Renowned comedian Bright Okpocha, popularly known as Basketmouth, has extended an invitation to his former rival and colleague, AY Makun, for his upcoming concert in Lagos this Sunday.
This gesture comes on the heels of Basketmouth’s public apology to AY, effectively ending their 17-year-old feud.
Despite the reconciliation, Basketmouth clarified that AY would not be performing or making a cameo appearance on stage during the event at the Eko Hotel & Suites tonight. The reason, according to Basketmouth, is that the show is meticulously scripted.
In a recent interview with Arise TV, Basketmouth elaborated on the situation, stating, “AY is not on the bill to perform, but he has got a ticket. He’s attending.
I sent him his ticket a few days ago. I knew a lot of people have been asking, ‘Is he [AY] gonna perform?’ He’s not on the bill.”
Basketmouth went on to explain the intricacies of the show’s planning and emphasized the scripted nature of the event.
He revealed the lineup of comedians for the night, including Bovi, Senator Dan, The Humorous, and Aproko from Abuja, as well as guests from Ghana.
“Aproko can’t even make a cameo because my show is already designed. We are recording for TV, so it’s a three-hour set. As we speak, the guys directing and producing just came into the country a few days ago.
And before they even landed, we had already sealed the whole flow of the show. It’s not the kind of show where anybody would just get on stage. Everything is timed. Precision to perfection,” Basketmouth emphasized.
This revelation provides insight into the meticulous planning behind Basketmouth’s show, showcasing a commitment to delivering a well-orchestrated and flawless entertainment experience for the audience.
While the reconciliation with AY signifies a significant moment in the Nigerian comedy scene, the scripted nature of the event underscores the importance of precision and timing in the execution of such high-profile shows.
As fans eagerly anticipate this reunion of comedy titans, Basketmouth’s clarification adds an extra layer of anticipation and curiosity, heightening the expectation for a meticulously crafted and unforgettable evening of entertainment.
