Basketmouth, AY Makun share touching reunion after 18 years of beef
Nigerian comedians Ayodeji Richard Makun, known as AY Comedian, and Bright Okpocha, also called Basketmouth, have officially put an end to their 18-year-long feud.
The longstanding rift between these two comedy icons concluded with an emotional moment on AY’s The Glass House Podcast, where they shared heartfelt reflections on years of missed opportunities for connection.
A video posted on AY’s Instagram shows the comedians laughing, swapping stories, and discussing their “new realities” after nearly two decades of misunderstandings.
At the start, AY humorously introduced his friend as “a beast who doesn’t forgive,” prompting warm laughter from Basketmouth.
AY, a father of two, captioned the post with excitement, announcing, “After 18 years of incessant misunderstandings, join me and @Basketmouth on my Glass House Podcast for an unforgettable conversation! Tune in as we share stories, laughs, and insights on our new realities.”
The reconciliation has sparked jubilant reactions across social media, with fellow entertainment stars and fans of both comedians expressing joy and relief at the end of their feud.
Many lauded the comedians for setting a positive example of unity and forgiveness, with the reunion marked as a memorable milestone for Nigerian entertainment.