The event began at 6:00 p.m. and ran through to midnight, culminating in a colourful fireworks display at Car Park B, where Larry J was joined by fellow comedians and attendees to round off the night on a festive note.
Reflecting on the success of the show, Larry J described it as a carefully curated, family-friendly experience designed to promote ethical comedy and support upcoming talents in the industry.
“It was a family-friendly show, a night of comedy and laughs,” he said. “We deliberately separated comedy from laughs because we featured a comedy competition, where the winner went home with ₦1 million. Even without a sponsor, we felt it was important to support our own craft. There are many good comedians out there who are looking for platforms, and this is our way of giving back to the industry.”
The comedian also revealed that several of his colleagues attended the show purely to relax and enjoy the performances. Industry legends such as Ali Baba, alongside actors including Deyemi Okanlawon, were present, adding to the excitement of the night.
The show was headlined by notable comedians such as Kenny Blaq, Damola Is My Name, Forever, Judicious, Phronesis, and others, while fans of Larry J turned out in large numbers to support the event.
Speaking on how the winner of the comedy competition was selected, Larry J emphasized strict adherence to ethical standards. “The vetting process is very simple,” he explained. “We focus on ethical comedy and appearance. The kind of joke matters a lot. Anyone who uses foul language, especially the F-word, is immediately disqualified. No jokes about women’s bodies either. I want the audience to enjoy a comedy show without feeling guilty afterward, especially those who are deeply religious.”
Addressing concerns about whether Artificial Intelligence (AI) could one day replace comedians, Larry J dismissed the idea, stating that AI lacks the nuance required for true comedic expression.
“AI cannot replace comedy,” he said. “I’ve tried it. Some people even taught AI my comedy pattern, but it failed when it came to details and timing. It got confused during transitions. I’m working on an animation of my work next year, and I was told I still have to do the voice because AI can’t replicate it. AI may do comedy, but it can’t do my comedy. Maybe I would have gone to meet the Lord before AI takes over comedy.”
The event once again reinforced Larry J’s reputation as a performer committed not only to entertainment but also to nurturing talent and preserving values within Nigeria’s comedy industry.