Nigerian comedian Ali Baba has revealed the story behind the surprise arrival of his triplet sons at the age of 59. In a recent interview, the veteran entertainer opened up about how his wife had always longed to have a son, and after years of waiting, they were finally blessed with not just one, but three boys at once.
Ali Baba, widely regarded as the godfather of Nigerian comedy, is known for his humorous takes on life, but this time, he shared an emotional and deeply personal story about the joy and challenges of becoming a father later in life. According to him, the news of the triplets came as a shock, but it was also a moment of immense happiness for both him and his wife.
In the interview, Ali Baba explained how he and his wife had been trying for a son for years. Although they already had daughters, his wife had always expressed a desire to have a boy to complete their family. After several attempts and years of hoping, the couple decided to leave everything to fate. It was during this period that they received the life-changing news. Ali Baba recounted the moment they found out about the pregnancy and the subsequent discovery that they were expecting triplets. “It was like a dream,” he said. “At 59, I didn’t think something like this was possible. We were content with our lives, but then the universe surprised us in the best way possible.”
He went on to express how grateful he felt for the new additions to his family, calling it one of the most fulfilling moments of his life. The comedian also shared some of the reactions from friends and family members. Many were overjoyed, while others expressed surprise, given his age. Ali Baba noted that, although becoming a father again at 59 comes with its unique set of challenges, especially with triplets, he and his wife are fully embracing parenthood with open arms. For Ali Baba, the birth of his triplet sons has brought a renewed sense of purpose and joy. He spoke fondly of his daily interactions with the boys, describing them as “energetic” and “a handful,” but also as “the best thing that ever happened” to him and his wife.
He added that despite the challenges of raising three newborns, especially at an older age, he feels blessed beyond measure. As someone who has always used humor to navigate life’s ups and downs, Ali Baba joked about how the triplets have already started to exhibit different personalities. He’s looking forward to watching them grow and developing unique bonds with each of them. In closing, the comedian acknowledged that while the road to fatherhood at 59 was unexpected, it has brought immense joy to his life. He expressed his gratitude for the support from his wife, family, and fans, and emphasized that parenthood is a blessing at any stage of life. Ali Baba’s story has touched many hearts and serves as a reminder that life’s greatest surprises often come when we least expect them.