Influencer King Mitchy has turned a moment of vulnerability into one of hope for veteran comedian Richard Abiodun Ayoyinka, popularly known as Papa Ajasco, by gifting him over ₦2 million just days after he opened up about years of financial hardship and limited opportunities. The gesture has warmed hearts across social media revealing how public appeals can sometimes yield real support.
Ayoyinka had recently shared his frustrations in an interview, detailing how ownership of his iconic Papa Ajasco character by Wale Adenuga restricts him from using the role or costume without permission.
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King Mitchy responded swiftly by reaching out and delivering the cash gift in person. In a circulating video, she hands over the money while expressing admiration for Ayoyinka’s legacy, calling it a small way to honour a pioneer who brought laughter to millions through the long-running Papa Ajasco and Company series. Ayoyinka, visibly moved, accepted the support with gratitude, marking a rare positive turn after days of public pleas for help.
Fans have praised King Mitchy’s action, with many noting it as a timely boost for a legend who helped shape comedy in Nigeria.
While the gift doesn’t erase the systemic challenges Ayoyinka faces, it has sparked renewed conversations about supporting veterans.