The energy in Hull was electric on Sunday, February 16, 2025, as Basketmouth’s YES, I SAID IT! Comedy Tour made history. Hosted at the Albemarle Music Centre, the event was a monumental success, bringing laughter, culture, and entertainment to a sold-out audience. OhentPay, our headline sponsor, made it all possible.
A Grand Welcome with Live Music
The night kicked off with live music from Idan Vibes, setting the perfect tone as guests arrived and took their seats. The smooth Afrobeat rhythms created a vibrant atmosphere, warming up the crowd for the unforgettable night ahead.
The stage also provided a perfect platform for Bryno Wristy to captivate the audience with his soulful melodies. As he performed a selection of his songs, his smooth vocals and heartfelt delivery resonated deeply with the crowd, drawing an enthusiastic response.
As the night drew to a close, Basketmouth invited The Gidi Vibes’ founder, Fágbèmí Osinúgà, on stage to acknowledge the dedication and hard work that brought the event to Hull. To the crowd’s delight, he committed to returning to Hull in 2026—this time in a bigger venue on Saturday, 21 February!
Opening the Show
The event’s MC, Lekan ‘MC Dutch’ Fehintola, took the stage to officially welcome the audience, acknowledging OhentPay’s incredible support in making the show possible.
A special video played on the large screen, sharing testimonials from Nigerians in the diaspora who use OhentPay’s services. To the audience’s surprise, one of the individuals featured in the video was seated among them—prompting cheers and excitement from those who recognised him!
OhentPay: Making Global Money Transfers Easy
MC Dutch took the opportunity to introduce the audience to OhentPay, explaining how the global money app enables individuals and businesses to create multi-currency accounts in 40+ currencies, send & receive money locally and internationally, transfer funds to over 190 countries, including Nigeria, at competitive rates, enjoy fast, secure transactions with no hidden fees.
He also shared OhentPay’s social media links and website, encouraging attendees to explore the platform’s offerings.
Comedy Takes Centre Stage
The first wave of laughter came from two talented comedians—Omoluabi from Hull and Forelines from London—who both delivered rib-cracking performances, engaging the audience with relatable jokes about life in the UK.
After a hilarious exchange with audience members, MC Dutch built anticipation as he introduced the man of the hour: The Son of Peter, Eze Gburugburu, Bobby Sparkle, Bad Man Bob, Alhaji With The Long Gun, Isi Aki, The Carpenter, Make Way, and Talk Na Do – BASKETMOUTH!
Basketmouth’s Grand Entrance
The legendary comedian, known for his dynamic storytelling and sharp wit, took the stage with his signature energy. Encouraging the audience to sit back and enjoy a professionally executed comedy show, he delivered non-stop laughter with seamless joke transitions and engaging crowd interactions.
Introducing the Comedic Line-Up
Throughout the night, Basketmouth shared the stage with a stellar line-up of comedians:
Forever (Akuidolo Orevaoghene) – A graduate of IMT Enugu, Forever captivated the audience with his fresh, intelligent humour.
Koboko Master (Gbadamosi ThankGod Benard) – The Ihievbe-born comedian delivered rib-cracking, issue-based jokes that resonated deeply with the crowd including closing out his set with a hilarious take on the Nigerian vs. American coat of arms.
IGOSAVE – Known for his self-deprecating humour, he had the audience in stitches with jokes about his height and bald head, he delivered a night of non-stop laughter, proving once again why he remains one of Nigeria’s finest comedic talents.
Basketmouth Delivers an Intimate Performance
With a thrust stage design that allowed audience members to sit close to the action, Basketmouth’s set felt like an intimate conversation with old friends. His razor-sharp observations about life, relationships, and culture had the crowd roaring with laughter.
A Historic Commitment
As the night drew to a close, Basketmouth invited The Gidi Vibes’ founder, Fágbèmí Osinúgà, on stage to acknowledge the dedication and hard work that brought the event to Hull. To the crowd’s delight, he committed to returning to Hull in 2026—this time in a bigger venue on Saturday, 21 February 2026!
Guests from Across the North
The event attracted attendees from across Yorkshire and beyond, with guests travelling from Bradford, Doncaster, Leeds, Sheffield, Wakefield, Rotherham, Barnsley, and York, as well as Newcastle, Darlington, Scunthorpe, and Lincolnshire. This turnout demonstrates that Kingston Upon Hull is quickly establishing itself as a hub for African entertainment in the North of England!
Closing the Night in Style
DJ NAS B wrapped up the evening with an electrifying set featuring songs from The Ghetto Love Story soundtrack. As the crowd slowly exited, many stuck around for photos and meet-and-greet sessions with Basketmouth—bringing an unforgettable night of comedy and culture to a perfect close while others headed to Ritz Showbar for the afterparty.
Looking Ahead
The success of this event is just the beginning! The Gidi Vibes is committed to bringing more premium entertainment to Hull, and with the overwhelming response from this show, the future looks incredibly bright.
A huge thank you to OhentPay for making this possible and to everyone who attended. Until next time—keep the vibes going!
