The expectation is building as Play Network Studios and Native
Media TV unveil the gripping trailer for their latest thriller, “Hijack ’93.”
Slated to premiere on October 25, this film is set to capture
audiences with its intense storyline and dynamic cast. Directed by Robert O. Peters, “Hijack ’93” explores the harrowing historical event that shook
Nigeria. The film follows a group of four men who hijack an airplane, using the
passengers as leverage to challenge a military-backed government in their quest
for social change. This fictional retelling draws inspiration from the 1993
hijacking of a Nigerian Airways flight by a group of teenagers.
Starring a cast that includes Bob
Manuel, John Dumelo, Sharon Ooja, Nancy Isime, Jemima Osunde, and Efa Iwara, the film also introduces newcomers Adam Garba, Allison Emmanuel,
Oluwaseyi Akinola, and Nnamdi Agbo as the hijackers.
Charles Okpaleke, producer and co-founder of Play Network
Studios, emphasises the importance of retelling such pivotal events. “Such
historic events are essential to our nation’s history and must be shared with
future generations,” he shared. “These pivotal events, which shaped our
nation’s history, risk being forgotten over time. As a filmmaker, my goal is to
preserve and share authentic African stories with a global audience,” Charles
added.
Watch the trailer below:
