Top 10 Richest Comedians in Nigeria and their Net Worth - #8, #4 and #1 will surprise you

We all know comedy business is a funny one, one that requires the funiest of personalities to deliver properly but what most of you don't know is that, it rakes a whole lot of money these days. In fact, comedians are one of the richest in the entertainment world, especially in Africa. With the likes of Basketmouth, Gordons, I Go Dye and Bovi's performance fee, why won't they be stinking rich. These guys may look funny and unserious but they are cavorting to the bank and living their dreams. More..

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