Code Wilo Explained

Code Wilo is a 2019 Nigerian movie about the political happenings of the 2019 Nigerian gubernatorial elections. It projects the need to give space to women and youths in the country's election.^{[1] [2]} Code Wilo was produced by Hauwa Allahbura and directed by Mike-Steve Adeleye; it stars Zack Orji, Eucharia Anunobi, Yaw Comedian, Uzo Arukwe and  Gabriel Afolayan^[3]

Synopsis

The movies revolves around a young lady, Nimi, who is an aspirant for gubernatorial election. She was kidnapped and interactions with her kidnappers reveal it is not just for ransom. The film also discusses the issue of "godfatherism" in Nigerian politics with Nimi's, father's sole decision to make her a governorship candidate

Premiere

The movie was first premiered in collaboration with Heritage Bank on the 7 of March 2019 at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos.  ^[4]

Cast

Gabriel Afolayan, Eucharia Abinibi Ekwu, Bikiya Graham Douglas, Kali Ikeagwu Alex Usifo Omiagbo, Steve Onu, Zack Orji and Gbenga Titiloye ^[5]

References

1. Web site: 2019-09-08 . On Hauwa Allahbura's political thriller "Code Wilo" . 2022-07-19 . Vanguard News . en-GB.
2. Web site: Oyewobi . Akin . 2019-08-24 . New Nollywood political thriller 'Code Wilo' hits cinemas . 2022-07-19 . Premium Times Nigeria . en-GB.
3. Web site: Bada . Gbenga . 2019-03-04 . Movie Review: 'Code Wilo' makes a good attempt at a political thriller . 2022-07-19 . Pulse Nigeria.
4. Web site: Rapheal . 2019-03-08 . Glitz, glamour as Code Wilo premieres . 2022-07-19 . The Sun Nigeria . en-us.
5. Web site: The Dark, Twisted Plot of 'Code Wilo' – THISDAYLIVE . 2022-07-19 . www.thisdaylive.com.