At the premiere of Wole Soyinka – Eni Ogun, filmmaker Joshua Ojo’s biopic praised for thorough research and tribute to Nobel Laureate Soyinka.
Held at the Ikeja Cinema in Lagos, the event drew crowds of enthusiastic fans and actors who celebrated the film as a remarkable work of art.
Prominent actor Hafeez Oyetoro, also known as Saka, took the stage at the premiere and showered praise on Joshua Ojo for his invaluable contributions to Nollywood.
Saka lauded Ojo’s dedication and effort in bringing the iconic figure of Wole Soyinka to life.
He emphasized the challenges Ojo faced during production, revealing, “This movie took almost a year due to an accident Joshua had.
He put in a tremendous amount of research, writing, and shooting to ensure its success. This is a very interesting movie that deserves attention. Let people know about it and support this talented filmmaker.”
Saka’s admiration for Ojo extended beyond the production timeline. He highlighted Wole Soyinka’s multifaceted contributions to the arts, describing him as “an embodiment of art himself—a poet, playwright, actor, director, producer, essayist, and much more.”
Saka acknowledged the film’s limitations in capturing every aspect of Soyinka’s life but praised Ojo for focusing on key themes such as Soyinka’s deep love for his country, cultural heritage, and unwavering patriotism.
The actor urged the audience to show their appreciation for Ojo’s hard work: “Let’s give a round of applause for the executive producer, Joshua.
Despite his quiet demeanor, his achievements speak volumes. He has directed numerous films, including Sango and Efusetan Aniwura, and his work continues to inspire.”
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