Buchi (comedian)
Onyebuchi Ojieh | |
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| Born | 4 April 1979 |
| Other name | Buchi |
| Spouse | Rukkiyah Isede (m.2017;div.2024) |
| Children | 2 |
| Comedy career | |
| Years active | 2008-present |
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| Website | www.buchi.tv |
Onyebuchi Ojieh (born 4 April 1979), known professionally as Buchi// ⓘ, is a Nigerian comedian, composer, writer, and actor from Delta State, Nigeria.[1]
Early life and education
Buchi was born in Kwale, Ndokwa West, Delta State.[2] He attended DSC Nursery and Primary School and Ovwian Secondary School in Ovwian, Warri. He later attended Bendel State University (now Ambrose Alli University), where he studied law.[3]
Comedy career
Buchi began his comedy career in 2008,[4] after being introduced to comedian Tee A, who invited him to perform at Tee-A Live N Naked in Lagos. This led to meetings with other comedians, including Ali Baba and Opa Williams, who gave him a spot on his Nite of a 1000 Laughs.[5] Buchi has performed alongside comedians such as I Go Dye, I Go Save, Basketmouth, and Bovi.[6]
Awards
| Standup Comedian | Comedy of the Year |
| Youth Award | Comedy of the Year |
See also
References
- ↑ Vanguardngr (2011-12-17). "I wanted to be an Astronaut, but space is so far – Buchi". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2011-12-17.
- ↑ ireporters (2012-04-24). "News Unplugged with Buchi Nigerian Comedian". ireporters. Archived from the original on 2014-02-24. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
- ↑ Vanguardngr (2014-01-04). "I still cook for my family — Buchi". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2014-01-04.
- ↑ National Daily Ng (2012-08-13). "Laffline speaks with Buchi". National Daily. Lagos, Nigeria. Archived from the original on 2014-02-21. Retrieved 2012-08-13.
- ↑ Naijagists (2012-01-05). "Nigerian Comedian Buchi Buys Land Rover SUV". Naijagists. Retrieved 2012-01-05.
- ↑ allAfrica (2012-06-02). "Buchi Nigerian Comedian in Ghana". allAfrica. Retrieved 2012-06-02.
External links
- "Twitter feed". twitter.com. Retrieved 2014-02-21.