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  • Jade Osiberu announces new movie, ‘Nigerian Trade’

    Director of ‘Isoken’, the acclaimed third highest grossing Nigerian film last year, Jade Osiberu, has announced her next film, ‘Nigerian Trade’, which she says is inspired by true events.

    She also disclosed that the film, a fast paced crime drama is based on extensive research on kidnap for ransom in Nigeria.

    According to the director of popular TV series, ‘Gidi Up’, “We have been researching this project for about a year now and I’m really excited, first because reality is sometimes even more gripping than fiction and that’s certainly the case for Nigerian Trade and then because the studio’s (Foresight Global Films) ambition is to make a film set in Nigeria that can truly compete internationally.”

    Written by award-winning screenwriter, Yinka Ogun and produced by Foresight Global Films, “Nigerian Trade” tells the story of Dike Maduka, aka Eric, a notorious genius billionaire kidnapper, who has evaded arrest for two decades, and the high-stakes investigation into his activities led by fast rising police officer and head of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT), Superintendent Khalid Abubakar.

    Osiberu noted that, “According to African Insurance Organization, in 2016 Nigeria overtook Colombia and Mexico as the global capital for Kidnap for Ransom, and as terrifying as this is, it’s a big informal albeit illegal industry, with a thriving business model and multiple target markets.”

  • New movie excites Toyin Abraham

    Following the wide acceptance garnered by her movie, Alakada Reloaded, which was said to have ranked among the highest selling indigenous movies at the cinemas, cross-over actress cum producer, Toyin Abraham is set to release her latest work, ‘The Ghost and The Tout’, in the cinemas across states from May 11.

    Excited about the new development, the actress has been sharing the movie posters with the actors that featured in it.

    Speaking on what to expect from the movie, the actress noted that it is not just an extremely hilarious and entertaining movie; it cuts across all spheres of our lives and realities.

    “It deals with the several emotions that can be felt by any human, and how we let these emotions define us,” she noted.

    ‘The Ghost and The Tout’ follows the story of a young and vibrant lady, Isila, who grew up in the core of a ghetto. An unforeseen event sends her world into a series of drama involving a murder case and a mystery from a forbidden spiritual event.

    Left with no choice, Isila journeys on a mission to unravel the truth to get her life back on track and in turn free a ghost from the restlessness of his soul.

    Written by Abraham, and produced by Biodun Stephen, the movie is directed by Charles Uwagbai. It stars Chiwetalu Agu, Dele Odule, Femi Adebayo, Rachel Okonkwo, Sambasa Nzeribe, Chioma Akpotha, Omowunmi Dada, Chigurl, Ronke Oshodi-Oke and more. It also stars talented Instagram sensations like Josh2funny, Cute Abiola, Bobrisky, Lasisi Elenu, Oshisko Twins, Iya Ibadan and many more.

  • Chigul to star in new movie, Banana Island Ghost

    Chigul to star in new movie, Banana Island Ghost

    Comedian Chioma Omeruah, popularly known as Chigul, will be staring in a new comedy film titled Banana Island Ghost (B.I.G), scheduled to be released later in the year.

    B.I.G, the first of five films to be co-produced by BAM and Nemsia Films, is a movie about a ghost that is scared to go to heaven because he doesn’t have a soulmate, so he convinces God to give him three days to fall in love. He is paired with the cantankerous firecracker Ijeoma, played by Chigul who will do anything to save her father’s house in Banana Island from the bank coming to reclaim it in three days.

    The movie also stars Ali Nuhu, Bimbo Manuel, Damilola Adegbite, Dorcas Fapson, Patrick Diabuah, Saheed Balogun, Tomiwa Edun and Uche Jombo.

    While BAM headed by media icon Biola Alabi produces Bukas and Joints, Nigeria’s number one food show on TV, Nemsia Films is a full service production house that has produced contents, including the acclaimed TV series, Before 30, in 2015.

    “This partnership with Nemsia Films headed by BB Sasore and Derin Adeyokunnu is part of our mission to work with great talents to tell great African stories for a local and global audience,” said Biola Alabi, the CEO of Biola Alabi Media.

    “The Nemsia team brings a fresh perspective and energy to the Nollywood landscape, Nemsia Films is the company behind the production of ‘Before 30’, the most watched African show.”

    The writer and director, BB Sasore, also said: “The team at Biola Alabi Media (BAM) headed by the media icon Biola Alabi bring a wealth of knowledge, creativity and experience in creating great content that a global audience will enjoy and will propel Nollywood to greater heights.”

  • Mercy Aigbe’s new movie Victims gets accolades

    Mercy Aigbe’s new movie Victims gets accolades

    Nollywood actress Mercy AigbeGentry have been getting praises on her new movie Victims which was currently released at the cinema across Nigeria over the weekend.

    The movie which deals with domestic violence has been getting feedbacks from the actress’s fans who say there is a lesson to learn from it.

    According to @stephluvee, the purpose of theatre is not just to entertain but to educate.

    “As a person, I’ve my own take about abuse,rape,batter,violence etc. After the private screening of Mercy Aigbe Gentry movie titled Victims, my curiosity was pique, to know what/who made the victim a victim… did the society/parents/guardian fail to play their role?  Finally I got my answers.

    “My God, this movie,Victims, is emotive. I couldn’t hold my tears, especially the scene she told her stories; I am particularly touched because I’ve people who had gone through what the character,Yeni, went through. This movie is a must-see by everyone, especially parents and parents to be.”

    Aigbe, who was in the company of cast of the movie, had a meet and greet session, photo session and autograph signing with her fans. Also T-shirts, face caps, tank tops and other gift items with Victims inscribed on them, were given out to those who came out to watch the movie.

    “Just two days at the cinemas and Victims is already selling out,” Aigbe said.

    Victims is written by AbiodunJimoh, produced by Mercy Aigbe Gentry, and directed by award-winning Nollywood director Lancelot OduwaImaseun.

  • 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.

  • Bimbo Akintola, Danny Glover tango in new movie

    Bimbo Akintola, Danny Glover tango in new movie

    Nollywood actress, Bimbo Akintola will, according to recent reports, lead the cast of a biopic in honour of late Dr Adadevoh.

    There are strong indications that renowned American actor, Danny Glover, is part of the cast of the movie.

    The biopic is a project that has given birth to a partnership between Terra Kulture boss, Bolanle Austen Peters, filmmaker Steve Gukas and Dotun Olakunrin.

    The movie centres on the recent Ebola crisis that hit Nigeria and other countries several months back, and the brave effort of the late Adadevoh who died after coming in contact with Patrick Sawyer, the Liberian who was responsible for the spread of Ebola in Nigeria.

    Details on the movie are still sketchy, but it was gathered that its producers are looking at a 2016 premiere for the movie, as talks are currently on with thespians that have been penned down for production.