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Basketmouth explains why he couldn’t vote.
Popular Nigerian artist Bright Okpocha, better known by his stage name Basketmouth, has explained the reason why he was unable to vote in the 2023 elections.
The comedian gave his reasons via his social media account on the 27th of February 2023.
Basketmouth claimed that he was eligible to vote since his performances abroad and in other countries were scheduled more than a year in advance to ensure a suitable location.
A logistical challenge prevented him from returning to Nigeria to vote, he said, therefore he was unable to participate in the presidential election.
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He wrote:
“ I have always spoken up about the wrongs in this country. It’s quite unfortunate that I missed elections this year. However, my international shows are planned one year before, so as to secure the date and venue.
“ To have changed my date on such short notice would have been a logistical hazard not to myself but to the whole crew. Elections have not always been in February. But my show always was, as a valentine special.
“ That being said, I am proud of every Nigerian Youth for taking a stand. Thank you to my true fans that understood and still came out for me. Thank you Frankfrut for another sold out show. Cologne. You are next “
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