- Catherine Maborukoje
- Alice Marve, De General Comedy, MachiGold, Nedu Wazobia, Pranksters, Zfancy
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April Fools’ Day 2024, celebrated globally, brings joy with pranks and jests, fostering bonds and laughter. In Nigeria, it holds cultural significance. From childhood memories of playful tricks to historical roots in 16th century France, the day resonates. Modern times see it evolve digitally, yet caution is urged to ensure humor doesn’t cross boundaries.
The globally celebrated April Fools’ Day, despite being informal, is mildly welcomed by many individuals as a day of jests, tricks, pranks and good-natured fun. While it might not warrant a day off from work or school, it’s an occasion cherished for its ability to lighten the mood, mend relationships, and share laughter. In Nigeria, this day holds particular significance, resonating deeply within popular culture, media, and the vast expanse of the internet.
For most of the people, April Fools‘ Day invokes memories of childhood antics, from plastic insects under pillows to the gleeful cockadoodledoo cries, ensuing as startling reactions—It’s a day eagerly anticipated by pranksters who revel in concocting new schemes to startle their unsuspecting friends and family.
The roots of April Fools’ Day trace back centuries, with one popular account stemming from 16th century France. In 1582, France adopted the Gregorian calendar, shifting the New Year celebration from the end of March to January. However, not everyone promptly adopted this change, leading to confusion and ridicule for those who continued to observe the old date. These individuals became the subjects of jest and mockery, earning the title of “April fools.”
Another historical reference comes from a 1561 poem by Flemish poet Eduard de Dene, recounting a nobleman sending his servant on fruitless errands on April 1st. Additionally, ancient Roman festivals such as Hilaria, India Holi and Hallowee observed around the same time, share similarities with April Fools’ Day because they emphasizes disguise, mockery, and light-hearted revelry.
As the world again, celebrates the yearly April Fool’s Day, Nigeria, famed for its dynamic entertainment scene, boasts a wealth of talented pranksters who excel in bringing laughter and joy through their comedic geniuses. Here are the top five Nigerian pranksters who are sure to leave viewers hysterically doubled up with laughter:
1. Alice Marve
A rising star in the Nigerian prank scene with over 313 thousand followers, and over 2.2 million likes on Tiktok, Alice Marve brings a fresh and unique perspective to her comedic endeavours. Her infectious energy and witty pranks are sure to brighten up viewers’ day and lift their spirits.
2. MachiGold
Daniel Onyemachi also has Machigold is famously known for his bold and daring pranks. With over 3.6 million followers on TikTok, MachiGold is a force to be reckoned with in the world of Nigerian comedy. His fearlessness and quick wit make him a standout prankster, offering viewers a rollercoaster of laughter and amusement. Machigold focuses on creating pranks that are safe and well thought out to minimize any risks or potential harm to the individuals involved
3). Zfancy
Zion Ubani Chibuike known as Zfancy. With a knack for crafting elaborate and rib-tickling pranks since 2018, Zfancy has captured the hearts of many with his creative approach to comedy. He is known for creating street prank videos that are raunchy and daring, often pushing the boundaries of traditional pranking with bold and unconventional scenarios. His videos are a perfect blend of humor and surprise, making him a must-watch prankster for those in need of a good laugh.
4. Nedu Wazobia
A seasoned comedian and prankster with over 2,366,541 followers on Instagram, Nedu Wazobia’s humor transcends boundaries and resonates with a wide audience. He does post prank content on his Instagram account, along with a variety of other comedic skits and videos featuring his alter ego personalities such as Nkechi, Alhaji Musa, and EndTime Landlord. His ability to blend traditional comedy with modern trends makes him a top choice for those seeking laughter and entertainment.
5). De General Comedy
Sunday Joshua Martins majorly known as De General is known for his comedic content on YouTube, particularly for his prank videos. One of his popular videos titled “Pretending to be a MAD MAN while Asking…” showcases his talent for creating entertaining and engaging content through pranks. His pranks often involve immersive scenarios where he takes on different characters or personas to elicit humorous reactions from unsuspecting individuals. His famous generosity pranks are one to put a smile to fans’ faces.
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