- Basketmouth, beaming with fatherly pride, couldn’t hide his emotions as he watched a video of his rapidly blossoming daughter dominating the volleyball court at an international high school sports event.
- Amidst the admiration, a bold male admirer playfully threw in a marriage proposal for his teenage daughter, sparking an equally cheeky yet protective reaction from the comedian.
Renowned Nigerian comedian and filmmaker, Bright Okpocha, popularly known as Basketmouth, has set social media abuzz with his reaction to an admirer’s lighthearted yet audacious marriage proposal for his teenage daughter, Janelle Okpocha.
The single father of two, known for his wit both on and off the stage, took to Instagram on Thursday, February 6, to proudly share a fresh video of Janelle showcasing her athletic prowess on the volleyball court during a high school sports event.
In the clip, the 13-year-old rising athlete demonstrated impressive skill and coordination with her teammates, exuding confidence and determination.
Clearly captivated by his daughter’s growth, both in stature and ability, Basketmouth gushed over her remarkable progress, penning a heartfelt caption that radiated fatherly pride.
However, amidst the flood of admiration from fans and well-wishers, one bold male netizen seized the moment to teasingly declare his intention to marry Janelle.
Not one to let such a remark slide, Basketmouth swiftly clapped back with his signature humor, issuing a playful yet unmistakably protective rebuke that had fans in stitches.
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In related news, Basketmouth, ever the master of humorous mischief, has been on an unrelenting teasing spree since 2Baba’s shocking split from Annie Idibia sent the internet into a frenzy.
With his signature blend of wit and sarcasm, the comedian has been half-jokingly lamenting how the explosive breakup news completely hijacked the digital space, right when he needed the spotlight for his upcoming show.
His remark, a clever mix of sharp wit and theatrical exasperation, quickly caught fire online, leaving fans in stitches. 2Baba himself caught wind of the joke and rather than take offense, found the whole thing utterly amusing.