How Saturday Night Live UK Got Its Nollywood Joke Right

Saturday Night Live UK has drawn praise for a Wicked parody styled like an early-2000s Nollywood film. The sketch casts Cynthia Erivo as Glinda and Ayoade Bamgboye as Elphaba as they head to “LagOz” to meet a wizard in a lavish Igbo-style apartment. From oversized wigs and dramatic narration to familiar sound effects and a bottle of Baileys for visitors, the sketch recreates the loud, campy energy of old Nollywood trailers. Its details reflect an era that has remained popular through memes, TikTok sounds and themed parties. Rather than recycling the tired “Nigerian prince” stereotype, the comedy draws from a recognisable part of Nigerian movie culture. It laughs with Nigerians by celebrating the genre’s distinctive style and lasting influence.

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