vibes. Do any of these songs ring a bell? ‘Godly’, ‘Infinity’, and ‘Lo Lo’? Yep, he is behind these masterpieces. Listen to these fire tracks and more on Crispy Fresh from Saturday, 17 July at 17:30 on Channel O, DStv Channel 320.
Funke Akindele
The beautiful and acclaimed Akindele-Bello Olufunke Ayotunde is up next. Making her debut in the 1998 sitcom I Need to Know, this actress and producer has accumulated several awards for her stellar performances on screen. Most recently, she was named Best Actress in a Comedy at the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for her leading role in Jennifer’s Diary, which you can catch daily at 18:00 on Africa Magic Showcase, DStv Channel 151.
Basketmouth
Bright Okpocha, or better known by his stage name Basketmouth, is a Nigerian comedian and actor. While this funny guy isn’t without his own set of scandals, he has made quite the name for himself both locally and internationally, securing the National Comedy Award and awards for Best Stand-up Comedian of the Year in the mid-2000s. Since then, his knack for comedy has amplified. Check out his most recent venture, My Flatmates, as it shows how fun and difficult it is living with your best friends. New episodes air Mondays to Fridays at 19:30 on Africa Magic Showcase, DStv Channel 151.
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