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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1:00The Son of Peter
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1:26The Inspirational Quote of the day
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2:08Basketmouth, Acetune & Preacher Kingz - Wipe Your Eyes (Official Audio)
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0:54Lords of The Ribs Port Harcourt
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0:44BASKETMOUTH LIVE in SCOTLAND & NOTTINGHAM
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5:21Big Brother Naija Replay (Episode 6)
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2:15THE PARTY INSTRUMENTAL
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1:11Basketmouth Lost Tapes (Tape 1)
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0:38Basketmouth Dysfunctional Mind TVC 1
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0:31A Day In My Life
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1:38Lords of the ribs with Basketmouth, 2017 - MC PASSION
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0:40SUNDAY NITE LAUGHS
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3:27Lords of the Ribs with Basketmouth Portharcourt, 2016.
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0:55Lords of The Ribs with Basketmouth. Oct 4th 2015.
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1:32Make sure fish is heavily included in your meals, especially over the next 24hrs.
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1:09Davido Cred Basketmouth As Big Boss
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1:18Asking an African man for directions in New York is totally wrong.
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1:00Another blind date gone wrong
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0:30WELCOME TO AZATA VILLAGE. (Something Epic is coming to your TV screens)
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1:37In case you’re wondering what the ability to read minds feels like.....
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0:32Basketmouth Live In London 2015
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1:00The Inspirational Quote of the Day is about Self Conference.
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0:30Basketmouth Live in Houston
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1:57Lords of the Ribs with Basketmouth, 2017 - ALFRED KAINGA
2.4K 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.
