Related Research Articles
Richard Evans Mofe-Damijo, popularly known as RMD, is a foremost Nigerian actor, writer, producer, lawyer, and former journalist. He was also a Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Delta State in 2009. In 2005, he won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. He received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 12th Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2016. In 2024, he was honoured with the Industry Merit Awards, alongside Iya Rainbow at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards.
Odunlade Jonathan Adekola ; born 31 December 1976) is a Nigerian actor, singer, film-maker, film producer and film director. He gained popularity and was widely known for his lead role in Ishola Durojaye's 2003 movie, Asiri Gomina Wa, and has acted in many Nollywood movies since then. He is the founder and CEO of the Odunlade Adekola Film Production (OAFP).
Tolulope Adesua Etomi-Wellington commonly known as Adesua Etomi is a Nigerian actress and entrepreneur. She debuted her film career with Knocking On Heaven's Door (2014). Since then she has starred in several films and many awards. Amongst them is the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards.
Oloibiri is a 2016 Nigerian action thriller film directed by Curtis Graham, produced by Rogers Ofime and starring Olu Jacobs and Richard Mofe Damijo. The film tells a story on how government agencies, along with oil companies exploited the newly discovered oil in the historic town of Oloibiri. The film had its premier on 21 October 2016 at the Shell Nigeria hall, Muson center, Onikan. Former head of state, General Yakubu Gowon, former Secretary general, Commonwealth, Emeka Anyaoku were present at the event. Speaking to Channels TV after watching the film, former Minister for Information, Professor Jerry Gana described the film as having a "clear and powerful message" on the sufferings of people in the Niger Delta. He also encouraged other filmmakers to make more of such films. Richard Mofe Damijo, who played the role of a disgruntled indigene, who became a militant, "Gunpowder" in the oil rich town described his role as a "modern day Robinhood". He also stated that he hopes government and international organizations will come to the aid of people in Niger Delta.
May Ellen Ezekial Mofe-Damijo also known as MEE was a Nigerian journalist and writer who was the publisher of Classique magazine, a celebrity and entertainment journal that has ceased publication. The magazine employed journalists such as Dele Momodu, Ben Charles Obi, and Rudolf Okonkwo.
The Wedding Party 2: Destination Dubai is a 2017 Nigerian romantic comedy drama film directed by Niyi Akinmolayan. It is a sequel to The Wedding Party, which was released in December 2016. Principal photography for the film, which was shot in Lagos and Dubai, began in May 2017. It is currently the fourth highest grossing Nigerian film of all time.
The Vendor is a 2018 Nigerian nollywood comedy film written, produced and directed by Odunlade Adekola, winner of the 2018 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards Best Actor in a Comedy. The official trailer for the movie was released in August 2018 whilst the movie got its cinema release on 7 September 2018, with a run time of 102 minutes. The film premiered on Netflix on 27 December 2019.
Love Is War is a 2019 Nigerian political drama film directed by Omoni Oboli and written by Chinaza Onuzo. It stars Oboli, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Jide Kosoko, Akin Lewis, Bimbo Manuel, Toke Makinwa, Shaffy Bello, Femi Branch, Uzo Osimkpa, Yemi Blaq, Damilare Kuku and William Benson. Produced by Inkblot Productions and Dioni Visions, Love Is War is the second collaboration between the two production companies following 2018's Moms at War. The film is centered around a married couple who run against each other for governor in the same state.
Made in Heaven is a 2019 Nigerian romantic drama film directed by Toka McBaror and produced by Darlington Abuda. It features Nollywood's Richard Mofe Damijo, Jide Kosoko, and Nancy Isime, Ayo Makun, Toyin Abraham, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Lasisi Elenu, former Big Brother Naija housemate - Kemen, and others. The film shows its central characters seeking spiritual help in their daily lives.
Therapy is a 2021 English-language Cameroonian film drama produced by Ermelinde Simo Jing Sakah and Sakah Antoine and directed by Anurin Nwunembom and Musing Derick It stars Ermelinde Simo Jing Sakah Richard Mofe Damijo, Iretiola Doyle, Alenne Menget, Syndy Emade, Lucie Memba, Obasy Ndula, Kayla Merits, Ngong Yvette, Nchana Basil and Neba Godwill Awantu. It was acquired and aired on Netflix on 26 March 2021, making it the first Cameroonian film to air on Netflix. The film was released in all English speaking countries on 14 July 2021.
Castle and Castle is a Nigerian series which premiered in the year 2018 and is streaming exclusively on Netflix. It is a Nigerian and Africa's first legal series which features the story of a legal family characterized by love, drama and betrayal. Castle and Castle currently has two seasons streaming on Netflix and it stars some A-list Nigerian actors like Richard Mofe-Damijo, Dakore Akande, Deyemi Okanlawon, Daniel Etim Effiong and many more.
Mimi Fawaz is a Nigerian-Lebanese sports journalist, show host and presenter who currently works as a sports presenter on Focus on Africa, a BBC news programme broadcast on BBC World News alongside BBC Africa and BBC Sports. She has worked for CNN, ESPN and ITV Television networks. In January 2017, she hosted the 2016 GLO-CAF Awards alongside Nigerian actor Richard Mofe-Damijo.
Dinner is a 2016 Nigerian comedy film that is all about love, betrayal and forgiveness. It was produced by Jay Franklyn Jituboh and Chris Odeh. The executive producer of the film is David Jituboh. It was released on November 11, 2016 and premiered at IMAX Cinema in Lekki. The premier of Dinner was sponsored by Amstel Malta and attended by celebrities in the movie industry. The movie received mixed criticism, although its performances were praised.
Christmas in Miami is a Nigerian comedy film released on December 24, 2021, and directed by Robert Peters.
The New Normal is a 2020 Nigerian dramedy film written by Tunde Babalola, produced and directed by Teniola Olatoni under the production studio of Sourmash Stories. The film stars Richard Mofe Damijo, Mercy Johnson, Broda Shaggi, Bimbo Akintola, Kehinde Bankole, Femi Jacobs, Femi Blaq, Meg Otanwa, and Mofe Duncan.
Scores to settle is a 1998 Nigerian film about a widow who faces different struggles. It was directed by Chico Ejiro. The Nollywood film was released on 1 January 1998 by Great movies Ltd.
Najite Dede is a director and a Nigerian actress in the Nollywood industry. She is a sibling to Michelle Dede and a cousin to Richard Mofe Damijo who are also into the film industry.
Palava is a 2022 Nigerian family comedy film produced by Inkblot Productions in conjunction with FilmOne Entertainment, released to Cinemas on 9 December 2022, the film stars Richard Mofe-Damijo, Bisola Aiyeola, Iyabo Ojo, Mercy Aigbe, Beverly Naya, Beverly Osu, Neo Akpofure, Chinedu Ikedieze, Segun Arinze, Eniola Badmus. InkBlot Productions has described the film as 'a family comedy that perfectly fits into the Christmas festive season'.
The Black Book is a 2023 Nigerian crime thriller film produced and directed by Editi Effiong, starring Richard Mofe-Damijo, Sam Dede, Shaffy Bello, Femi Branch, Alex Usifo, Ade Laoye and Ireti Doyle. The film was released to Netflix on 22 September 2023, Nigerian online newspaper Premium Times has likened Richard Mofe-Damijo's character in the film to John Wick's character owing to the storyline leaning towards a former hitman who is now drawn back into the criminal underworld he had abandoned.
References
- 1 2 "Funmi Holder's The Grudge hits cinemas soon". The Nation Newspaper. 21 September 2016. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
- ↑ sunnews (24 September 2016). "Why I produced The Grudge–Funmi Holder". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
- 1 2 3 "RMD, Ireti Doyle, Victor Olaotan, Others Grace The Grudge's Screening – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
- ↑ "Odunlade Adekola, Richard Mofe-Damijo star in The Grudge - P.M. News" . Retrieved 6 August 2022.
- 1 2 "RMD, Iretiola Doyle, Odunlade Adekola star in Funmi Holder's The Grudge". Vanguard News. 24 September 2016. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
- ↑ "Funmi Holder screens The Grudge, launches foundation". The Nation Newspaper. 13 October 2016. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
 | This article related to a Nigerian film is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |