{
  "id": 17313121,
  "title": "Comedian AY Explains UK Show Disruption, Promises Return Under Right Conditions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/comedian-ay-explains-uk-show-disruption-promises-return-under-right",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T00:14:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/comedian-ay-explains-uk-show-disruption-promises-return-under-right-conditions/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Renowned comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, recently shed light on the exorbitant fees certain Nigerian artists charge for guest appearances at comedy shows. In a video, Makun revealed that some Nigerian artists demand as much as N200 million to perform. Makun made this revelation while appealing to fans to concentrate on the comedy aspect of his shows rather than the musical performances. He emphasized that his remarks were not a criticism of Nigerian musicians or the music industry, but rather a clarification of the expenses involved in organizing comedy events.\n\nTragedy struck when AY's show in Cardiff, United Kingdom, was disrupted due to unresolved payment commitments, forcing him to cancel his scheduled performance at Valegate Retail Park. This led to fan disappointment and criticism, with some attendees taking to social media to express their frustration. While some fans condemned the experience, others expressed their disappointment as they had paid for tickets expecting to see AY perform.\n\nIn response to the backlash, AY took to Instagram to apologize to the attendees, acknowledging that they deserved better organization and timely communication about the event. He also shared a video showing himself, Akpororo, and MC Monica at the venue after attendees had left. Makun urged fans to watch the video before passing judgment on the situation. He expressed his gratitude to his supporters for helping build his brand over more than two decades and assured them that he remained committed to maintaining their trust.\n\nMakun further stated that he would gladly return to Cardiff under the right conditions, provided he works with a reliable local partner who could deliver the memorable evening fans expect.",
  "summary": "Ferdinand Ekechukwu and Tosin Clegg Popular comedian and actor, Ayo Makun recently revealed the huge fees some Nigerian artistes currently demand for guest appearances at comedy shows. He said some Nigerian artistes",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}