BRODA SHAGGI
The Multifaceted Entertainer Redefining Nigerian Comedy
The Multifaceted Entertainer Redefining Nigerian Comedy
Samuel Animashaun Perry, widely recognized by his stage name Broda Shaggi, is a dynamic force in Nigeria's entertainment scene. Born in 1993, in Ikenne, Ogun State, Nigeria, he has carved a niche for himself as a comedian, actor, musician, and content creator. With a background in Creative Arts from the University of Lagos and the influence of his father, a drama teacher, Broda Shaggi's journey into the limelight is both inspiring and emblematic of the evolving Nigerian entertainment landscape.
Can you share how your journey as a comedian and musician began?
My professional journey started during my final year at the University of Lagos. Though I was studying Creative Arts, I didn't initially see myself pursuing comedy as a career. However, people found me funny, and I enjoyed making them laugh. I began as a stage actor, embracing various characters, which eventually led me to create the persona of Broda Shaggi. Music was always a passion alongside comedy; I love singing, acting, and playing instruments like the drums.
My professional journey started during my final year at the University of Lagos. Though I was studying Creative Arts, I didn't initially see myself pursuing comedy as a career. However, people found me funny, and I enjoyed making them laugh. I began as a stage actor, embracing various characters, which eventually led me to create the persona of Broda Shaggi. Music was always a passion alongside comedy; I love singing, acting, and playing instruments like the drums.
How do you balance your music career with comedy? Are they interconnected for you?
Absolutely, they're interconnected. In Nigeria, creatives are often boxed into specific roles. Once people know you for something, they expect you to stick with it. But I believe in exploring all my talents. I'm a man of many talents, and I love expressing myself in different aspects of the arts.
Absolutely, they're interconnected. In Nigeria, creatives are often boxed into specific roles. Once people know you for something, they expect you to stick with it. But I believe in exploring all my talents. I'm a man of many talents, and I love expressing myself in different aspects of the arts.
Which comedians or artists have inspired your style of comedy?
Honestly, none. I've always done my thing without looking up to any particular comedian. My style is self-developed, stemming from my experiences and observations.
Honestly, none. I've always done my thing without looking up to any particular comedian. My style is self-developed, stemming from my experiences and observations.
How has Lagos influenced your humor and creative work?
Lagos has had a significant impact. Most of my comedy emanates from my daily life as a Lagosian. The character I created, Broda Shaggi, resonates with everyday activities in Lagos. Everyone, regardless of their social class, can relate to that character.
Lagos has had a significant impact. Most of my comedy emanates from my daily life as a Lagosian. The character I created, Broda Shaggi, resonates with everyday activities in Lagos. Everyone, regardless of their social class, can relate to that character.
How do you perceive the evolution of the comedy scene in Lagos over the past few years?
It's changed significantly. Previously, we mostly had stand-up comedians. Now, with the rise of social media comedy skits, more people are venturing into this aspect of art. It has really helped and changed the landscape over time.
It's changed significantly. Previously, we mostly had stand-up comedians. Now, with the rise of social media comedy skits, more people are venturing into this aspect of art. It has really helped and changed the landscape over time.
Can you describe the most embarrassing situation you've experienced while filming a skit in public?
There was a time I was filming a movie set, not even my skit, and some street touts came to disrupt everything. Even though the producer tried to settle them, they kept coming in groups, each claiming ownership of the area. It was very annoying and embarrassing. I just went into the car; I don't like to be mixed up in dramas.
There was a time I was filming a movie set, not even my skit, and some street touts came to disrupt everything. Even though the producer tried to settle them, they kept coming in groups, each claiming ownership of the area. It was very annoying and embarrassing. I just went into the car; I don't like to be mixed up in dramas.
If Broda Shaggi were to host a cooking show, what traditional Nigerian dish would he prepare first?
We'd start with beans and bread. If we're talking about a traditional Nigerian dish, maybe eba and egusi soup.
We'd start with beans and bread. If we're talking about a traditional Nigerian dish, maybe eba and egusi soup.
How would you describe Lagos in a few words?
Lagos is beautiful, full of opportunities, and growth. It has positively affected me in many ways.
Lagos is beautiful, full of opportunities, and growth. It has positively affected me in many ways.
If Lagos were a color and a smell, what would they be?
The color would be yellow, because of the buses and everything. The smell would be that of a flower.
The color would be yellow, because of the buses and everything. The smell would be that of a flower.
What are your favorite places in Lagos to relax or get inspired?
I love Freedom Park; it's a calm place that enables artists to express their art. When I want to relax with friends, I go to the beach.
I love Freedom Park; it's a calm place that enables artists to express their art. When I want to relax with friends, I go to the beach.