Social media users have reacted after Nigerian comedian, Bright Okpocha, aka Basketmouth, announced his separation from his wife, Elsie after 12 years.
The comic star made the announcement on his official Instagram page on Thursday, saying the decision to part ways with his wife is difficult for them but unavoidable.
According to Basketmouth, the children’s welfare and upkeep will remain their priority despite their separation.
He then urged the public to respect their privacy as they navigate through their difficult times.
Basketmouth and Elsie Uzoma Okpocha tied the knot in 2010. The union produced three children, Janelle, Jason, and Maya Okpocha.
The comedian’s post sparked reactions online while some netizens expressed disbelief over the news others claimed celebrity marriage crashes have been on the increase this year.
See some reactions below:
iamyetundebakare:
“Basket mouth plays too much I don’t believe you bro.”
ugochukwu.okoro:
“Asking for privacy but posting on social media. No wahala.”
odycherry:
“So you guys wants to normalize divorce in this society? Chukwu aju!! My marriage must last .. amen.”
richiecash11:
“Don’t forget Basket is a comedian, I don’t see this divorce being REAL.”
leaddyskincare:
“Marriage isn’t for the weak. Partners have to be willing to be selfless enough to make it work!! It is hard work. Know this and have peace.”
som_miles:
“If is coming from a Comedian, don’t take it seriously.”
soniabridget47:
“Be like na the new trend amongst men? You get married to her just to have kids with you then you start to provoke her afterwards so she would opt for a divorce and boom you grant her that and then you go on to look for a small girl to be satisfying you.”
mz_esheza:
“This gotta be a joke !! Now I know the devil has a personal battle against marriage.”
princeokwuchukwuonwe:
“Wetin dey happen, celebrities marriages are crashing here and there, anyway, marriage has been abused by people who do not pray and choose wisely.”
franky_nwaeze:
“Why is divorce trending this month …what’s particularly wrong with all these celebrities tho.”
