By Damilola Fatunmise
Media personality Toke Makinwa is set to play the lead and co-executive producer roles in international movie tiled .180 Nigeria. Billed to go into production soon. 180 Nigeria is regarded as the first Nigeria female led and feel good-movie set to showcase the beauty of Nigeria on global scale.
Pinnacle Media Nigeria is collaborating with oxygen and Temple company on the project and they are in talks with several states entities about seeking ample support for it. Speaking on the movie whis set to debut in early 2024 Pinnacle Media CEO, Ms, Diji Shujahi said “180 Nigeria is a project we are honored to bring to Nigeria, as this is a storyline that appeals to a lot of our values and mission as an Organization. First of all, we want to thank Stellar international for being early supporters and funders for the movie.
They believe I’m the story and it’s message and are giving us the support we need to produce the movie. We would also like to that HRH Prince Adesegun Oniru, who is supporting the movie in the capacity of co-executive producer.
He is a vivid propagator of Nigerian culture and talent across the globe, and having the name associated with the movie has helped to create larger avenues for the country. This movie highlights grassroots charities and talks about those people who selflessly serve and sacrifice to make the world a better place for others. At the same time it’s also a movie that highlights Nigeria to the world.
We are traveling to 10 states in Nigeria showcasing the various cultures, traditions and landscapes that Nigeria has to offer the world. Movies has always been a means of transcending boundaries and we hope that 180 Nigeria will be able to bring a fresh perspective of Nigeria to the international community.
“On her part, Toke Makinwa said she was drawn to the script because it’s not only a feel -good movie that showcase lifestyle, but it also carries a very strong message of humanity,giving back and truly cares about people in need” as much as I love acting , I have been thinking about the next step in my career and this movie seemed to be the right opportunity for me to don the hat of an executive producer and have my input in its development” she noted The director, Bunmi Ajakaiye stated
“ I am especially passionate about telling stories from the female gaze. The African women is one of the most intriguing compelling and complex characters ever to exist and because of the unique society in which she finds herself the issues she faces daily are endless”