Comedian AY Bags Honorary Doctorate Degree From UK Varsity

Renowned Nigerian Comedian, Richard Ayodeji Makun, better known as AY has been honoured with a doctorate degree from St Thomas a Becket University in England, United Kingdom.

Naija News understands that the comic act and businessman clocked fifty years of age yesterday, August 26.

AY was confered with the honorary doctorate of humanities on Thursday at his 50th birthday celebration attended by veteran actors, comedians and singers.

Also at AY’s birthday celebration held yesterday in Lagos are Big Brother Naija reality stars, Naija News reports.

Notable faces at the ceremony are the likes of veteran actor Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Kanayo O. Kanayo, Yul Edochie, Juliet Ibrahim.

Also from the music industry are the likes of E-money, Mr P, KCee, 9ice, Dare Art Alade, comedian Gbenga Adeyinka.

Meanwhile, popular Nigerian actor, Victor Olaotan has died.

The talented Nollywood actor was known for his lead character in the popular movie series, Tinsel.

His demise was made public on Friday by his spokesperson, Demola Sanyaolu, Naija News reports.