Brain Jotter
| Brain Jotter | |
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| Birth name | Chukwuebuka Emmanuel Amuzie |
| Born | 5 February 1996 Orile Iganmu, Lagos State, Nigeria |
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| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | University of Lagos |
| Years active | 2020–present |
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| Website | Brain Jotter on YouTube |
Chukwuebuka Emmanuel Amuzie (born 5 February 1996), known professionally as Brain Jotter, is a Nigerian comedian, content creator, social media influencer and a philantropist.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Brain Jotter was born on 5 February 1996, in Orile Iganmu, Lagos State, Nigeria.[1] He hails from Imo State and is of Igbo descent. Raised in Lagos, he completed his primary and secondary education there. Brain Jotter later pursued a degree in Business Administration at the University of Lagos and graduated in 2024.[3]
Career
[edit]Brain Jotter's career in comedy began during his college years, where he performed as a stand-up comedian at various live comedy shows. His early performances included appearances at notable events such as "The Unleashed" and "Pencil Unbroken" in Abuja.[1] However, his major breakthrough came in 2020 when he started posting short comedic videos on Instagram.[4]
Some of his skits have featured other Nigerian comedians, such as Mr Funny, Nons Miraj, Don Jazzy and Bovi, and also performed alongside with them. He is the brand ambassador for The Shawn Exchange, a company that deals in digital assets and cryptocurrency.[5]
Gwo Gwo dance challenge which has become popular over social media platforms, the dance challenge revived the song "Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche" by Mike Ejeagha.[6][7] In May 2024, he organised another show 'Outside box comedy show' in Abuja.[8]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Brain Jotter talks inspiration behind comedy skits". The Nation. 12 December 2021. Retrieved 9 December 2023.
- ^ Ubanagu, Makua (30 May 2024). "Brainjotter raises over N20m for physically challenged fan". The Punch. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ Fasan, Yewande (26 August 2024). "Brain Jotter begs Elumelu for employment after graduation". The Nation.
- ^ Agbana, Rotimi (25 November 2021). "Brain Jotter On A Mission To Improving His Comic Craft – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". The Indepdent (Nigeria). Retrieved 7 July 2024.
- ^ Fabunmi, Funmilayo (6 December 2022). "Crypto firm unveils Brain Jotter as brand ambassador". The Punch. Retrieved 9 December 2023.
- ^ Ubanagu, Makua (23 July 2024). "No profits made from viral 'Gwo Gwo Ngwo' dance challenge — Brain Jotter". The Punch. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "With Brain Jotter, Old Song Finds New Life on Social Media". This Day. 27 July 2024. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Brain Jotter Brings Laughter with Debut Stand-up Comedy Show "Outside the Box"". This Day. 26 May 2024. Retrieved 16 September 2024.