It is a consecration for the young prodigy of French humour of Ivorian-Ghanaian origin, he was awarded at the “African Talent Awards 2020” this Saturday, December 26 in Abidjan, the Ivorian capital. Saga Love is voted Best Comedian of the Year 2020, the trophy of the best actor engaged for the African cause.“African Talent Awards” is an annual pan-African event of distinction and merit for young African talent in all fields of activity.Chris Niamké aka Saga Love was nominated in the category “Best african comedian hired for Africa”, before winning all the votes and arriving at the throne in this category. Ze-africanews reviews the biography of this extraordinary humorist who has already conquered all the hearts of the African continent.
His name sounds like a legendary family saga: Saga love! With his real name Chris Niamké, this generous soul, proud of its origins, has made humor his favorite area. Saga Love first became known on social media, starting in 2013, its videos make the Buzz: up to 1,500,000 views. Her TV appearances, in Evelyne Thomas’ NRJ12 show “It’s My Choice”, but also in “Enfin te voilà” on CanalPlus, are going to be driving forces that will push him to want to go on stage to appropriate his passion.
After a short stint at the Cours Florent in Paris, Saga Love is spotted by producer Samba Kanté and joins the “After a short stint at Cours Florent in Paris, Saga Love is spotted by producer Samba Kanté and joins the SambaShow’s “Laughter Team”. Subsequently, with his two confreres Bayou Sarr and Moussier Tombola, they decided to form a stunning trio. Saga Love quickly became an essential pillar of this platform. For the young comedian, ridicule does not kill. He uses it with finesse to achieve his goal: to make people laugh! From the West Indian Zouk armed with his angry “anaconda”, to the frustrated blédard, from the provocative RATP controller to the panty train dragger, he combs all sections of society. Politicians are not left out, in his repertoire, François Hollande, Taubira Christiane or Rama Yade.
His humour is sometimes militant. Through laughter, he raises awareness about the dangers of depigmentation, denounces racism, discrimination, the lack of representation of blacks on television. He supports the fight of Assa Traoré or reacts to the reaction of the international Demba Ba. Saga Love is not only appreciated on the African continent but also in Europe.
Saga Love is fun in the first sense of the word. A confirmed actor. He is sometimes mischievous, playful and even very provocative, which makes his success with the public. Its objective, to make the spectators forget their worries thanks to its strident humor. You are thus stunned from the first seconds by a tsunamie of laughter.
Saga Love is fun in the first sense of the word. A confirmed actor. He is sometimes mischievous, playful and even very provocative, which makes his success with the public. Its objective, to make the spectators forget their worries thanks to its strident humor. You are thus stunned from the first seconds by a tsunamie of laughter.
His dual culture between France and Africa, makes him a multicultural humorist who knows how to surf between the sweetness of the French foam and the African waves. An asset that increases its popularity, each one is found in its humorous lexical field. Her lively humour even inspires French writers, author Alexandra Dauphine talks about Saga Love in her book “Célibataire? Don’t worry about it.”
In 2016, he collaborated with Black M in the music video “Je suis chez moi”, a role that once again revealed the talents of the young prodigy alongside Anne Roumanoff, Amadou and Mariam, rapper Youssoupha, the Twins…
The one who used his anaconda to seduce women has changed course, maturity has prevailed in his life, he is the father of a pretty little girl Aïnoa. Saga Love knows how to adapt, no brakes, no restrictions, no limit as long as he lives his passion: humor. His mother, whom she loves unconditionally, his wife whom he loves and respects and finally his daughter, he is surrounded by women who inspire him in his daily art.
For the past few weeks, Saga Love has been innovating, and it is through his Instagram page that he hosts an exchange program with his fans, assisted by his wife alias “Maitre Bataka”, the hussier of justice who has to decide the debats.” Mixed couples”, “marriage with a paperless person”, “my partner sucks in bed so I cheat on him”, “husband thief who takes responsibility for “gender diversity”.
With this award for Best Comedian of the Year 2020, the trophy for the best actor committed to the African cause, it is the talent of Saga Love that has been magnified but also his love for the continent that has been recognized.
