Ayo Adenekan

A standout new talent who has already supported Sarah Keyworth, Olga Koch and Amy Matthews on tour, Ayo Adenekan is one to watch.

Joint winner of Best Newcomer at the ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2025 and the Bestie Award for Emerging Talent, Ayo has quickly become one of the most exciting new voices in UK comedy. His debut sold out its entire Edinburgh Fringe run, with three extra shows added, and earned nominations at the Comedians’ Comedian Awards for and across the press.

His award-winning Edinburgh debut show Black Mediocrity sold out the run and was a hit with audience and critics alike.

 “a beautifully funny comedy set… bold, unfiltered and masterfully sharp” ★★★★★ (Binge Fringe), “comedy gold… genuinely exciting. The real deal” ★★★★ (The Herald), and “a quietly magnetic hour, full of personality” ★★★★ (The Recs).