Comedians across the country have shown great commitment to thrilling their fans during the tense environment created by Covid-19 in the region.
Ever since the outbreak of Covid-19 in Nigeria, fear, worry and uncertainty has been tormenting people. Moreover, the measures to stop the spread of the virus which includes lockdowns, prohibiting social gatherings, among others, have disrupted people’s ways of life.
Days back, Nigerian actor, Nosa Rex did a comedy skit which got many Nigerians talking on social media. The skit which centred around COVID-19 pandemic didn’t only excite his fans, it also shed light on core issues surrounding the novel virus. The skit went viral with over 104, 000 views . The engagement showed how impactful it became in lifting people’s spirits.
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Instagram comedian and social media influencer, Lasisi Elenu has been sharing series of comedy skits on his Instagram page. His COVID-19 themed skits are still appreciated across the country with thousands of likes.
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Similarly, Apaokagi Maryam better known as Taaooma has also intensified the rate at which she makes comedy skits.The talented youngster has also been using her content to educate and entertain her social media fans.
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Known for catchphrases like ‘Fantabulous’ ‘Ooin’ and ‘you are doing well’, Mr Macaroni is undoubtedly helping thousands of Nigerians battle boredom with his numerous skits which are not only entertaining but also enlightening.
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Psychologist Prof Richard Wiseman, from the University of Hertfordshire, says “finding the funny” is a “common way” of coping during the COVID-19 crisis.
“For people staying at home to help curb the spread of Covid-19, watching a TV programme, a film or reading a book that they find funny is good “partly because it distracts you and also because it puts you in a good mood.
“Laughter is contagious: you hear people laugh and you laugh as well.
“In your household, if you find something funny, sit and watch that or tell jokes to each other. They don’t even have to be particularly funny – they are all good for promoting mood.”