Akpororo $15,000 Gift trends as the comedian shares a verified video of Burna Boy gifting him $15,000, sparking reactions online
Popular Nigerian comedian Bowoto Jephthah Oluwatiseyifumi Tanimola, professionally known as Akpororo, on Wednesday confirmed receiving a $15,000 cash gift from Afrobeats star Burna Boy, sharing a verified video to dispel speculation about digital manipulation.
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Akpororo posted the footage on his Instagram page, showing the moment he received the cash gift, estimated at about N20 million.
The Akpororo $15,000 Gift immediately gained traction online, with fans questioning whether the video was authentic.
Addressing rumours of deepfakes or staged content, Akpororo insisted the clip was real.
The comedian clearly displayed his face and the bundles of cash, stressing that the moment was genuine.
“This is not AI,” he said in the video, speaking in his trademark Warri-infused slang.
Visibly emotional, he repeatedly asked what he had done to merit such generosity.
In the now-viral clip, Akpororo expressed confusion over the motive behind the gift. He publicly asked Burna Boy what he expected in return, adding a playful tone to what many described as a staggering act of kindness.
The post sparked widespread reactions across social media. While some congratulated the comedian, others jokingly appealed for financial assistance from the windfall.
Burna Boy, a Grammy Award-winning artiste, has not publicly commented on the gesture as of press time.
However, the Akpororo $15,000 Gift has fuelled speculation about the nature of the relationship between the two entertainers and whether further collaborations may follow.
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The moment adds to a series of high-profile interactions among Nigerian entertainers that continue to capture public attention and drive viral conversations in the country’s vibrant creative industry.
David Okere is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering business, governance, public affairs, and human-interest stories with a commitment to accuracy, balance, and public interest reporting.
