Popular Nollywood actor and comedian, Okechukwu Onyegbule, widely known as Okey Bakassi, is showing that royalty won’t keep him away from his passion, comedy.
Just days after being crowned the traditional ruler of his Umuihuocha Autonomous Community in Mbaise, Imo State, the entertainer is already back on air.
Despite his new royal title, Okey Bakassi wasted no time reconnecting with fans through his program, Lagos Talks on 81.3 FM.
Videos shared on his Instagram page show the newly crowned monarch anchoring the radio show with his signature blend of humor and storytelling.
In one clip, he delivers a hilarious account of a Kogi community that reportedly initiated 103 virgins into womanhood.
In another, he narrates the curious tale of an 18-year-old boy who allegedly impregnated 10 girls in Anambra State.
His performances drew laughter and applause from his followers online.
His fans were thrilled to see him return to the microphone, demonstrating that his enthronement hasn’t dimmed his comedic spark.
As one admirer noted in the comments, the comedian-turned-monarch is staying true to his calling.
“For anything, Okey Bakassi has demonstrated that even the throne cannot separate him from his calling.”
Earlier this week, Bakassi shared a video of his coronation ceremony, where he was formally installed as the traditional ruler of Umuihuocha by his kinsmen.
The grand event marked a celebration of Igbo heritage, rich with traditional rites and jubilant scenes.
He now bears the regal title: “His Royal Highness Eze Okechukwu Onyegbule, the Okwe II of Umuihuocha Obohia.”
