A solemn video from the service of songs held for late Nigerian filmmaker and TV director Kayode Peters has taken social media by storm, stirring emotional reactions from fans and Nollywood enthusiasts alike.
In the trending clip, comedian Basketmouth, veteran media personality Yaw, and several other members of the Flatmates crew were seen clad in white as they joined mourners in singing the deeply moving Christian hymn, “In Christ Alone.”
The service, which took place ahead of Peters’ burial, drew an overwhelming outpouring of grief from friends, colleagues, and fans who gathered to honour a man widely regarded as one of the silent pillars of modern Nigerian television and comedy production
The hymn, often sung at funerals and Christian services of farewell, became the emotional centrepiece of the night — resonating with themes of hope, faith, and eternity that now frame Kayode Peters’ legacy.
Trending video — now widely shared across TikTok and Instagram — captured a rare, deeply emotional moment from Basketmouth and Yaw, both of whom are known more for their comedic timing than public vulnerability.
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As the chorus of “In Christ Alone my hope is found…” rose in harmony, Netizens noted the heavy expressions on their faces, the tearful restraint, and the weight of loss that filled the room.
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Kayode Peters, who passed away in June 28, 2025, was celebrated for directing hit TV shows like My Flatmates and Face2Face, which featured some of Nigeria’s biggest comedic names including Basketmouth, Okey Bakassi, and Yaw.
His death was described by industry insiders as a tragic blow to Nollywood’s behind-the-scenes brilliance — a loss of a man who shaped so much of what comedy-loving Nigerians laughed to over the past two decades.
A funeral poster for the late entertainer was shared on his official Instagram page.
Kayode Peters died in Toronto, three days after celebrating his 14th wedding anniversary with his wife, Alexis Peters.
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