Nigeria’s comedy industry has witnessed an unprecedented shift from stand-up comedy to digital skit-making. Ranked as the country’s third largest entertainment industry (worth over N50 billion), it’s no wonder skit makers like Emmanuel Chukwuemeka, aka Oga Sabinus, have risen through the ladders.
Oga Sabinus, who is one of the wealthiest comedians in Nigeria, became well-known for his “something hooge” catchphrase rather than for his live performances or stand-up comedy evenings. As a result, he was offered multiple endorsement deals.
Oga Sabinus comedy, whose estimated net worth is $500,000 (N222.33 million), is striving to match some of the richest singers and actresses in Nigeria.
Recognized for his royal blue shirt, black trousers, and silly exclamations, Oga Sabinus also known as Mr Funny – began to trend in 2019 when influencers like Tunde Ednut and Don Jazzy started sharing his skits on Instagram.
Mr Funny aka Oga Sabinus initially entered the comedy game in 2015 but did not gain recognition till 2019. Yet in 2022, he bagged the African Magic awards as the Best Online social content creator of the year.
The “something hooge” skit maker, Oga Sabinus has also been involved in lawsuits with a few brands about his comedy slang. This article discusses the net worth, biography, wife and every detail about Mr Funny, aka Mumu man, aka Oga Sabinus the investor comedy.
Oga Sabinus biography
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Full name |
Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu |
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Nickname |
Mr Funny (Sabinus Mr Mumu man) |
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Date of birth |
30 January 1995 (age 27 years old) |
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Place of Birth |
Port Harcourt |
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State Of Origin |
Rivers State |
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Occupation |
Comedian, Media Personality, Content creator and Skit maker |
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Relationship |
Engaged |
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Years active |
2015- Present |
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Networth |
N222.33 million |
Oga Sabinus early life/ personal life
Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu was born in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on January 30, 1995. The young Sabinus had his early education in Port Harcourt and proceeded to his bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and Communication Studies from the University of Port Harcourt.
According to Sabinus the comedian, his father had initially preferred he study Law at the University. But Oga Sabinus claimed that he instead opted for Linguistics.
Soon, his inclination towards comedy blossomed into professional practice. Known as the class jester, Oga Sabinus delved into standup comedy and online skits in 2015.
However, Oga Sabinus left Port Harcourt for Lagos to seek greener pastures. On arrival, Oga Sabinus started making skits and soon- one of Nigeria’s richest musicians and talent manager, Don Jazzy, reposted Mr Funny’s content.
Blogger and Public figure Tunde Ednut also began reposting Oga Sabinus’ comedy skits, marking the tipping point for the comedian.
Although Oga Sabinus’ comedy has enjoyed fame, many have wondered if the comedian is married or has a wife.
Oga Sabinus’s marriage status
Oga Sabinus has made an effort to keep his personal life a secret, but the comedian is supposedly engaged and in a serious relationship. An eyewitness provided a video that was secretly captured during the engagement, which took place in the state’s Era, Ojo region, according to a now-viral video.
The musician was seen entering the house while his Mercedes was seen arriving at the scene. The video also showed Oga Sabinus bending down when his fiancee’s parents spoke to him.
When Sabinus turned to face the man filming at that precise time, the man withdrew and stopped the video.
The creator of the sketch, Oga Sabinus, has previously displayed his lover’s privates in a post on his social media website.
Career in comedy of Oga Sabinus
Oga Sabinus comedy career
In 2019, Mr. Funny, real name Oga Sabinus, made his comedic debut. Sabinus quickly gathered a sizable online following. As a result of his popularity, he quickly received endorsement, nominations, and awards.
Oga Sabinus earned the DENSA awards in 2021 for the most inventive social media comic, and the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice award in 2022 for the best online social media content producer, both for his comedy.
When famous people started reposting his skit, that was the turning point for Oga Sabinus, aka Mr. Funny. Due to the numerous advertising agreements that followed, Oga Sabinus is today a brand ambassador for numerous well-known betting websites, including Oddstackr.
Oga Sabinus also enjoys a successful career in Nollywood films including “Billionaire’s Bride,” “Man of War,” and others. Oga Sabinus has engaged in a few legal skirmishes with several Nigerian businesses due to his humour and recent celebrity.
Oga Sabinus sues Nigerian Food companies
In May 2022, Oga Sabinus sued Friesland Foods Wamco Nigeria Plc, and UAC for using catchphrases and his image without permission during its Peak and Gala advert respectively.
According to the pre-suit notice dated May 27 2022, signed by his lead counsel Mr Stanley Alieke, the comedian Oga Sabinus requested a N500million compensation for the unauthorised use of his intellectual property and another 500m for damages for the “emotional, physical, psychological and mental trauma our client has suffered for the trademark theft and the infringement of his intellectual rights property”.
Oga Sabinus also sued UAC for using an animated alteration of his image. Oga Sabinus’s talent manager, however, disclosed the management agency sued the companies on behalf of the comedian.
The 27-year-old’s legal battles with these two food companies did not impede brand endorsements and adverts from 1Xbet, Shawn exchange and other companies. These endorsements and adverts have fattened up Oga Sabinus’ net worth in 2022.
Oga Sabinus net worth
Oga Sabinus comedy net worth
Oga Sabinus is worth N222.33 million in 2022. The comedian, content creator, and actor has made several investments in real estate and properties. Payments from comedy adverts, stand-up shows and Youtube views have contributed to his net worth in 2022.
