Veteran Nigerian comedian Alibaba, whose real name is Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome, and his wife Mary, are celebrating the arrival of triplets.

Alibaba shared the news on Instagram, stating that the three boys named Aaron, Alexander, and Andrew, joined their family two months ago.

He wrote: “Mary and I are happy and overjoyed to welcome our three sons, Aaron, Alexander, and Andrew, into the Akpobome family.

"It’s been two months since they arrived, and as the days go by, we thank God Almighty for these three beautiful blessings.

“We also want to thank our sisters, brothers, friends, uncles, and aunties for all the support so far.

“We appreciate and thank you immensely for all your prayers, love, best wishes, and gifts.

“As we celebrate the essence of the resurrection power in this period of Easter, we join our faith with yours and pray that things of joy will never be far from you.

“God will make all that needs to arise in your favour in this holy period of reawakening.

“On behalf of the Akpobomes, again, thank you.”