Okey Bakassi loses brother-in-law

Okey Bakassi

Stand-up comedian Okey Bakassi has lost his brother-in-law Tony who was married to the comic’s younger sister.

The funnyman and actor announced the death of Tony on Wednesday via Instagram.

“Our gentle Brother in-law gone too soon. Our hearts are broken by your sudden departure. Your wife (my younger sister) and young kids are devastated,” Okey wrote.

“Tony rest in perfect Peace with the God that you served.”

Okey and wife Ezinne had in September celebrated their 19th wedding anniversary. They have three children together.