Nollywood Movie, 'anniversary' Producer Challenges Buhari To Stop Piracy

Gregory Onuda is the CEO of OGPLUS International Films. A top Nollywood producer, Gregory who is reputed for such great flicks as  "Sasha", "The Living Ghost", "Scam" and his recent work, "Anniversary", is a member of  AMP (Association of Movie Producers of Nigeria). In a couple of weeks time, Gregory is set to premiere his much talked about, high definition romantic drama movie, titled "Anniversary" directed by prolific film maker, Afe Olumowe. During an interview, Gregory speaks more about the movie, the industry and particularly how the president-elect, General Buhari has a major task of bringing his much touted 'change' to bear in Nollywood.


When asked if GEJ's administration improved the industry, he said;

In the past we didn't really feel government attention. But with due respect to the outgoing administration and in all honesty, a lot has been done to assist the industry.  One of the outgoing administration's achievement is the Project ACT Nollywood initiative which was created to support producers with funds to produce movies. Some producers benefited from the said  initiative and hopefully that could help to better the quality of movies in the coming years. The incoming administration needs to take a cue from this great initiative. Most important of all, I would like to use this medium to challenge the president elect, General Buhari to look closely into the possibility of assisting Nollywood to fight piracy which has badly affected the industry.


Really, how will Buhari do that?


It should be easy if the government sees it as a priority. Nollywood has done a lot to project a good image for Nigeria and I think it makes a lot of sense if the government gives Nollywood the attention and support it deserves. Take a look at the amazing things we are doing with the little we have. All that Nollywood needs is a government that is committed to improving the industry.


Furthermore, he spoke about the Nollywood movie "Anniversary" which trended last week when photos of Ebube Nwagbo in bridal attire from the movie went viral.

Anniversary is a story about a man who pretends to be the perfect husband, an honest man and everybody saw him like that. Even his wife could bet her life for his 'uprightness'. But the events that unfolded in the course of the movie will keep you glued to your seats. More than 50% of all spouses are victims of infidelity, which means that one spouse in most marriages will suffer the greatest marital pain  possible. Infidelity can shatter even the strongest relationship, leaving behind feelings of betrayal, guilt, and anger. This is a very touching story and worth your time and money for your ticket and popcorn. The movie features top Nollywood actors like Gideon Okeke, Ebube Nwagbo, zynell lydia zuh, Elikem kumordzi, Juliet Ibrahim and her sister, Sonia Ibrahim and a host of others. Anniversary will be premiered in a couple of weeks from now in Ghana, Nigeria, Europe and America.