Nigerian comedian Seyi Law is celebrating two decades on stage, and he’s using the milestone to reflect on the sacrifices and struggles that shaped his journey in the entertainment industry.
In a recent interview with HipTV, the comedian revealed how leaving his comfort zone and embracing challenges helped him grow into one of Nigeria’s most celebrated comedy acts.
“It’s been 20 years, and there have been a lot of sacrifices to get to where I am today. But when success comes, you forget the struggles. Like they say, ‘A day of joy erases years of sorrow,’” he said.
Seyi Law recalled moving from his uncle’s home in Orile to live with his aunt in Ebute Meta, Lagos, just so he could be closer to performance opportunities. He also spoke about leaving Lagos with his friend, fellow comedian Emeka Smith, to perform at universities across Nigeria despite not having money for accommodation.
“We slept in study theatres, searched for places to shower, and walked around during the day until we got the chance to perform,” he recounted. “We did this at OAU, UI, Olabisi Onabanjo University, UNILAG, and LASU. I remember backing up 9ice at a LASU Law dinner.”
Beyond his personal journey, Seyi Law highlighted his commitment to nurturing young talents, a lesson he learned from veteran comedian Ali Baba. According to him, many comedians once lived with him when he got his first apartment, and today, they’ve grown into successful entertainers.
He also revealed that some Nigerian music stars got their first international opportunities through his shows abroad.
“My shows outside Nigeria gave Kizz Daniel, Adekunle Gold, and Woli Arole their first visas,” he proudly shared.
