Famous Nigerian comedian Bright Okpocha, better known by his stage name, Basketmouth has shared the emotional moment he saw his first son, Jason Okpocha, off to college in the United Kingdom.
The father of four shared a video on his Instagram page where he bade farewell to his son.
He captured the moment they boarded the flight, registered in his hostel and the emotional hug between father and son.
Sharing the video, Basketmouth confirmed that he shed tears because he will miss his son and the cost of the institution was high.
“My boy is off to college…I’m not crying
My brother, I cry oh!! Not just because I will miss him. £ use naira blow my left eye.”
His colleagues as well as friends took to his comment section to shower the young boy with prayers for guidance and success.
lily_perez_live wrote, “Congratulations! God bless and keep him. You and your entire family will also celebrate his graduation”
forevercfr wrote, “Jason, as you go, The Holy Spirit will guide you always and protect you. He will show you the way to follow in Jesus name, Amen. Congratulations boss @basketmouth Na man you be.”
dareynow wrote, “Congratulations and please cry well well oh. We are allowed.”
lalaakindoju wrote, “Well done daddy. Please cry if you must oooo.”
akahnnani wrote, “The investment into his life will yield a plentiful harvest and God will keep him in Jesus name!”
deehumorous wrote, “They grow so fast …. let me cry om ya behalf baba…..This is so delightful to watch……Grow and Shine Jason Okpocha.”
Kemi Filani recalls that a proud Basketmouth shared lovely photos of himself and his son’s growth into his teenage years to adore and welcome him into a memorable 16th birthday.
The father of four declared the day as a public holiday for his son who is a king. He also noted that his first son is his everything.
