Skit creator Mark Angel is one of the wealthiest comedians in Nigeria, according to veteran comic Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome, sometimes referred to as Alibaba, who claims to make up to $300,000 a month.
Alibaba said on the most recent episode of The Honest Bunch Podcast that some people have undervalued Mark Angel’s financial success because of his modest approach to wealth—that is, his refusal to flaunt it.
He said, “Some people still don’t believe Mark Angel is one of the richest comedians. Until somebody then hears how much YouTube, Facebook pay him every month. You hear someone is making up to $300,000 a month. And you are like, ‘Is it not that guy that wears big shorts and acts crazy?”
Alibaba pointed out that if Mark Angel were in professions such as politics, banking, or the oil industry, people would readily acknowledge his wealth. However, some may doubt his financial success due to his identity as a comedian.
In response, Alibaba advised against underestimating the comedy profession and urged people to recognize the potential for significant success within the field.