Basketmouth to Host ‘Light, Camera…Naija’

Ferdinand  Ekechukwu

Entertainment streaming service, Netflix has announced Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth as the host of its upcoming gala event tagged ‘Lights, Camera…Naija’. Scheduled to take place tomorrow, Sunday August 13, in Lagos, the exclusive event will celebrate Nollywood’s teeming pool of talented creatives whilst spotlighting the exciting state and potential of the industry. 

Justifying the choice of Basketmouth as the event host, Netflix, in a statement described him as a multi-talented entertainer whose sterling career includes several production and acting credits, and even in music. “Basketmouth is most known for his wit and spontaneity, and with him at the helm of affairs, Lights, Camera…Naija is set to be a night to remember,” the statement added.

Arguably one of Nigeria’s foremost comedians, Basketmouth’s professional career has spanned 25 years and his flagship stand-up comedy special – ‘Basketmouth Uncensored’ has graced major stages locally and internationally. He has performed at some of the iconic stages in the world, including The Comedy Central Special, and The Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal Canada.