Nigerian skitmaker and comedian, Brain Jotter (real name Chukwuebuka Emmanuel Amuzie), has sparked conversations online after revealing how little he was once paid during his early days in the entertainment industry.
Taking to his official Instagram story, the comedy star shared an old photo of himself in costume before stardom with a caption that read:
“All this thing wey I wear, na ₦2,500 dem pay me dat time 😂”
The revelation quickly stirred reactions from fans who could relate to his humble beginnings.
Instagram user @movadopopper.owonifineboi commented: “If dem no pay you 2,500 how u wan take reason d millions😂”
Another fan, @lagos_boy_omoeko, added: “Lmao dem even pay u, u no happy, u never see where dem no go pay d u go still sort where u go sleep.”
In agreement, @_s.a.f.i.y.y.a.h shared her own reality, writing, “Everyone has their history to tell. Na that stage wey dem pay you 2,500 I dey now😂”
Today, Brain Jotter is one of Nigeria’s most celebrated online comedians, known for his unique “no stress” character and viral skits that have earned him millions of followers across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
His rise to fame began in 2020 when his short skits started gaining attention, and he has since gone on to collaborate with top comedians, host shows, and secure brand endorsements.
His recent throwback revelation is a reminder that every big success often begins with very humble beginnings.