Shank Comics is a Nigerian digital content creator, streamer, and Comedian who came to limelight for his streaming content which focused on both real life and video games. He started out as a Comedian before he eventually delved into streaming which has paved way for him in the entertainment industry.
Shank Comics
Profession: Content Creator
Born: March 23, 1997
Age: 29 years old
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Lagos, Nigeria
Known for: real life and video games streaming
Profile Overview
Shank Comics was born on March 23, 1997, in Oyo State to parents from the western part of Nigeria, and had his upbringing in Ogun State. He attended Goodness and Mercy private school in Ogun State and Lagos State Model Junior College, Meiran, for his primary and secondary education respectively.
He had his tertiary education at Obafemi Awolowo University, in Ile-Ife, Osun State, where he studied electrical engineering.
He started his career creating memes for fun before being encouraged by his friends to take it serious. Shanks who had inspiration from the likes of Kevin Hart, Trevor Noah, and Bovi, began skit making in 2017 and eventually became famous in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aside from comedy, he launched his online store Lit Gang in 2022. He sells branded head wears like face caps and head warmers.
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He also earns his income from TikTok, YouTube, Twitch streaming royalties, and brand sponsorships.
Shanks is one of the digital content creator that has relationships with many in the industry and such include with the likes of Seun Pizzle and Shoday.
Career Timeline
- 2017 – He began doing skit making.
- 2020 – Shank became famous for his streaming content.
- 2022 – He launched his online store.
Personal Details
- Alternative name: Adesokan Adedeji Emmanuel
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Religion: Christianity
- Height: 5 feet 10 inches
- Official website: Instagram – @shankcomics
Trivia
- Shanks real name is Adesokan Adedeji Emmanuel.
- He is from the Yoruba tribe.
- He has over 200k followers on Twitch with the username Shankcomics.
- He previously ranked as a top Nigerian and African creator on Twitch.
- He is known for his slogan “Lit Gang”, and Nigerian comedy skits.
- He won Best Streamer 2026 at the SIGMA Africa Awards in Capetown, South Africa.
- He has never publicly disclosed his girlfriend.
- He has an estimated networth of over $2 million according to online sources.
