Biography.
Benjamin Bello, also known by his alter ego, President Obonjo of Lafta Republic, has been performing stand-up comedy since 2010. His set combines political and personal story lines (drawing on his alter ego’s experiences and influences as a British Nigerian), the impact of social media on his life, and the nonsense of modern life.
Awards.
Last Minute Comedian of the Year – Winner, 2016.
New Act of the Year – Finalist, 2016.
English Comedian of the Year – Semi Finalist, 2016.
Great Yorkshire Comedian of the Year – Finalist, 2015.
Luton Comedian of the Year – Finalist, 2013.
Beat The Gong – Finalist, 2013.
Beat The Frog – Finalist, 2013.
Bath Comedy Gladiators – Finalist, 2013.
Hastings Comedian of the Month – Finalist, 2013.
Reviews.
“President Obonjo, the Idi Amin of St Albans is a strong comic premise. President Obonjo is a great comic construct with lots of seized opportunities for playing the cliches” – Steve Bennett, Chortle.
