• Zikoko Awards: Nigerian Politicians Edition

    It’s the Zikoko awards and we’re recognizing some of the OGs who either made us laugh this year, stressed our lives, or outright annoyed us.

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    Have you ever wondered what prizes Nigerian politicians would win at an awards show? Well, welcome to the Zikoko Awards. We’re recognizing some of the OGs who either made us laugh this year, stressed our lives, or outright annoyed us.

    Noisemaker of the year: Dino Melaye

    You can probably hear his laughter throughout the picture as he shouts “ajeku iya ni o je”. No one comes close to this man in noisemaking.

    Best in Godfatherism: Bola Ahmed Tinubu

    With sentences that toe the line of befuddlement, nobody comes close to this man in “building” people who support him to the point of suspension of belief. All he needs is a cigar and a bow-tied suit.

    Best in Content Creation: Yahaya Bello

    At this point, Nigerian artists need to start meeting this man for music promotion. He’ll shamelessly promote their songs in his TikTok. Criticise him for not caring about his state, that’s your personal business.

    Best Dancer: Sen. Ademola Adeleke

    This man will steal your babe with vibes and fire dance moves that’ll burst your brain. You’ll be so distracted, you’ll forget to pay attention to his politics.

    Next Rated Personality: Peter Obi

    He might look like the underdog right now but his fanbase is rapidly growing. We’ll come back next year to review his career.


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    Best in follow-follow: Babajide Sanwo-Olu

    We’re not even sure if this man is a governor or a personal bodyguard. 

    Best in pointing: Babajide Sanwo-Olu

    This man deserves a second mention for another talent he has —– pointing.

    Best in Vacation: President Muhammadu Buhari

    Man doesn’t let anything stop him from taking his monthly trip to chill out in Europe. In fact, you Nigerians are stressing him out.

    Artist of the Year: Nyesom Wike

    This man’s band has done wonders at his live speeches, peppering us with hilarious tunes every single time. No one deserves it more.


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