Nigeria’s YouTube landscape is booming, with the top Nigerian YouTube channels garnering billions of views and substantial earnings. This analysis highlights the top performers, focusing on Nigerian YouTube channels with the most views and impressive earnings, spanning a diverse range of content from comedy to music and news.
This list focuses on channels officially tied to the country, excluding major names like Burna Boy, Wizkid’s Starboy TV, and Davido, whose channels lack a clear association with Nigeria or list other locations. These top performers span comedy, music, news, and more, showing how diverse content drives success on the platform.
The data covers key metrics like subscribers, total views, video counts, channel types, and creation dates. For monetization, estimates come from a standard approach, using a cost-per-thousand-views (CPM) range of $0.25 to $4. These figures are based on recent daily views where available. Overall, the channels show a mix of long-term growth and recent activity, with some relying on viral hits and others on steady uploads.
Agbaps Shorts 5.1 billion views
Leading the pack is Agbaps Shorts, a channel that has racked up 5.1 billion views since its launch on July 22, 2021. With 8 million subscribers and 837 videos, this animated comedy channel ranks 611th globally in subscribers. Its content, often short and funny animations, includes keywords like “funny,” “YouTube shorts,” “comedy,” and “3D.”
In the two weeks from August 5 to 18, it averaged 11.8 million daily views and gained about 30,000 subscribers monthly. This strong performance translates to estimated monthly earnings between $88,000 and $1.4 million, with yearly figures potentially reaching $709,000 to $11 million. Started just four years ago, Agbaps Shorts stands out for its rapid rise, likely fueled by the popularity of quick, shareable content that resonates widely.
MarkAngelComedy 2.5 billion views
In second place, MarkAngelComedy has accumulated 2.5 billion views over its 12-year run, starting from June 29, 2013. This comedy channel boasts 9.5 million subscribers – the highest in the top 15 – and has uploaded 1,300 videos. It sits at 462nd globally in subscribers.
Recent data shows around 379,000 daily views, though full 30-day subscriber and view numbers were not available. Based on approximately 11.5 million monthly views, monthly earnings could range from $2,900 to $46,000, resulting in yearly estimates of $35,000 to $552,000. MarkAngelComedy has become a key player in Nigerian comedy, with skits that consistently keep viewers coming back for laughs.
ePianoh 2.3 billion views
Third on the list is ePianoh, with 2.3 billion views since September 13, 2014. This people-focused channel, ranked 811th globally, has 1.7 million subscribers and a massive 3,100 videos. He specializes in reaction videos and livestreams, a genre that has proven successful for Nigerian creators.
Over the last 30 days, it gained 395 million views and 220,000 subscribers, with daily averages of 13 million views and more than 90,000 subscribers in the past two weeks. Monetization looks promising, with monthly estimates from $99,000 to $1.6 million and yearly from $572,000 to $9.2 million. Running for over a decade, ePianoh demonstrates how reaction content builds loyal followings through regular engagement.
Rema 2.2 billion views
Music takes the spotlight with Rema in fourth place, amassing 2.2 billion views on his channel, created April 7, 2019. With 5.1 million subscribers and 191 videos, it ranks 540th globally in the music category.
The last 30 days brought 45 million views and 60,000 subscribers, with daily views exceeding 1.5 million and over 30,000 subscribers in the recent two weeks. Earnings could hit $11,000 to $179,000 monthly and $116,000 to $1.9 million yearly. Rema’s success reflects the global reach of Afrobeats, where hit songs drive streams and build fanbases quickly.
Ckay 1.7 billion views
CKay follows in fifth, with 1.7 billion views since March 25, 2013. This music channel has 4.2 million subscribers, ranks 619th globally, and features 141 videos. Recent growth includes 17 million views and over 10,000 subscribers in the last 30 days, averaging more than 570,000 daily views. Monthly earnings are estimated at $4,300 to $68,000, with yearly up to $54,000 to $862,000. Much of this comes from viral tracks like “Love Nwantiti,” which has multiple versions boosting overall engagement.
Channels Television 1.6 billion views
News enters the mix with Channels Television in sixth, totaling 1.6 billion views from February 1, 2011. With 3.6 million subscribers and an astonishing 234,000 videos – the highest by far – it ranks 286th globally in news. The past 30 days saw over 18 million views and 20,000 subscribers, with daily views around 600,000 and more than 10,000 subscribers in two weeks.
Earnings estimates are $4,500 to $73,000 monthly and $52,000 to $828,000 yearly. As a traditional news outlet, it likely supplements income through ads and partnerships, emphasizing volume in content production.
SamSpedy 1.5 billion views
SamSpedy claims seventh spot with 1.5 billion views since November 28, 2012. This comedy channel has 4.1 million subscribers and 375 videos. In the last 30 days, it added 28 million views and 60,000 subscribers, averaging nearly 1 million daily views and over 20,000 subscribers recently. Monthly earnings range from $7,100 to $113,000, with yearly up to $68,000 to $1.1 million. SamSpedy’s focus on quality skits has paid off over 13 years.
Flavour 1.5 billion views
Tied for views at 1.5 billion is Official Flavour in eighth, launched June 6, 2011. With 3.8 million subscribers and 407 videos, this music channel gained 15 million views and over 30,000 subscribers in the last 30 days, averaging 500,000 daily views. Earnings could be $3,700 to $60,000 monthly and $38,000 to $615,000 yearly. Hits like “Nwa Baby” continue to draw streams, showing the enduring appeal of Nigerian music.
Sandra Okeke 1.5 billion views
Ninth is Sandra Okeke, with 1.5 billion views from her fitness-focused people channel started on June 10, 2018. She has 2.9 million subscribers and 672 videos. Recent 30-day growth includes 19 million views and over 20,000 subscribers, with more than 620,000 daily views. Monthly estimates are $4,700 to $75,000, yearly $60,000 to $956,000. As a fitness influencer, she likely adds revenue from sponsorships alongside views.
Kizz Daniel 1.4 billion views
Rounding out the top 10 is Kizz Daniel, with 1.4 billion views since February 19, 2019. His music channel has 3.5 million subscribers and 255 videos, ranking 653rd globally. The last 30 days brought 14 million views and over 20,000 subscribers, averaging 470,000 daily views. Earnings are estimated at $3,600 to $57,000 monthly and $65,000 to $1 million yearly. Viral songs like “Cough” and “Buga” fuel this growth, especially after recent releases.
Beyond the top 10, the list continues with officialpsquare at 1.4 billion views, known for music from the duo’s channel. Brightlight Comedy also hits 1.4 billion, delivering laughs through skits. Skinnycomics follows with 1.3 billion views in animated comedy. EeZee Global reaches 1.21 billion, focusing on gospel music and content. Finally, Omah Lay rounds out the top 15 with 1.2 billion views on his music channel.
These channels highlight Nigeria’s vibrant digital landscape, where comedy and music dominate but news and fitness also shine. Many started years ago, building audiences through consistent uploads or viral moments. Monetization varies, with top earners potentially making millions annually, though actual figures depend on factors like ad rates and partnerships.
