Buchi (comedian)

Onyebuchi Ojieh, known by his stage name Buchi (born April 4, 1979) is a Nigerian comedian, composer, writer, and actor from Delta State, Nigeria.[1]

Onyebuchi Ojieh
PseudonymBuchi
Born(1979-04-04)April 4, 1979
Delta State, Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
Years active2008-present
Websitewww.buchi.tv

Early life and education

Buchi was born in Kwale Ndokwa West, Delta State, Nigeria.[2] He attended D.S.C Nursery and Primary School and Ovwian Secondary School in Ovwian, Warri. After secondary school, he attended Bendel State University (now known as the Ambrose Alli University), where he studied law.[3]

Comedy career

Buchi began his comedy career in 2008,[4] after he was introduced to comedian Tee-A, who invited Buchi to his show Tee-A Live N Naked. Show in Lagos. This led to meetings with other comedians, such as Ali Baba and Opa Williams, who gave Buchi a spot on his Nite of A 1000 Laughs show.[5] Buchi has performed alongside other comedians, such as I Go Dye, I Go Save, Basketmouth, and Bovi, among others.[6]

Awards
Standup Comedian Comedy of the year
Youth Award Comedy of the year

See also

References
  1. Vanguardngr (2011-12-17). "I wanted to be an Astronaut, but space is so far – Buchi". Vanguardngr. Retrieved 2011-12-17.
  2. ireporters (2012-04-24). "News Unplugged with Buchi Nigerian Comedian". ireporters. Retrieved 2012-04-24.
  3. Vanguardngr (2014-01-04). "I still cook for my family — Buchi". Vanguardngr. Retrieved 2014-01-04.
  4. National Daily Ng (2012-08-13). "Laffline speaks with Buchi". National Daily Ng. Archived from the original on 2014-02-21. Retrieved 2012-08-13.
  5. Naijagists (2012-01-05). "Nigerian Comedian Buchi Buys Land Rover SUV". Naijagists. Retrieved 2012-01-05.
  6. allAfrica (2012-06-02). "Buchi Nigerian Comedian in Ghana". allAfrica. Retrieved 2012-06-02.


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