Bright Okpocha, a well-known Nigerian comedian better known by his stage name Basketmouth, has announced the end of his 12-year marriage to Elsie Okpocha.On Thursday, the well-known performer posted the news on his official Instagram and Facebook accounts.
In the post, Basketmouth, who had celebrated his wife's 44th birthday in October, stated that the choice was the result of extensive discussion with his wife.
However, he made a commitment that they would both keep working together to make sure their children received the desired level of parental love and care.
Even though it hurts, I have to share details of my private life in a public setting.
My wife and I have decided to dissolve our marriage after much consideration.
We will keep working together even as we pursue our separate futures in order to provide our precious children with the care, love, direction, and support they require.
We humbly ask that you respect our privacy as we work through these trying times. He thanked people in the social media posts.