I have always been a funny person since high school – Nigerian comedian Mc Shakara tells Nollywoodgossip

Mc Shakara

Mc Shakara

  • Mc Shakara, real names Kenneth Agberia, is a Nigerian comedian from Warri, Delta State.
  • He tells Nollywoodgossip: “I got into comedy because of the encouragements I got from family and friends.”
  • He says: “I have always been a funny person since high school.”
  • He says: “So when I got to university I became the Uni-comedian.”
  • “I was always the host of most of the parties and shows on campus, so I added Mc to Shakara to make it more business-like.”
  • “In 2006, while I was still in school, I came to Lagos for the first time, which was when I ran into the AY open mic nite.”
  • “I have performed in all the big events and shows in Nigeria like, crack ya ribs, AY live, nite of a thousand laffs, and rhythm unplugged.
  • “The challenge I had and still have is the ability to let people know that Mc Shakara is not a comedian everywhere you meet him, because some people always want you to be funny any time they see you, whether along the road, in churches, etc.”
  • “Your opinions don’t count because everything coming from you to them is a joke.”
  • “I’m working on my own show, MC SHAKARA and friends live in Lagos and by the grace of God, the show will be in August 2012.”

By Joy Ubeku (Inside Nollywood With Joy).

Can we meet you please?

I’m Mc Shakara. My real name is Kenneth Agberia. I’m from Delta State (Warri boy), but I grew up in Jos. I graduated from ABU Zaria in 2008. I studied library and information science. I’m from a small family of five, two brothers, a mum and my late dad. I’m the second child of three children, all boys.

How did you get into comedy?

I got into comedy because of the encouragements I got from family and friends. I have always been a funny person since high school. So when I got to university I became the Uni-comedian. I was always the host of most of the parties and shows on campus. So I added Mc to Shakara to make it more business-like. In 2006, while I was still in school, I came to Lagos for the first time. That was when I ran into the AY open mic nite. I became the 2nd winner of the AY open mic nite. After I won, I stayed in Lagos for like three months and then went back to school after the strike. I have performed in all the big events and shows in Nigeria like, crack ya ribs, AY live, nite of a thousand laffs, rhythm unplugged and many more.

Challenges.

The challenge I had and still have is the ability to let people know that Mc Shakara is not a comedian everywhere you meet him, because some people always want you to be funny any time they see you, whether along the road, church, etc. Their own is just for you to make them laugh. And at times people don’t take you serious. Your opinions don’t count because everything coming from you to them is a joke. And again, when I started comedy, it was very hard for some people to believe in me. They just believe in the big names as at then, so it was always hard to get a chance to be on their events, but we thank God for what he has done today.

What are you working on?

I’m working on my own show, MC SHAKARA and friends live in Lagos, and by the grace of God, the show will be in August 2012. More details coming soon. Also for more info and sponsorship people should please call 08034016995.

Philosophy of life?

This world is like a market place, we are all here to buy and sell.  Person wey go market must go back home, so one day we all will go back home to meet our Lord.

Words to fans?

For my fans, I thank you all for your love over the years. Without you there is no Mc Shakara. God bless you and take you to your next level.

Nollywoodgossip wishes you the best.

Thanks guys.

Mc Shakara

Mc Shakara

About the Author

Joy Ubeku lives in Lagos but hails from Delta State. She’s a third year Public Admin student of Lagos State University. She’s also an actress who has featured in many popular films such as, Pradah, Eve, Last Ritual, Who Closed My Book, among others. If you have a tip for Joy or you simply want to be written about, contact joy at joy@Nollywoodgossip.net

24 Comments on this article. Feel free to join this conversation.

  1. Lawrence Lurrenz Onuzulike July 9, 2012 at 2:34 pm - Reply

    cool

  2. Faith Adaugo Agomuo July 9, 2012 at 3:07 pm - Reply

    Amen Nice one.

  3. Phillipa Chico July 10, 2012 at 12:54 am - Reply

    I'm funny dan u guys

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  5. James Last July 10, 2012 at 3:07 pm - Reply

    This brother hates african attire and hates being african, he at times bleach hiss skin as some of know, let us dump him in the North Pole and see how white he can be.

  6. Patricia Ezumezu July 10, 2012 at 3:47 pm - Reply

    Nice one bro.

  7. Tina Ak. July 10, 2012 at 4:48 pm - Reply

    nice 1, make shakara jare, its your world.

  8. Delia Innoma July 10, 2012 at 8:29 pm - Reply

    Yesooo.

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