By Olufadeke, Florence Abisoye, Banjo
'My Top 7 list of people/pages to follow on Instagram that will make your day or at least make you smile.' (written last year, updated 3/8/2021)
Photo collage created by ME!!
Hey, guys, today's blog will be a bit different from the topics I usually write about, but I hope that you will enjoy reading it. I have come up with the top 7 people or pages to follow on Instagram. These people/pages I have personally been entertained by and, in one way or the other, has made my day or at least made me smile or laugh a little during the lockdown and these strange and unpredictable times we are living in. I believe everyone needs a bit of sunshine đđ during these difficult times, and although social media does have some cons, it can also be a great platform to find some dope people who want to spread some positivity.
Gif, 'Carlton from Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'
Alright, đđlet us get into this list.
First up on this list:
1) Alexis Feather A.K.A @yungbbq
"What da freak?" - @yungbbq
Alexis Feather from the USA, better known by her followers as @yungbbq
is known for her viral dance videos to both old school and new school songs, her videos give me childhood nostalgia as well as just putting a smile on my face, one of my favourite dance videos from her is one she did to Missy Elliot 'I can't stand the rain, Supa Dupa fly' song, from recreating the famous garbage suit outfit Missy Elliot wore in the 'I can't stand the rain, Supa Dupa fly' music video to giving us early 2000's R&B music vibes with her dancing in the rain (guys don't tell me you don't remember those type of R&B music videos when the guy is dancing in the rainđ), this particular video even got recognised and shared on Missy Elliot's Instagram page (@missymisdemeanorelliott). I also enjoyed her recreation of Tina Tuner's iconic music video for ' What's love got to do with it', from filming at the same location where Tina Turner had her music video to recreating Tina Turner's iconic outfit and hairstyle (I will share the video here for you guys to enjoy later). Yet, she made it her own with her own dance moves.
video credit by @yungbbq YouTube channel (Thatâs So lex), a video entitled: Whatâs love got to do with it?)
@yungbbq dance videos and overall positive personality make her appeal to a wide range of audiences. Whether you want to dance along to her dance videos or try to challenge her to a dance battle on her Instagram live, she is definitely one to put a smile on your face and make you laugh, so give her a follow and thank me later :) @yungbbq.
2) Elsa Majimbo, @Majimb.O
"Being rich is not a choice it's a calling"đ - @Majimb.O
The Kenyan Instagram comedian whose short funny videos were filmed on her iPhone in the comfort of her bedroom during lockdown went viral throughout social media. Elsa has been featured on CNN ('This chip-eating Kenyan comic is keeping Africans entertained on social media'), 'The New York Times', interviewed by American Television journalist 'Anderson Copper' ('Anderson Cooper talks with comic Elsa Majimbo about life during quarantine') and even has a show on Comedy Central. Recently, Elsa announced on her Instagram that she has been nominated by E! People's choice award in the category of African Social star along with some other nominees (you can vote for her under the category ' African Social star' on the People's Choice Awards website and check out the other categories and candidates).
Majimbo's videos have definitely kept me entertained during the lockdown. So if you want something that you can relate to in some way, will make you laugh, and you can share on your favourite group chat, then she is definitely one to follow on Instagram @majimb.o. She also has a YouTube channel called 'Majimbo Daily'.
Video credit from Elsa Majimbo YouTube channel, a video entitled 'Elisa Majimbo Video compilation'.
3) Ovie Soko - @oviesoko
Gif of Ovie on Love island saying 'message.'
The previous fellow Love Islander on the UK's version of Love Island, season 5 back in 2019, a professional basketball player for Le Mans Sarthe Basket, a fellow Nigerianđ, HANDSOME fella đ (did I say Handsome? đđ†yes!!) and all-around DOPEđ and positive guy. He is also a new author with his first book called .'You Are Dope', the book is available to pre-order or purchase on online stores, including 'Waterstones', Amazon. There is also an audiobook version of the book on Audible (Ovie is the narrator for the audible version of the book, so you get to hear his sweet voice as you read along). All in all, Ovie's personality and his Instagram page are always full of positive vibes, so he is sure to put you in a good mood. Give him a follow @oviesoko (say his future bae đâ€sent you, I'm jokingđ).
4) Khalid Al Ameri -@Khalidalameri
image credit by Khalid Al Ameri, @Khalidalameri Instagram header.
I recently followed Khalid Al Ameri's Instagram page and his wife Salama Momohamed's Instagram page too. They are a beautiful Muslim couple, and I really enjoy watching the videos he does with his wife. They make marriage look so fun, so definitely give them both a follow @Khalidalameri
and salamamohamed on Instagram. You can also subscribe to Khalid Al Ameri's YouTube channel just type 'Khalid Al Ameri'.
Video credit by Khalid Al Ameri (youtube channel), a video entitled '12 WEIRD THINGS MARRIED COUPLES DO
5) Kazvare Made It - @Kazvaremadeit
Images by @Kazvaremadeit
Do you like illustrations and memes? If yes, then @kazvaremadeit is the page for you. The page is full of funny illustrations, almost like a comic in a way. Yet, they are also very much relevant to current issues/topics and can be quite educational at times, so definitely give this page a follow @Kazvaremadeit, and whilst you are at it, you can also support this UK base small business as well if you have a birthday coming up or one of your friends does. So you want a card or a unique birthday gift that is slightly different from the typical cards or gifts you get from your local high street shops, then be sure to check out @kazvaremadeit website www.kazvaremadeit.com to get some fun cards and cool gifts ideas.
6) Ehizufuah (Ehiz) - @ehizufuah
Image credit by @ehizufuah Instagram page, posted on September 9th 2020, with the caption 'Look at this stupendous confectionery.'
The UK based actor, fellow Nigerian (Nigeria đđ€đrepresent!), Christian and TikTok comedian with 10.4 million followers on TikTok and 218k followers on his Instagram page. His ticktock videos are hilarious, and his unique facial expressions make his videos even more entertaining. No one video is the same, so you definitely won't be bored. Plus, he is very creative when it comes to creating funny videos. So if you are enjoying watching funny content, then he is one to go and follow. His Instagram handle is @ehizufuah; you can also follow his ticktock @_ehiz. He also has a YouTube channel called Ehiz, which you can subscribe to.
video credit by Ehizufuah (Ehiz ) YouTube channel, a video entitled 'QUICK FIRE ASSUMPTIONS CHALLENGE!! *I HAVE TO ANSWER EVERYTHING!!'
7) 4everjoey - @4everjoey
Another UK Instagram comedian, actor, artist and creative entrepreneur, known as 4everJoey om Instagram. His videos are hilarious yet so relatable, from videos about how it is growing up in an African household to many other funny videos, you are sure to find a video that will make your day and leave you laughing to your heart's contentđđ€Ł, definitely give him a follow @4everjoey, you can also check out his YouTube channel called 'African ish'.
Video credit by @4everjoey, on his YouTube channel ('African ish'), the video is entitled: 'AFRICAN ISH - WHEN A FRIEND INTRODUCES YOU TO A MIND CONTROL POTION.'