Days after the US Congress made a proclamation acknowledging the legendary status of Fela Anikulapo Kuti, a similar honour has been extended to Nigerian comedian, Bright Okpochapopularly called Basketmouth.
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According to the document below, signed by Annice D. Parker, Mayor of the City of Houston, July 17 has been officially declaredBasketmouth Day in honour of the highly rated Nigerian comedian. This special recognition is coming on the heels of his contribution in integrating the Nigerian American Community through his art for the past 6 years in the city.
The congressional recognition ceremony will hold on July 18, 2015 same day as his One Man Stand Comedy Concert, Basketmouth Uncensored at the Ayva Center in Houston.