Nigerian comedian Bright Okpocha, better known as Basketmouth, recently took to social media to address the shocking announcement made by Afrobeats legend Innocent “2Face” Idibia about his separation from long-time wife, Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The revelation has sent waves across social media, sparking intense conversations, speculation, and judgment surrounding the couple’s relationship.
As the public grapples with the fallout of this news, many have rushed to analyze the past moments of their marriage, scrutinizing every public dispute, rumor, and allegation. This has led to a climate of blame, with fans and critics alike pointing fingers and questioning what went wrong.
However, Basketmouth, who has also gone through the highly publicized aftermath of his own divorce from his wife of 12 years, Elsie Okpocha, took a different approach. On his Instagram, he encouraged a more compassionate and thoughtful response to the situation. In his post, he asked people to refrain from the blame game, stressing the importance of giving 2Face and Annie the space to process their separation, heal, and prioritize the well-being of their children and families.
In typical Basketmouth fashion, the comedian blended humor with a serious message. While offering his support to the couple, he jokingly noted that his main concern was the unfortunate timing of 2Face’s announcement, which happened to coincide with the promotional period for his own upcoming comedy show.
Despite the humor, the underlying message was one of understanding and emotional maturity. Having personally navigated the challenges of being under public scrutiny and the pressures of a marriage in the spotlight, Basketmouth expressed genuine empathy for the couple. His post concluded with heartfelt prayers for 2Face, Annie, and their family, offering a message of solidarity during a difficult time.
