Warm wishes and congratulations pour in for Nigerian veteran Comedian and actor Okey Bakassi after he was crowned king of the Umuihuocha Autonomous Community in Imo State.
The 55-year-old entertainer shared the news on social media on Sunday, expressing gratitude for the honour bestowed upon him.
“NEXT LEVEL……Service to Community,” he wrote in a post. In another message, he added, “Special thanks to the entire UMUIHUOCHA AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY….a new beginning.”
Reacting to the developement, fans, friends and colleagues took to the comment section of the post to celebrate the comedian’s new role as a traditional ruler.
Actor Segun Arinze wrote, “All hail the new King Okey Bakassi.”
Fellow comedian Gbenga Adeyinka also penned a heartfelt message: “Congratulations on your new elevation by the Umuihuocha Autonomous Community! This is a remarkable achievement and I pray for your continued success in this important role. May you inspire positive change and demonstrate impressive leadership as you guide your community. Kudos to your community for making such an excellent choice in selecting such a distinguished gentleman and an outstanding leader of men. Best wishes to you and the community! Warm regards my brother … igweeeeeeeeeeeeee.”
Former Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) president Ejike Asiegbu commented, “NWANNEM YOU ARE DESERVING OF ANY HONOUR BESTOWED ON YOU CONGRATULATIONS.”
Dr. Shaibu Husseini, executive director of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), addressed him as “Ichie Na Umuihoichia,” while TV host Frank Edoho congratulated him with the words, “Congratulations, your Majesty!”
EseGod wrote: “Eh God! Congrats Living Ancestor. Oya Guinness Book of Records,prepare our frame o, This is the First Comedian in the World to be a King.”
igbo_icons wrote: “From laughter to legacy! Congratulations on your royal ascent — proving that a true king not only wears the crown but also wins the hearts. May your reign be as joyful and inspiring as your journey has been!”