Toyin Abraham, Kanayo O Kanayo, Odunlade Adekola feature in ‘American Japa’

• American-Nigerian filmmaker and director Tony Abulu has announced the upcoming release of his star-studded movie, American Japa.
• Tony Abulu shared trailers of the film on his Facebook page, revealing the casts and the release date.
• Actors such as Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi, Kanayo O. Kanayo, Odunlade Adekola, Bolanle Ninalowo, Ronke Oshodi Oke, and Wumi Toriola on Thursday, also shared trailers of the film.

‘American Japa’, a Nollywood movie directed by American-Nigerian filmmaker Tony Abulu, is set to hit cinemas across the country on September 6.

Actress Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi shared the film’s trailer in an Instagram post on Thursday. KOK wrote:

“Behold the star studded ‘American Japa’ film coming to cinemas on September 6, 2024,”

“Premiering at Film House The Palms Mall on August 30.”

‘American Japa’ follows the story of commercial sex workers and their dream to relocate to the United States for greener pastures.

“Japa” is a Yoruba word meaning “to run away”. It is the emigration of Nigerians, usually for economic opportunities.

The film features a number of prominent Nollywood stars such as Toyin Abraham, Odunlade Adekola, Kanayo O Kanayo, Bolanle Ninalowo, Segun Arinze, and Yemi Blaq.

Other cast members include Ronke Oshodi Oke, Jide Kosoko, Wumi Toriola, Jumoke Odetola, Tina Amuziam, Lizzy Jay, Shirley Igwe, and Tommy Roland.

‘American Japa’ was created by Atlantic World Digital Communications. It was produced by Abulu, the Nigerian-born US-based producer, and co-produced by Angel Ufuoma.

Watch the trailer below.

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In other news, Nigerian Afropop music star Stanley Omah Didia, whose stage name is Omah Lay, has peaked the attention of many with his recent revelation.

During a chat with media personality Zach Sang on the show where music and pop culture are discussed, the singer revealed that his idea was stolen.

Omah Lay noted that a Nigerian Afrobeat star stole his idea to make their album just four months after he shared his plans with them.