The Governor (Nigerian TV series)
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| The Governor | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Ema Edosio |
| Written by | Yinka Ogun, Tunde Babalola, Debo Oluwatuminu |
| Produced by | Mo Abudu |
| Starring | Caroline Chikezie, Samuel Abiola, Jude Chukwuka,Kunle Coker,Taiwo Obileye,Bimbo Manuel |
Release date | 2016 |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Language | English |
The Governor is a 2016 political Drama shot in Calabar and Cross River, The film was directed by Ema Edosio and written by Yinka Ogun, Tunde Babalola and Debo Oluwatuminu. Mo Abudu is the producer of the 13 episodes TV series.[1][2]
Premier
The political drama was premiered 7 July 2016 on the DStv by 9pm.[3]
Cast
- Caroline Chikezie as Angelo Ochello[4]
- Samuel Abiola as Toju Ochello
- Jude Chukwuka as Chief Sobifa Thomson
- Kunle Coker as Senator Briggs[5]
- Taiwo Obileye as Chief Momo-Ali
- Bimbo Manuel as David Ochello
- Kachi Nnochiri as Ahmed Halo
- Lord Frank as Henry
- Kelechi Udegbe as Paul
- Ani iyoho as Musa
- Edmond Enaibe as Friday Bello
Synopsis
Angelo Ochello - deputy Governor of the fictional Savannah state - finds herself in a cornered situation following the governor's sudden death. She was able to rule the office with the help of her chief of staff while her matrimonial home does not suffer.[6]
Reception
According to fans, the film is one of such that one learn more about politics. According to Kunle Coker, one of the actors in the political film. The Governor is a must-watch for everyone planning to venture into politics.[7]
See also
References
- ^ "From EbonyLife TV comes 'The Governor'". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2016-06-26. Retrieved 2022-08-02.
- ^ Augoye, Jayne (2022-01-14). "Mo Abudu finally responds to critics of 'Chief Daddy 2'". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-08-02.
- ^ izuzu, chibumga (2016-06-23). "Watch 1st teaser for upcoming political drama". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-08-02.
- ^ "The Governor is a Woman – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2022-08-02.
- ^ BellaNaija.com. "EbonyLife TV's New Political Drama Series 'The Governor' is Receiving Rave Reviews | Watch Episode 2 Tonight!". www.bellanaija.com. Retrieved 2022-08-02.
- ^ "The Governor warms up to Nigerian audience". The Nation Newspaper. 2016-08-01. Retrieved 2022-08-02.
- ^ "The Governor unravels intrigues in corridors of political terrain". Vanguard News. 2016-08-04. Retrieved 2022-08-02.