Nigerian skit maker and content creator, Bae U Barbie, has stirred controversy with a bold comment aimed at renowned comedian and actor Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY. While hosting AY on the latest episode of his show Curiosity Made Me Ask, Bae U insinuated that AY’s career suggests that comedians don’t need to be funny to achieve success in Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
During a snippet of the upcoming episode, Bae U introduced his guest with a pointed remark: “Our guest today is a reminder that you don’t have to be funny to be a successful comedian in Nigeria.” The comment quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions across social media platforms.
The remark appeared to be a subtle jab at AY, suggesting that his rise to fame wasn’t based solely on his comedic abilities. This comment has elicited strong reactions from fans, with some backing Bae U’s candidness, while others criticized him for undermining AY’s established success in the comedy world.
Interestingly, AY himself has previously downplayed the notion of being the funniest comedian in Nigeria. In an earlier interview, the comedian said, “I’m not the funniest comedian in Nigeria,” suggesting that he doesn’t place himself at the top of the humor hierarchy despite his success in the industry.
