Brain Jotter

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Brain Jotter
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Officer Woos with Brain Jotter 2023
Birth nameChukwuebuka Emmanuel Amuzie
Born (1996-02-05) 5 February 1996 (age 29)
Orile Iganmu, Lagos State, Nigeria
Medium
Nationality Nigerian
Alma mater University of Lagos
Years active2020–present
Genres
Website Brain Jotter on YouTube

Chukwuebuka Emmanuel Amuzie (born 5 February 1996), known professionally as Brain Jotter, is a Nigerian comedian, content creator, social media influencer and philanthropist. [1] [2]

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Early life and education

Brain Jotter was born on 5 February 1996, in Orile Iganmu, Lagos State, Nigeria. [1] He hails from Imo State. Raised in Lagos, he completed his primary and secondary education there. Brain Jotter later pursued a degree in Business Administration at the University of Lagos and graduated in 2024. [3]

Career

Brain Jotter's career in comedy began during his college years, where he performed as a stand-up comedian at various live comedy shows. His early performances included appearances at notable events such as "The Unleashed" and "Pencil Unbroken" in Abuja. [1] However, his major breakthrough came in 2020 when he started posting short comedic videos on Instagram. [4]

Some of his skits have featured other Nigerian comedians, such as Mr Funny, Nons Miraj, Don Jazzy and Bovi. He is the brand ambassador for The Shawn Exchange, a company that deals in digital assets and cryptocurrency. [5]

He started the 'Gwo Gwo' dance challenge which became popular on social media platforms. The dance challenge revived the song "Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche" by Mike Ejeagha. [6] [7] In May 2024, he organised another show 'Outside box comedy show' in Abuja. [8]

In November 2024, he headlined a Stage Play at the Ghanaian National Theatre titled “U Play me, I Play U” written by Efo Kodjo Mawugbe. [9]

He has also acted in several series such as Basketmouth's Papa Benji .

Philanthropy

Brain Jotter has been widely recognized for his philanthropic efforts. In 2023, he raised awareness for a woman in need of surgery, leading to a successful public donation campaign that funded her medical treatment. [10] [11]

During his Outside the Box show in Abuja, a disabled woman’s life was transformed when the audience collectively donated over 20 million Naira in response to her story. [12] [13]

Following the viral success of the “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo” challenge, Brain Jotter paid a visit to legendary highlife musician Mike Ejeagha and supported him with a gift of 2 million Naira. [14]

In 2025, he took his charitable work further by launching Share the Grace, a web-based platform where underprivileged individuals could apply for financial support in areas such as health, education, and business, making philanthropy more accessible and transparent. [15]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Brain Jotter talks inspiration behind comedy skits". The Nation . 12 December 2021. Retrieved 9 December 2023.
  2. Ubanagu, Makua (30 May 2024). "Brainjotter raises over N20m for physically challenged fan". The Punch . Retrieved 16 September 2024.
  3. Fasan, Yewande (26 August 2024). "Brain Jotter begs Elumelu for employment after graduation". The Nation .
  4. Agbana, Rotimi (25 November 2021). "Brain Jotter On A Mission To Improving His Comic Craft – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". The Indepdent (Nigeria). Retrieved 7 July 2024.
  5. Fabunmi, Funmilayo (6 December 2022). "Crypto firm unveils Brain Jotter as brand ambassador". The Punch . Retrieved 9 December 2023.
  6. Ubanagu, Makua (23 July 2024). "No profits made from viral 'Gwo Gwo Ngwo' dance challenge — Brain Jotter". The Punch . Retrieved 16 September 2024.
  7. "With Brain Jotter, Old Song Finds New Life on Social Media". This Day . 27 July 2024. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
  8. "Brain Jotter Brings Laughter with Debut Stand-up Comedy Show "Outside the Box"". This Day . 26 May 2024. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
  9. Nigeria, Guardian (14 November 2024). "Unique Kings Obi highlights BrainJotter's role in sold-out Ghanaian play". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
  10. Fasan, Yewande (2 September 2023). "Skitmaker Brainjotter helps ailing fan with surgery fees". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
  11. Nosa, Oke-Hortons (1 September 2023). "Brainjotter Calls Out Davido, Obi Cubana, & Tunde Ednut After Paying for Surgery to Help Woman With Skin Ulcer - Legit.ng". www.legit.ng. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
  12. Nigeria, Guardian (26 May 2024). "N30m raised for physically challenged lady at Brain Jotters show in Abuja". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
  13. Fasan, Yewande (30 May 2024). "Comedian Brainjotter raises over N20m for physically challenged fan". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
  14. Television, Channels (23 July 2024). "Brain Jotter Visits Highlife Legend Mike Ejeagha After Viral Dance Video Success". Channels Television. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
  15. "How 'Share The Grace' Platform Records Overwhelming Response – Unique Kings Obi – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 1 April 2025. Retrieved 8 April 2025.