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  • Odunlade, ID Cabasa, others attend Lisabi: A Legend is Born premiere

    Odunlade, ID Cabasa, others attend Lisabi: A Legend is Born premiere

    Odunlade Adekola, and ID Cabasa, Iyabo Ojo,  were some of the celebs that attended the star-studded premiere of ‘Lisabi: A Legend is Born,’ a film by Nollywood power couple Lateef Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe.

    The premiere took center stage on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History in Onikan, Lagos.

    The event attracted some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, adding glitz and glamour to the celebration of Yoruba heritage.

    Prominent entertainers, including Femi Adebayo, Muyiwa Ademola, Yinka Quadri, Jide Awobona, Mr. Macaroni, Saga, Phyna, Liquorose, and Boma Akpore, graced the occasion.

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    The presence of the celebs on the red carpet created a buzz of excitement, with fans and guests eager to catch a glimpse of their favorite stars.

    The evening’s cultural significance was highlighted by the choice of venue, a center dedicated to Yoruba history and culture, as well as the artistic displays that preceded the movie screening. The sequel to the 2024 film ‘Lisabi: An Uprising,’ ‘Lisabi: A Legend is Born,’ continues the epic tale of the legendary Yoruba warrior.

    Speaking about the film, Lateef Adedimeji expressed his excitement over its release and gave fans a reason to anticipate the sequel. “People should look forward to answers to all the questions they had after seeing the first part. Everything will be addressed in this film,” he said.

  • Odunlade Adekola: Indigenous films are key to cultural learning

    Odunlade Adekola: Indigenous films are key to cultural learning

    Actor and filmmaker, Odunlade Adekola, has opined that the kind of indigenous films being produced in the Nigerian film industry will help Gen Z learn more about their culture.

    Odunlade made this statement during a recent interview with The Nation Newspaper saying that movies play a vital role in educating people about their culture and traditions.

    The actor also noted that with the recent influx of indigenous movies being produced, the young generation of Nigerians will learn easily.

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    “Very soon they will key into it, they love and know us, we are with them, and this is why we do it. That is the purpose of these wonderful movies we are bringing out now to cinemas for these Gen Zs to come and see their culture. It is what you see everyday that you will never forget, and it is what you know that will never leave your brain,” said Odunlade. “So, we are injecting it, and gradually with English and Yoruba, it will all come through.”

    The award winning actor, director and producer also gave a hint on how to achieve great success in film directing saying, “Understand what your audience wants, even as a producer or scriptwriter. If you stop giving your audience what they want, then you stop existing.”

  • I have no regrets after 19 years of marriage – Actor Odunlade celebrates wife

    I have no regrets after 19 years of marriage – Actor Odunlade celebrates wife

    Seasoned Nollywood actor, Odunlade Adekola, has taken to social media to felicitate with his wife, Ruth on her birthday anniversary.

    Odunlade via his Instagram stated that he is always short of words on her birthday, adding that he has no regrets after 19 years of marriage.

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    He wrote: “Ruth Abosede Adekola. I am always short of words on your birthday! It’s been 19 years now and you have never for one day made me regret the special Love that I have for you Arike baby.

    “I appreciate you always. I pray will we live long enough to celebrate more years in Jesus’ name. IYAWO SAAMUALAJO.”