Tag: AY
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AIi Baba, Mr Macaroni, others condemn jokes on sexual violence
Ali Baba, Mr Macaroni, Taaooma have joined Nigerian comedians and Instagram skit makers that have kicked against comedy skits and jokes focused on sexual and gender-based violence. In a trending video, the entertainers argued that such practice normalizes rape culture in the society. They also averred that it was about time some entertainers ditch their…
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It’s inappropriate to blame celebrities for death of #EndSARS protesters-AY
Nigerian comedian and filmmaker, Ayo Makun, better known as AY has bashed those blaming celebrities over the lives lost during the #EndSARS protest. TheNewsGuru recalls that last Tuesday, the protest against police brutality, which opposed the now-disbanded special anti-robbery squad (SARS), turned gory after men in army uniform opened fire on citizens in Lekki, Lagos.…
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There is so much hunger in Nigeria – Comedian, AY cries out
Popular Comedian and Actor, Ayo Makun simply known and addressed as AY has bemoaned the rate of hunger due to the lockdown as the country battles the coronavirus pandemic. AY cried out after more than 35,000 social media users trooped to his comment section to drop their account numbers in anticipation of a giveaway. He…
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Those who called out Funke Akindele should do same to their oppressors in govt- AY
Popular comedian and actor, Ayo Makun a.k.a AY has averred that those who called out Funke Akindele, Nollywood actress, and Abdulrasheed Bello, her husband, for flouting lockdown orders should do same to their countless oppressors holding sway in government. Akindele and her husband were on Monday sentenced to 14-day community service each for going against…
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COVID-19 LOCKDOWN: Basketmouth, AY, Bovi, others find new ways to thrill fans
What happens to comedy when social gathering is outlawed? This is the question every Nigerian comedian worth its salt has been grappling with. With shows and events cancelled as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and people being asked to stay home and practice “social distancing”, Nigerian comics are resorting to new ways to practice…
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Why I love to show off – AY
Comedian/actor Ayo Makun who is popularly known as AY, have hit back on a follower by the Instagram name Faruk Jude, who says the comedian was showing off, following a video posted by AY which showed his mansion in promotion of AkpororovsAkpororo show that took place over the weekend. While congratulating AY, the follower who…
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Staying married is not what everybody can brag about- AY Comedian
Nigerian comedian and filmmaker, AY has shared the secret behind the success of his marriage. The multi -talented comedian noted that he married his friend and God’s grace has been their anchor. “Staying married is not what anybody can brag about. Some people are just lucky to enjoy grace by marrying their true friends who…
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AY, Omoni Oboli make Hollywood debut
Nigeria’s Ayobami ‘AY’ Makun and Omoni Oboli will make their debut in a Hollywood animation film, “Elliott: The Littlest Reindeer”. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that though the characters AY and Oboli would voiced in the film scheduled to premiere on Dec. 14, remain unknown. The Christmas-themed film also features Hunger Games star,…
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Fame makes people forget who they are- AY Comedian
Nigerian comedian and filmmaker, Ayo Makun fondly called AY by his fans has opened up on the downside of fame. The ‘Trip to Jamaican’ actor said fame makes people forget who they are. Speaking in a chat on The Gist a show anchored by Emma Ugolee, he said: “Fame has a spirit. It’s good for…
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AY turns daughter to superstar
Nigerian comedian, filmmaker and the convener of the annual AY Live show has disclosed that his daughter’s performance at the show was the most interesting part of the Easter fiesta for him. The show which held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, incorporated a Black Panther theme that got the attendees reeling with…