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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1:01I am very disapointed in cobhams, I thought he was professional!
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0:58The ONLY zoo in Nigeria.
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0:18Basketmouth Uncensored June 29th
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0:45Consequence of romance without finance. A Ghetto Love Story. In cinemas…22nd of November.
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1:25A Ghetto Love Story.
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2:04A NIGHT WITH THE STARS
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4:00Where you dey? The Odds Featuring Wizkid & Eldee Da Don
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2:15Basketmouth wants to know if you know?
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1:38BREAKING NEWS.
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0:58LEGENDARY SHEEEET!
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0:44SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!!! We’ve got a NEW SHOW COMING. You’ll love it.
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1:31THE STORY CHOKE (ETITI)
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1:30Sabinus! One good turn deserves another oh!
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4:11Spread love whether you’re coming or going.
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2:08WIZKID VS SEUN KUTI
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3:06Chinese Buffet and The 16 Comedians
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10:00Basketmouth Uncensored UK Highlights Part B
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1:06When washerman wan wash washerman.
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0:46Signed: The Son of Peter.
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0:36‘QUOTE’ of the day.
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0:23World People Music Video Teaser
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1:41Black Magic is not real.
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0:40Flight AG 18-22 will be ready for boarding in 4 days.
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0:45Shaolin Master.
6.8K 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.
