Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi was born on 23 October 1969 and in Imo state is a Nigerian stand-up comedian and actor.
10 Facts About Okey Bakassi
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Okey Bakassi commenced his educational journey at Alvan Ikoku Demonstration School, obtaining his First School Leaving Certificate.
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Okey Bakassi subsequently attended Mbaise Secondary School, Imo State, before transferring to Federal Government College, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where he secured his West African Senior School Certificate.
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Okey Bakassi has been married to his wife, Ezinne, for 17years and they have three children.
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Okey Bakassi's family stays in Canada where his wife completed her education and currently works.
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Okey Bakassi joined a group called Theatre Colleagues, participating in stage plays and stand-up comedy sketches.
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Okey Bakassi remained in Lagos after his National Youth Service Corps, and met Zeb Ejiro a Director and Producer, who gave him his first TV role in 1993's 'Fortune.
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Okey Bakassi produced and appeared in several films, including 'Final Decision' and 'All for Winnie'.
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Okey Bakassi has been featured in different movies and has a recurring role in the comedy television show 'My Flat mate' produced and co-directed by his colleague Basketmouth.
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Okey Bakassi made his stand-up comedy debut in 1995, when he collaborated with Opa Williams and Reginald Ebere on 'Nite of a Thousand Laughs,' a stand-up comedy show hosted in different part of Nigeria, launching his career.