MC Casino: Biography, Career, Awards, Marriage And Net Worth

MC Casino has his birth name as Lawrence Osarenkhoe. He is a popular Nigerian standup Comedian, Master of Ceremonies, Event host, actor and television personality.

He was born on May 5, though year of his birth is not known. MC Casino hails from Benin, Edo State Nigeria.

 

MC Casino’s Educational Background

Casino attended Oranto Douglas, Nifor Academy High School, Benin in Edo State.

He later graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and Forestry from the University of Benin.

MC Casino’s Career

MC Casino started off as MC, event host and OAP with Silverbird Benin. He was also radio presenter with Silverbird Rhythm 93.7 and a one time Vice President of the University of Benin in 2010.

He later ventured into comedy business which has brought him more fame and wealth and today, has become one of the much talked about Nigerian comedians.

MC Casino is hilarious, very creative, capable of making people laugh off their span. His comedy skits centre around social, political and economic issues as they affect mankind.

His comedy is known to have inherent wisdom or witty sayings as his large audience take delight to sit back and watch his rich comedy. MC Casino has been widely described by the media as master of game of jokes.

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MC Casino has a unique hair style which has come to stay as his trade mark and his comedy skits are viewed widely across the globe.

MC Casino has featured at various shows and event centres across Nigeria alongside top Nigerian comedians like Basketmouth, Apororo, I Go Die, Bovi and many others.

Awards

MC Casino has made tremendous impact in the Nigerian comedy business, having won good number of awards, most notably as:

  • UBIBEN Best Comedian 2009
  • Edo Best Upcoming 2010
  • Second Runner Up National Comedy Challenge 2010
  • Niger Delta Best Campus Comedian 2010 among many other awards.

Recently, MC Casino was inducted into the prestigious Kings and Kingdom Africa Hall of fame as an Ambassador of Cultural Ethics, values and morals, ahead of his working visit to Europe.

The Founder and Chief Executive officer, Alfa Global Impact Initiative, Ameh David Noah conferred the award on him at the G Armani Concept house at a colourful ceremony held at the weekend in Benin City, Edo State Capital.

The stand-up comedian was recognized for his hilarious skits and sustainable vision, loyalty and commitment to reduction of sad moments and anxiety, took the Content Creator into the wings of honour among his contemporaries in the entertainment industry.

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At a later interview, the gifted comedian revealed that he derived his stage name from a movie, Casino produced by Jim Iyke. He added that he and his family are true fans of Jim Iyke.

His Personal Life

MC Casino is happily married to his lovely wife, Oneh after a tragic crash in his former relationship. The couple has been married since 2019.

As would be expected, the wedding ceremony was attended by family members, friends and prominent figures in all spheres of life.

MC Casino’s Net Worth

MC Casino is one of the richest and most influential Nigerian comedians with an estimated net worth of about $450,000 dollars. The talented comedian earns big from comedy, MC of high profile events, compere and other profitable engagements.

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