‘Gangs of Lagos’ Sacrilegious For Depicting The ‘Eyo’ As criminal Gangs – Oba of Lagos

Gangs of Lagos

EkoHotBlog reports that Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos has described the movie, “Gangs of Lagos”, as defamatory and sacrilegious for depicting the ‘Eyo’ as criminal gangs that commit grotesque murder and visit terror on innocent citizens. The traditional ruler raised concerns about the film in a three-page letter he addressed to the management of Amazon … Read more

‘Distortion Of Culture’ — Shodipe-Dosunmu Asks Authorities To Ban ‘Gangs Of Lagos’

‘Gangs of Lagos’, a film set on the political struggles within Lagos Island, was released last Friday. The movie depicts some criminals disguised as Eyo masquerades. Hence, it has ruffled feathers in some quarters. Eko Hot Blog reports that Uthman Shodipe-Dosunmu, a Lagos prince, has demanded the immediate ban of the blockbuster Nollywood movie, ‘Gangs … Read more