“In One Hour, GehGeh Rakes In $30k (₦46M) from TikTok Livestream”
Nigerian content creator and comedian Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as GehGeh, has taken the internet by storm after reportedly earning over $30,000 (approximately ₦46 million) in just one hour during a TikTok livestream on Friday, August 22, 2025. The remarkable feat, achieved during his signature “School of Wisdom” session, saw over 379,000 viewers and 36.1 million likes, propelling GehGeh to the number one spot on TikTok Nigeria’s Daily Ranking without participating in any challenge or match, according to posts on X.
GehGeh’s livestream, which aired from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. WAT, featured his characteristic humor and life advice, drawing massive engagement through TikTok’s virtual gifting system, where viewers send digital tokens convertible to cash. Sources close to the creator, cited by MSN, confirmed the earnings came from over 177,000 unique viewers, with top fans showering him with high-value gifts like “Lion” and “Rocket” tokens, each worth hundreds of dollars. A single supporter reportedly spent ₦16.5 million during the session, per a YouTube video by an account named “RICHIES BRAND.”
The news has sparked awe and debate across Nigeria, with fans celebrating GehGeh’s success and critics questioning the sustainability of such earnings. On X, @AfricaFactsZone tweeted, “GehGeh made over $30,000 in one hour on TikTok! 36.1M likes, 379K viewers—unreal! #GehGeh,” while @dammiedammie35 posted, “₦46M in one hour? GehGeh is living the dream! 😲 #TikTokNaija.” However, @TruthSeekerNG cautioned, “This is hype. How many can sustain this? Nigeria’s economy needs real jobs, not livestream riches.”
GehGeh, who rose to fame in 2024 with his witty skits and motivational content, has become a household name, winning “Best Content Creator” at the 2024 Trace Awards alongside TikToker Peller. His “School of Wisdom” sessions, blending comedy with practical advice, have drawn a cult-like following, with fans like @classicbenson on TikTok pledging ₦1 million in support, per a viral video. The livestream’s success comes amid scrutiny, as GehGeh recently debunked claims of spending ₦200 million on a streaming studio, clarifying to Pulse Nigeria that such figures were exaggerated by bloggers.
The Lagos Inland Revenue Service (LIRS) has taken notice, with sources indicating GehGeh may face a tax assessment, following a similar ₦36 million demand on Peller, as reported by The PUNCH. Nigeria’s growing digital economy, valued at ₦2 trillion in 2024 per Statista, has made TikTok a lucrative platform, but tax authorities are cracking down on influencers’ earnings.
GehGeh’s achievement highlights the potential of social media monetization in Nigeria, where youth unemployment stands at 42%. “This is just the beginning,” GehGeh teased on Instagram, hinting at more livestreams. His success has inspired aspiring creators, with @insidenaijablog tweeting, “GehGeh’s ₦46M livestream is proof TikTok can change lives! #GehGehChallenge.”