Basketmouth
About Basketmouth
Bright Okpocha (born 14 September 1978), better known by his stage name Basketmouth, is a Nigerian comedian and actor. Born in Lagos State and originally from Abia State, he completed his education in Apapa, Lagos, before studying Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Benin. He discovered an interest in drumming in 1991 and began rapping in 1994, forming rap groups including Da Psychophats and Da Oddz before transitioning to stand-up comedy. He has organized popular stand-up comedy concerts such as Basketmouth Uncensored across the globe, and in 2005 and 2006 he won the National Comedy Award and the Best Stand-up Comedian of the Year award. He launched the record label Barons World Entertainment in 2014 and released albums including Yabasi (2020) and Horoscope (2022). His film and television work includes the Africa Magic series My Flatmates and the web series Papa Benji, and in 2024 his first feature film A Ghetto Love Story was released.
Videos (710)
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5:23Mambo & BonnyFace (Ep 10)
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4:03Basketmouth On Nigerians Late Coming Habit
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13:30Sunday Nite Laughs Ep 8 (Featuring Romeo)
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1:28Papa Benji SEASON 3 - Episode 7 Trailer
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2:30Buchi Performing Live At The Glo Lafta Fest
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14:33Sunday Nite Laughs (Episode 2) Featuring Efe Warri Boy
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0:26Obama Endorses Basketmouth Uncensored
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0:59Basketmouth The Last Man Standing Featuring MI.
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11:28MY FLATMATES (FRANK DEMOTES WILBERFOCE)
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8:23More info about what you’re in for.
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16:20The Nigerian spirit, technology, creativity and the love for Moi-Moi (Basketmouth X Will Stevens)
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3:29Reintroduction
36.8K views
0:47PLEASE!!! NO MORE GREASE!!!!!!
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2:38Basketmouth, Reekado Banks & Falz - Leave Me (Official Video)
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1:27All I do is win!!!
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1:00Today on My Flatmates. Showing on Africa Magic Showcase. Showing @ 6:30pm and 9:30pm daily.
36.4K views
14:38PAPA BENJI SPECIALS: Lies Upon Lies | Mr. Paul I Sabinus
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3:18N500 haircut and you’re still complaining? (My Flatmates)
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12:13MY FLATMATES CLASSICS
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4:24Mambo & BonnyFace (Episode 7)
34.9K views
2:17Basketmouth On "Guinness vs P square"
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4:23was one of the best. RIP blood
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3:56My Flatmates (Mashup 4)
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1:00Have you been watching My Flatmates? Showing on Africa Magic Showcase. 6:30pm & 9:30pm daily.
34.2K viewsFrequently asked questions
What is Basketmouth's real name?
Basketmouth is the stage name of Bright Okpocha, a Nigerian comedian and actor born on 14 September 1978.
Where is Basketmouth from?
Basketmouth was born in Lagos State and is originally from Abia State; he completed his education in Apapa, Lagos, and studied Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Benin.
Was Basketmouth a rapper?
Yes. Basketmouth discovered an interest in drumming in 1991, began rapping in 1994 and formed rap groups including Da Psychophats and Da Oddz before moving to stand-up comedy.
What is Basketmouth Uncensored?
Basketmouth Uncensored is one of the popular stand-up comedy concerts Basketmouth has organized across the globe.
What awards has Basketmouth won?
In 2005 and 2006 Basketmouth won the National Comedy Award and the Best Stand-up Comedian of the Year award.
Does Basketmouth have a record label?
Yes. Basketmouth launched the record label Barons World Entertainment in 2014 and has released albums including Yabasi (2020) and Horoscope (2022).
Which films and series has Basketmouth made?
Basketmouth's screen work includes the Africa Magic series My Flatmates and the web series Papa Benji, and his first feature film, A Ghetto Love Story, was released in 2024.
