“Kadara, destiny… who decides when we are born…“, Obalola‘s (played by Tobi Bakre) opening statement in the latest Jade Osiberu’s movie project, Gangs of Lagos.
Netizens have taken to their respective social media accounts to applaud the effort of the Gangs of Lagos movie director, Jade Osiberu alongside the professionalism of the lead actors and supporting characters.
The crime drama, the first Amazon Original film from Africa, follows three friends chasing their dreams and destiny on the dangerous streets of Isale Eko. Tobi Bakre takes the lead as Obalola, supported by Adesua Etomi-Wellington (Gift) and Chike-Ezekpeazu Osebuka (Ify).
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With these three leading the cast, the movie takes us into a relatable, layered crime world of corruption, drug dealing, protection rackets, human trafficking, theft, and murder.
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Other high-profile casts include Chioma Akpotha, Bimbo Ademoye, Zlatan Ibile, Iyabo Ojo and Tayo Faniran.
The film is co-produced by Osiberu and Kemi Lala Akindoju.
Following the movie release on Friday, pundits have predominantly given the movie a positive remark. Some commentators have applauded the team for the maverick approach in creating the blockbuster.
Several people lauded the movie for it’s purposeful dialogue; additionally, the action-packed moments left an indelible impression in the hearts of the viewers.
Below is a cross-section from netizens,
https://twitter.com/signor_martini/status/1644669825233420290?s=20
https://twitter.com/MsJazzyfied/status/1644668728594841603?s=20
https://twitter.com/anthonystilldey/status/1644682291204046851?s=20
https://twitter.com/_deyola/status/1644448608815665153?s=20
https://twitter.com/ahdeykunley/status/1644233496657899520?s=20
Tobi Bakre……
The consummate performer, with an unparalleled ability to seamlessly embody an array of multidimensional character.#GangsOfLagosOnPrime#gangoflagos @tobibakre omo aye 😂
My goodness, this is brilliance!— The originals (@Theorriginal) April 7, 2023
https://twitter.com/vickie_coco/status/1644406644686610433?s=20
https://twitter.com/abukhalif01/status/1644507225933635584?s=20
I’m so sad ify died sha #GangofLagos
— Anike The Tailor❤️ (@_teamarh) April 8, 2023
#GangofLagos is that MOVIE🔥🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/Rq87FGJmrQ
— ejiro elizabeth edward (@Ejiroedward552) April 7, 2023
My side eye when I saw Toyin’s character in #GangofLagos pic.twitter.com/ejMCBovEEL
— Calling My Name (@seyeh_) April 8, 2023
https://twitter.com/_Heady__/status/1644616774787137537?s=20
Tobiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii !!! Guy #GangofLagos
— Jphina24 (@MhzPhina) April 8, 2023
https://twitter.com/onlyonejozey/status/1644690634161238017?s=20
Jade osiberu @jadeosiberu is really making a statement in the Nollywood Action movie niche. What i am most glad about is that they are really paying attention to details and the film trick no too much.
#GangofLagos— Ajibola timilehin (@Teedayve) April 8, 2023
https://twitter.com/Imueishere/status/1644707675350134789?s=20
I just want you people to know that @tobibakre aaaaaaaaate his role in #gangoflagos and left no crumbs.
There was something about his character's eyes that just did it for me, a coldness I can't explain. He embodied the role………..
— Amarachi (@franklinAmaraa) April 7, 2023
https://twitter.com/omoOttun/status/1644696206113685504?s=20
https://twitter.com/bakreen_/status/1644486737769517057?s=20
Gotta see #GangofLagos after this game
— 稳定的 (@steaddyy__) April 8, 2023
https://twitter.com/tundegirly/status/1644472437654921229?s=20
Tbh if you have watched gang of Lagos on prime video and you see Yhemo lee you will just be laughing even if he was so serious. That guy na clown #GangofLagos #yhemolee pic.twitter.com/p9fOTE4ww1
— Ade .G.O.A.T. (@slinxey1) April 8, 2023
https://twitter.com/_DearAlice_/status/1644682344647860227?s=20
https://twitter.com/its_thriller/status/1644490343029538816?s=20
You can only lead people with terror and fear for so long.
One day, their eyes will open to their power and there will be no hiding place for the wicked…#GangofLagos— Oyelowo, A.A (Jedi of abuja) (@OYELOWOAYODEJI) April 8, 2023
https://twitter.com/iam_anuoluwapoh/status/1644615906104950784?s=20
I’m so overwhelmed. I’m speechless, almost to tears as to the magnificent development of Nollywood… @tobibakre @AdesuaEtomiW @BimboAdemoye and all cast, thank you for a remarkable display of talents. 😭😭😭. #GangofLagos
— pizzy_werey (@doesbasil) April 7, 2023
