Nigerian skit maker Nasiru Lawal, popularly known as Nasboi, has criticised fellow skit maker-turned-streamer Odahohwo Joseph Efe, also known as Carterefe, for allegedly downplaying the relevance of skit-making.
The reaction follows Carterefe’s controversial remarks during a recent appearance on The Honest Bunch Podcast, where he claimed that skit-making is no longer as viable as it once was.
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According to him, the skit industry is “dead,” a statement that quickly sparked debate among content creators and fans.
Carterefe explained during the interview that he began feeling depressed at one point because he believed the skit-making space was gradually dying.
He added that his outlook changed after he transitioned into streaming, which he said gave him a new sense of direction in the digital entertainment space.
However, Nasboi strongly disagreed with the statement, calling it unfair to the industry that helped many creators, including Carterefe, gain recognition.
Speaking during a recent interview with Naija FM Lagos, Nasboi said evolving as a content creator is not a bad thing, but dismissing the industry that helped build one’s career is inappropriate.
“Evolving is not a bad idea but talking down on the industry that made you is a crime in my books,” Nasboi said.
He also revealed that despite the criticism, he still maintains a friendly relationship with Carterefe, noting that they communicate regularly.
According to him, Carterefe sometimes makes statements that can be easily misunderstood.
“Carterefe is my friend, we speak every time. But he is a loose talker,” he added.
Nasboi further emphasised that skit-making remains a thriving industry, especially on social media platforms where new creators continue to gain popularity and build careers through short-form comedy content.
“You can’t say skit-making is dead. People are blowing up every day with skit-making,” he said.
The comedian explained that the evolution of content creators into other areas, such as streaming, music, or filmmaking, does not mean the original industry they came from has become irrelevant.
Instead, he believes it reflects the natural growth and diversification of digital creators.
“The fact that people evolved doesn’t mean that the industries they are leaving are dead,” Nasboi stated.
In recent years, Nigeria’s skit-making industry has grown rapidly, with many creators building large audiences on social media platforms and turning their online popularity into opportunities in music, film, brand partnerships, and live performances.
Nasboi’s remarks highlight the ongoing conversation among digital creators about the future of online comedy and the importance of acknowledging the platforms and industries that helped launch their careers.
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