Comedian and master of ceremonies Sunday Onyenachiya, professionally known as Sunny Messiah, recently completed the live recording of his debut stand-up special, Paternity Leave, in front of a sold-out audience at the Alliance Française de Lagos/Mike Adenuga Center, Ikoyi.
The performance highlighted Sunny Messiah’s distinctive combination of articulate English, sharp humor, and personal storytelling, with material centered on fatherhood, marriage, family life, and contemporary Nigerian adult experiences. In a statement to Saturday Beats, he described the special as a reflection of his personal journey, noting that his goal was to present relatable moments of love, stress, and joy in a way that could resonate with audiences.
The event also featured performances from emerging comedians, including ChimeFrancis, Iykomo, Dexmond, Funny Urch, Saint Envi, and AkanLaff. Musical contributions included a bass solo by HenryFretz and an act by P’Madox, while hosting was provided by Ebuka Mic. Senator Comedian made a surprise appearance, adding to the audience’s engagement.#newsafro_
