By Nigerian comedian and skit maker, Chukwuemeka Emmanuel Ejekwu popularly known as Mr Funny or Oga Sabinus has won the ‘Best Online Social Content Creator’ category at the African Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA).
The eight edition of the prestigious entertainment awards was held on Saturday night in Lagos, with a host of celebrities in attendance.
Oga Sabinus was nominated in the newly introduced category alongside other content creators such as Debo Adedayo (Mr Macaroni), Tee Kuro, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, Jacqueline Suowari, Eden Victor and Elozonam.
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Receiving the award which he described as his first in Lagos, the comedian who couldn’t hide his excitement thanked fans for supporting his craft, and the city for helping his career grow.
“To everyone who has helped me to make it to this point, I want to say I am very grateful. Lagos State, thank you for having a Portharcourt boy. This is my first award in Lagos State,” the visibly emotional Oga Sabinus said.
The 27-year-old funnyman is known for his signature long-sleeved blue shirt and a ridiculously short tie that he wears in his comedy skits.
