In a surprising turn of events, Nigerian comedians Basketmouth and AY Makun have set aside their 17-year-long feud, which began over a misunderstanding regarding a gig in 2006.
Their conflict, which grew over time with various public statements, saw both comedians openly acknowledging the strain it put on their friendship.
Basketmouth, in a heartfelt apology on Instagram, reached out to AY, expressing his desire for peace and harmony between them. He also apologized to others in the entertainment industry he may have offended throughout his career.
This rekindled friendship took another significant step when AY wished Basketmouth a happy 46th birthday on social media.
Both comedians, who recently went through divorces, have now decided to follow each other on Instagram, signaling a possible end to their long-standing rivalry.
Fans are thrilled to see these two giants of Nigerian comedy finally put their differences aside.
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Their reconciliation marks a refreshing moment in the Nigerian entertainment scene, with many hoping this newfound camaraderie will lead to future collaborations between the two.
