The irony of the Nigerian comedy scene has reached a new peak following a surprisingly candid interview with Afamefuna Klint Igwemba, better known as Klint Da Drunk. Today, Saturday, April 4, 2026, the veteran entertainer shocked fans by revealing that he is medically allergic to alcohol.
For over two decades, Klint has built a legendary career on his “staggering” stage persona, slurred speech, and “intoxicated” logic. However, he has now made it clear that while his performance is 100% authentic acting, his real-life relationship with alcohol is non-existent.
The Medical Reality
Klint revealed that his body has a violent reaction to even the smallest amount of alcohol. He shared that consuming just half a glass of any alcoholic drink results in a splitting headache that lasts for three days. To avoid the risks of addiction to strong painkillers or potential damage to his liver and kidneys, he has chosen to remain strictly sober throughout his career.
The Origin of the Act
The comedian clarified that his iconic character wasn’t inspired by personal experience but by observation. He credits a caretaker from his childhood village named Scattermodule, who was so perpetually drunk that he sounded inebriated even when sober. Klint began mimicking Scattermodule’s movements and speech as a child, eventually refining the act into the “unique selling point” that made him a household name across Africa.
