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  • 93 DAYS’ GETS UBA SUPPORT

    93 DAYS’ GETS UBA SUPPORT

    PAN African banking and financial services group United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has restated its commitment to the growth and development of the African movie industry by supporting a new project by Steve Gukas, 93 Days.

    93 Days tells the story of the victory over the Ebola scourge that would have ravaged the country in 2014 but for the collective efforts of some brave institutions and individuals. It pays tribute to the late Dr. Ameyo Adadevoh who died from contracting the virus whilst she was trying to save others.

    Speaking at the World Press Conference in Lagos, Nigeria to announce the movie and unveil the cast, Charles Aigbe, UBA Head of Marketing and Corporate Relations, said; “UBA is supporting the making of the movie because what happened in Nigeria is a positive story of courage, resilience, selflessness, teamwork and collaboration that must be told for posterity.

    “We have operations in 19 African countries including Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia, which are 3 of the worst hit countries. During the Ebola crisis, we remained open for business and never for once closed shop on account of the scourge. We also donated over $1million to Ebola relief measures in Africa,” reiterating UBA’s commitment to Ebola relief.

    Explaining the rationale behind the movie, Steve Gukas, stated; “Our aim is to create a feature film that will resonate with many people across the world, particularly in Nigeria and its sub-region. At its core, 93 days is a tale of common humanity and just how much we can achieve when we stand united.”

    The movie which is currently filming in Lagos Nigeria, features a cast of Hollywood and Nollywood actors; Danny Glover, Tim Reid, Bimbo Akintola and Keppy Ekpenyong Bassey.

  • 93 Days: Filmmakers narrate complexity of Ebola in new movie

    93 Days: Filmmakers narrate complexity of Ebola in new movie

    As many seem to be oblivious of how destructive Ebola disease could have been on affected communities,  93 Days, a new film by Bolanle Austen-Peters, Dotun Olakunri, Steve Gukas and Pemon Rami captures the sacrifice made by a few for the continued existence of many.

    The filmmakers’ attempt to jolt the imagination of the viewers is very apt. They ask; “What happens when the most lethal and contagious disease known to man arrives in a megacity of over 20 million people?”the answer is provided in 93 Days, through the true-life story of men and women who risked their lives and made sacrifices to save others from the consequences of the outbreak of the highly dreaded Ebola Virus Disease.

    Directed by Steve Gukas, and produced  by Bolanle Austen-Peters, Dotun Olakunri,  Steve Gukas and Pemon Rami, the story demonstrates the bravery of the late Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh and her colleagues from their encounter with the late American-Liberian, Patrick Sawyer who was the index case of the Ebola Virus Disease.

    The compelling human story of dedication, sacrifice, resilience and survival relays how the deceased ensured that the right medical procedures were in place to stop the spread of the disease in the country. During the period, they not only prevented a national catastrophe and international contagion, but also left a permanent mark on the society and solidified their legacy as courageous Nigerians amid continuous support from the Lagos State Government, Federal Government, World Health Organisation (WHO), MSF and other organisations.

    “We recognise that we have to tell our own stories… Also recognise that hardly ever are all the stars aligned to allow Nigeria and Nigerians shine on the international scene.Our role is to celebrate our heroes and Nigeria on the global scene,” said Bolanle Austen-Peters.

    The filmmakers say they cast local and international cast to ensure excellent quality and international exposure.

    “Our aim is to create a feature film that will resonate with many people across the world, particularly in Nigeria and its sub-region. At its core, 93 Days is a tale of common humanity and just how much we can achieve when we stand united,” they stated.

    The project is a co-production between Michel Angelo Production, Bolanle Austen-Peters Production (BAP) and Native FilmWorks.