Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has reacted hilariously to a skit comedian Bovi made about him for his upcoming show in the United States. Bovi created a skit about the abduction of several big celebrities in the Nigerian entertainment industry, including Seun Kuti. In the skit, the comedian acted as a top officer in the Nigerian Police Force responsible for negotiating the ransom and release of the ‘victims’. During the negotiation, he willingly offered reasonable prices for some celebrities, but when it got to Seun Kuti’s turn, he offered the meager sum of N250,000. The kidnapper was displeased with the amount and warned that if Bovi mentioned the amount again, they would kill Seun on the spot. Humorously, Bovi kept mentioning “250, 250” because he wanted the abductors to kill Seun. Watch the skit below, During an Instagram live session, Seun was asked about his opinion on the skit, and he appeared to be cool with it. He even said Bovi is a funny comedian, unlike a certain comedian whose name rhymes with the word ‘Dakun’, referring to Ayo Makun, with whom he recently had an altercation online. Seun, however, mentioned that Bovi received permission from him before filming the skit. Watch his reaction below,
Ibrahim Ali Khan Is Basically Saif Ali Khan From ‘Hum Tum’, Desis Share Hilarious Jokes
0share Share Tweet Facebook Messenger Saif Ali Khan’s genes are like precision engineers – they never miss the mark! Ibrahim, Taimur, and Jeh didn’t just inherit their father’s DNA; they practically borrowed his face. It’s a genetic jackpot where Saif’s resemblance to Saif is outshined by how much more Ibrahim resembles Saif! It’s a family photo album with a touch of genetic copy-paste perfection. For example, a user on X (formerly Twitter) @killTMpls shared two pictures – one of Saif Ali Khan from ‘Hum Tum’ channelling his “Tom Cruise look” and the other of Ibrahim Ali Khan. Ibrahim Ali Khan basically looks like Saif from ‘Hum Tum’! The resemblance is uncanny! Saif Ali Khan in hum tum way back when and his son now !!!!! pic.twitter.com/Sha6eYD2Xz — manhoos (@killTMpls) February 15, 2024 This led to people cracking hilarious jokes about their similarities! Because this is typically a case of Ctrl C-Ctrl V, if you know what we mean. 😛 It’s almost as though God created Saif, and realized how perfect his creation was, so he decided to shower the world with more such perfections! I don’t understand how are they such exact copies of each other.. this is literally another level of resemblance — waنia🦋 (@_iaintwanii) February 16, 2024 he is giving xerox copies — Taha (@tahaactually) February 16, 2024 Amrita’s genes didn’t even try — anshiki (@___Anshi) February 16, 2024 God knew that one person was too less for that face, it deserves multi-generational adulation. — urview 🕰️ (@urviicky) February 16, 2024 Ctrl C, Ctrl V 🤯 — Nishtha Prasad (@nishtha_prasad) February 16, 2024 the tom cruise look hahah. the resemblance is uncanny! xerox copies fr. https://t.co/Nb5b1HAZak — :)) existential crisis era 🍉 (@nidawwh) February 16, 2024 god said i can make saif ali khan again but better https://t.co/oLje4Me231 — sheila (@shielakijawaani) February 16, 2024 saif ibrahim taimur looking at each other😭😭😭 https://t.co/8rGaeBaWO3 pic.twitter.com/jOCLuCCFVp — K (@Kitnibaatein) February 16, 2024 if ibrahim doesn’t become a GOOD romcom actor, it will truly be the greatest loss of our generation. he is literally our last hope. https://t.co/OR0g7kyYvY — div (@divs2001) February 16, 2024 karan johar needs to move and cast him in a silly rom com LIKE YOU HAVE ONE JOB https://t.co/flNjAmeU3b — bun (@girls4j) February 16, 2024 Ibrahim Ali Khan in a Bollywood rom-com movie is what we all deserve! 😀 0share Share Tweet Facebook Messenger
50 Ingenious Signs That May Leave Your Sides Hurting From Laughter (New Pics)
You’ve heard of stand-up comedy, but are you familiar with sign-up comedy? Well, the concept is simple: there are signs, hung up in various places, patiently waiting for passersby to read them and chuckle. And as the Funny Signs subreddit has made abundantly clear, there is absolutely no shortage of silly signs in the world.
Below, you’ll find some of our favorite clever, hilarious and even unintentionally funny signs that members have shared in this light-hearted group. Enjoy scrolling through this signage that might inspire you to keep your eyes peeled for silly signs in your own neighborhood, and remember to upvote the ones you’d love to encounter someday!
#1 Ah Yes, The Casual Neighborhood Coyote Detonating Tnt
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#2 Is It True Guys ???
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#3 Big Fat Nope
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The Funny Signs subreddit has a very simple mission. Their “About Community” section invites members to submit their “funny signs, billboards, or warnings here!” And clearly, many people appreciate the art of a hilarious sign. The community has amassed an impressive 2.7 million members over the last 11 years, and they’re constantly sharing the silliest and most amusing signs they spot from all over the world.
Anything from billboards off the side of the highway to pieces of paper taped to doors on small businesses can be featured on r/funnysigns, as long as there’s humor in the message. And if you’re an advertiser or individual trying to ensure that your signs don’t get drowned out by the millions of other signs that bombard us every day, humor might be your very best tool. In fact, even state governments in the US have implemented comedy into their highway signs warning drivers of the dangers of speeding, driving drunk and texting while driving.
#4 Warning: Surprises Are Not Needed!
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#5 I’m A Dog Lover As Well
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#6 Pub In The UK
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According to Business Insider, funny highway signs have popped up in Iowa, Texas, New Jersey, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Nevada and more, urging drivers not to drive “Star Spangled Hammered” on the Fourth of July and to “Hocus Pocus Drive With Focus.” But the federal government seems to view these eye-catching signs as more of a hazard than anything else.
In 2022, federal officials tried to bring an end to the quirky highway messages displayed in New Jersey, such as “We’ll be blunt, don’t drive high” and “Nice car, did it come with a turn signal?” But some experts argue that the fact that these signs grab drivers’ attention is exactly why they’re so effective. Tripp Shealy, a researcher at Virginia Tech, supports the snarky signs because they force drivers to engage their brains and can help break up the mundanity of driving on long, boring stretches of the highway. If these signs make us chuckle for a moment, they might snap us back to reality and make us realize that we’re accidentally going 15 over the speed limit.
#7 Don’t Hold Back. Share Your Ideas!
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#8 Some Good Advice From The Fire Department
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#9 Truth Be Told!
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Another common type of hilarious sign you might see featured in the Funny Signs subreddit is one from outside of a restaurant or fast food establishment. But according to the Houston Sign Company, these can be hit or miss. They might grab the attention of people passing by and make them stop to take a photo or wonder what business shared the hilarious message in the first place. And if the sign goes viral on social media, it’s a sure way to bring in new customers.
But on the other hand, these humorous signs can be a risk. If the joke is inappropriate or falls flat, customers will be deterred from coming in. And they will affect the kind of clientele your restaurant brings in. So if you have an upscale dining establishment, you might not want to post a funny sign outside that will attract children and young people who will impact the ambiance of your restaurant and won’t be willing to pay high prices for their meals.
#10 Yayy
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#11 Neighbors
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#12 Demon Dog Sign
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If you’re a restaurant owner who wants to make a humorous sign part of your brand, to attract customers and encourage them to post about their dining experience on social media, make sure that you choose the right message. In fact, it might be wise to change up the signage every month or so to continue grabbing potential customers’ attention as they drive or walk by. And of course, as a business owner, you can’t place too much emphasis on the sign. It might get customers in the door once, but without excellent service and a great customer experience, it won’t be enough to guarantee they keep coming back.
#13 Free Snowman
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#14 Too Funny
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#15 The Four Horsemen Of The Bathroom Closet
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When it comes to advertising, it’s no secret that humorous commercials and taglines are effective. We all know “Jake from State Farm,” Progressive’s spokeswoman Flo, and the Old Spice man because they used humor to grab audiences’ attention. Especially when companies are aiming to sell a particularly boring product, such as insurance or deodorant, it’s important for them to find some way to be memorable to consumers. And if that can be achieved by paying for a massive billboard on the side of the highway captioned, “Your wife is hot! Time to get the A/C fixed,” why wouldn’t companies order hilarious signs?
#16 Six Word Stories
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#17 Repeat This Is Not A Drill
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#18 “I Laughed… I Cried.” Bathroom Of The Year
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At the end of the day, every company wants consumers to remember their name. (Ideally, in a positive light of course.) And according to a 1993 study published in the Journal of Marketing, “humor is more likely to enhance recall, evaluation, and purchase intention when the humorous message coincides with ad objectives, is well-integrated with those objectives, and is viewed as appropriate for the product category. Under such circumstances, humorous advertising is more likely to secure audience attention, increase memorability, overcome sales resistance, and enhance message persuasiveness.” We’ve known for decades now that a funny ad is more likely to leave a lasting impression than a serious one!
#19 Happens To Me Often
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#20 Only Two Years Left
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#21 Nice
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“Humor, when executed properly, helps cut through the noise and helps you stand out,” says Tim Washer, a senior social media and marketing manager for Cisco Systems in New York City. “If you can make someone laugh, there is an emotional connection with them. And anything you say beyond that is going to be more meaningful.” So if you can grab the attention of viewers, pedestrians or readers with a catchy, silly line or photo, then your main message that follows will be even more impactful.
#22 So What’s The Purpose Of This Store?
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#23 Who Gave Zeb Aimbot?
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#24 Repetitive Incidents
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If you’re looking to execute some comedy in your own marketing or messaging, Washer says there are two common mistakes he sees companies make all too often. “The first, and easily the biggest, is trying to include too much product messaging,” he told Inc. “As soon as you start doing that, you lose the audience. It’s important to fight the urge to burden a comedy with product information. The second mistake I see is companies that simply are not willing to take a risk by being a little bit edgy. If you are safe, your results will be average. But it’s when you take a chance that something can become really big.”
#25 Know Yourself
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#26 Forensics Lab Rules
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#27 At A Local Church
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We hope you’re enjoying your scroll through all of these hilarious signs, pandas. Keep upvoting your favorites, and remember to keep an eye out for all of the silly signs that are hiding in your own city. I’m sure there are more than you think! And if you’re looking for a sign to keep scrolling on Bored Panda, here it is: you can find our last article featuring amusing photos from the Funny Signs subreddit right here!
#28 When You Claim It’s Just For Fun, But Is It?
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#29 Yeah Abby
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#30 I Broke My Toilet A Few Times This Year, So My Roommate Got A Text From Our Landlord Framed
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#31 It’s Not A Bug, It’s A Feature
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#32 Now That’s A Good Advice!
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#33 Weather Balloons
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#34 Don’t Catch ‘Em All!
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#35 If This Is Not A Sign I Dont Know What Is ?
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#36 This Relatable Sign In Ireland
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#37 That Makes Sense Actually
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#38 How Convenient
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#39 Well, Of Course!
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#40 Spotted In The Men’s Room
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#41 Presumably Good Advice
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#42 Just Stop
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#43 Found This Gem In My University’s Library
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#44 Funny Street Signs
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#45 Just Like Potato
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#46 Ironic
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#47 At My Local Park
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#48 You Might Be Too Young To Get This
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#49 Sigh…well They Tried
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#50 Stop
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EXO Chen Proves He’s ‘Vocal King’ Following VIRAL ‘Crazy’ Riff Challenge, Fans React | KpopStarz
On various platforms, EXO Chen once again earned praises and applause from music fans following the viral “Crazy” riff challenge!
EXO Chen Wraps Up First Solo Tour in Japan ‘Polaris’
Earlier, EXO Chen successfully wrapped up his first solo tour in Japan, “Polaris,” which was held eight times in five Japanese cities including Yokohama, Osaka, Okayama, and Kitakyushu, starting in Nagoya on August 19.
During the month-long tour, Chen unveiled the full-length stage of his first Japanese solo album, “Polaris” for the first time. The idol was well-received by Japanese EXO-Ls for his honey vocals combined with the band’s live session.
(Photo : EXO Chen (Herald POP))
During the tour, the male idol presented an impressive setlist that comprised a total of 20 songs in various genres, ranging from his Korean solo album hits such as, “Beautiful Goodbye,” “Shall We?” and “Best Luck.”
EXO-Ls also prepared a surprise birthday party for the singer during his stage at Kitakyushu on the 17th, ahead of his actual special day on the 21st.
EXO Chen Becomes Hot Topic for ‘Crazy Riff’ Challenge
(Photo : EXO Chen (Herald POP))
Following the tour, Chen then held his special birthday party and K-pop fans especially EXO-Ls who attended Chen’s party took to online platforms to share what happened during the event. Indeed, netizens and music fans can’t help but praise him for his top-notch vocals singing his hits.
People also found it cute when he catered to fans’ requests to make various challenges and dance covers, such as him doing STAYC’s “Poppy” as well as TikTok’s “Snowman” challenge.
#HappyChenDay #chen 🥹🥹 pic.twitter.com/VGrffWeLhC
— Lucky_921 (@LUCKY__921)
The song, popularized by Sia became a viral challenge for its 40-second long verse which needed to be sung in one breath. Indeed, Chen impressed fans with his vocals but failed the challenge multiple times during the performance.
But among the challenges that he faces, Chen proves his unrivaled status as a “Vocal King” after slaying the “Crazy” Riff Challenge, whether it be using his high or low registers!
Originally, the song challenged a singer to sing its first line with an incredible high riff, raising its note 6-step high. But this time, he was also asked to do the 6-step low note and it was marvelous!
#CHEN – CRAZY CHALLENGE
📉📉📉 vs 📈📈📈 pic.twitter.com/vcnIVgSYNZ
— 체니 🫧 (@JD_negin)
A fan even combined the two videos where Chen was singing using his high and low register together, and the final result was undoubtedly a masterpiece!
When his videos were uploaded on TikTok, it took only a minute for Chen to become viral, once again reliving the popular challenge that arose two years ago in 2021.
Not only K-pop fans but even internet users were impressed by the singer, once again reminding them why he’s considered an untouched “Vocal King” not only among third-gen vocalists but also in the music scene.
Everyone did the high note challenge, but not the high note king! His range is crazy!!!!! https://t.co/FELNqbpQK9
— wan | POLARIS 🌌 (@Chennie__chen)
WOW CHEN’S VOCALS IS REALLY INSANE
— eve •ᴗ• (@exoeriahh)
I really love chen’s vocals 🥹 it’s sooo beautiful… always making me smile whenever I hear him sing 🥹🥹
— ▪️ (@LOEYZ0NE)
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James Cleverly apologises for ‘appalling’ date rape drug joke at No 10 event
James Cleverly has apologised for joking about spiking his wife’s drink with a date rape drug in comments made at a Downing Street reception. The home secretary’s remarks came just hours after the Home Office announced plans to crack down on spiking, when someone puts drugs into another person’s drink or directly into their body without their knowledge or consent. Cleverly told female guests at the reception that “a little bit of Rohypnol in her drink every night” was “not really illegal if it’s only a little bit”, the Sunday Mirror reported. He also laughed that the secret to a long marriage was ensuring your spouse was “someone who is always mildly sedated so she can never realise there are better men out there”. Conversations at Downing Street receptions are usually understood to be “off the record” but the Sunday Mirror decided to break that convention because of Cleverly’s position and the subject matter. A spokesperson for the home secretary said: “In what was always understood as a private conversation, James, the home secretary, tackling spiking made what was clearly meant to be an ironic joke – for which he apologises.” Cleverly met his wife, Susie, at university and the couple have two children. Senior Labour figures criticised Cleverly’s “appalling” comments. Alex Davies-Jones, the shadow minister for domestic violence and safeguarding, said: “‘It was a joke’ is the most tired excuse in the book and no one is buying it. “If the home secretary is serious about tackling spiking, and violence against women and girls, then that requires a full cultural change. The ‘banter’ needs to stop and it has to start at the top.” The shadow home secretary, Yvette Cooper, said: “Spiking is a disturbing and serious crime which is having a devastating impact on young women’s lives. It is truly unbelievable that the home secretary made such appalling jokes on the very same day the government announced new policy on spiking.” Ministers have pledged to modernise the language used in legislation to make clear that spiking is a crime and announced a series of other measures as part of a crackdown. But they stopped short of making spiking a specific offence. In November, Cleverly apologised in the Commons for using “inappropriate language” towards Labour MP Alex Cunningham but denied he called the latter’s Stockton constituency a “shit-hole”. The MP for Braintree in Essex, who replaced Suella Braverman as home secretary, told MPs: “I know what I said. I rejected the accusation that I criticised his constituency.” He added: “My criticism, which I made from a sedentary position, about the honourable gentleman used inappropriate language for which I apologise.”