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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by festacman(m): 10:28am On May 16, 2023
Nsonaso:

Chief how you take know?

I am his fan. Just search a little on the Internet. It is not a secret.
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Nsonaso(m): 10:28am On May 16, 2023
Krublog:


Fact.

I think he died of a "broken heart"💔💔💔
Na wa oh
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by komek(m): 10:29am On May 16, 2023
So many of them are on this table, from KOK to etc


festacman:
Saint Obi was having a flourishing acting career until his desire to marry a financially strong woman led him to marry one stone-hearted woman who was senior executive in telecom industry and who happens to come from a wealthy family. At the end of the day, money Saint Obi no see. Rather, having fathered some children, Saint Obi was thrown out of his home and his children taken far away from him. Consequently, Saint Obi's fight against this woman and her strong family took a toll on him and the rest is history.

I don't know why his friends are speaking in parables instead of saying things as they are to honour his memory.

Lesson: Sometimes, money is not everything.

May his soul rest in peace, Amen.
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Nsonaso(m): 10:29am On May 16, 2023
festacman:


I am his fan. Just search a little on the Internet. It is not a secret.
This is serious.
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Angelfrost(m): 10:29am On May 16, 2023
Easily the most versatile actor Nollywood ever produced in their history


Nollywood talent pool seems to have dried up since a decade ago!

The quality of screenplay and production have largely evolved and improved, but the quality of acting failed to keep up!

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by kay29000(m): 10:33am On May 16, 2023
moststylish:
Sakobi was released in 1999

I was wondering too when i saw the date the OP put beside the movie...i know i watched it in 99.

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Originalsly: 10:34am On May 16, 2023
tuzle:


I can only remember him in one film like that where they went for a cruise party, and I think they started killing the girls. Genevieve was in that movie


The Last Party.

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Astra101: 10:35am On May 16, 2023
midehi2:
Directors, the like of Chico Ejiro, Teco Benson and one other guy again, he's late too, their movies were top notch, not what we see now, mtcheeeww

That's Tom west
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by blowjohn(m): 10:36am On May 16, 2023
Kkonojo23:

Just checked him out!
I will try and watch his movies

Alright.
He stared in Rocky part 4 against Sylvester Stallone.

Even acted with Van Damme in Universal soldier.

He's the character in He man cartoon.


He's the main man in Red scorpion too.

By the way, Dude has an iQ of 160! 0.1 percent of our population.
With masters in chemical engineering I think.
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Krublog(m): 10:37am On May 16, 2023
Hatrick01:
one of them spotted.

Omulabees grin grin grin

I'm closer both geographically and historically to the Igbos but I'd rather be seen as a Yoruba if it will disassociate me from the self hating, chest beating, criminally minded folks like yourself.

Your people go around spreading hate and bigotry and only cry out when the tables are turned.

I remember how Aguyi Ironsi destroyed the powers of the regions and concentrated power in the center because he thought Igbos have come to stay in power. Alas, today you have the least states and are treated with disdain.

There's also the issue of the "secession clause" that Azikiwe fought against. Today nko
Azikwe fought against it cause he wanted a UNITED Nigeria with the Igbos FIRMLY in charge. He already knew he'd be in government at a very senior level. He wanted an empire to control with his kinsmen.
Who's crying for secession today?

You guys will never learn!!!

That was how this "anyhowness" led to Obi's loss. The only candidate with sincere intentions.

You guys led a campaign of calumny and insensitivity and demarketed a good product.

You guys will learn I know. Albeit, the hard way.

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Maobichek: 10:37am On May 16, 2023
Ransomtheking:
State of emergency that year
RIP legend đź’”

State of emergency was something else then, the action, intrigues was awesome.

Another movie i cherish so much then was "First Lady."

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by ahmg001(m): 10:40am On May 16, 2023
Nawao. So narrow escape is not there..

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Maobichek: 10:42am On May 16, 2023
midehi2:
Directors, the like of Chico Ejiro, Teco Benson and one other guy again, he's late too, their movies were top notch, not what we see now, mtcheeeww

Teco Benson!!! When Nollywood was Nollywood.

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by ahmg001(m): 10:42am On May 16, 2023
saintkel:
There's one movie I love him for.....can't remember d name....he was a Priest n his father, Pete Edochie was an occultic man
na narrow estate.surprised it didn't make the list.
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Hatrick01: 10:42am On May 16, 2023
@krublog U don leave wetin we dey talk come run enter history. Na so una dey do. Not suprised. Omulabees
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by yeyebrity: 10:44am On May 16, 2023
KingTom:

I swear film wey dem bomb motor. This was a super blockbuster that year grin

He produced that movie. Another prove he was born for entertainment.

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Maobichek: 10:45am On May 16, 2023
Frenzyboy:
State of emergency was fun

You watched that movie? It was something else.
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Ibadanpikin: 10:45am On May 16, 2023
midehi2:
Directors, the like of Chico Ejiro, Teco Benson and one other guy again, he's late too, their movies were top notch, not what we see now, mtcheeeww
Also kas-vid Chukwuka Emelionwu may is soul rest in peace.
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Kkonojo23(m): 10:47am On May 16, 2023
blowjohn:


Alright.
He stared in Rocky part 4 against Sylvester Stallone.

Even acted with Van Damme in Universal soldier.

He's the character in He man cartoon.


He's the main man in Red scorpion too.

By the way, Dude has an iQ of 160! 0.1 percent of our population.
With masters in chemical engineering I think.









Omoooo

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by tuzle(m): 10:49am On May 16, 2023
Originalsly:


The Last Party.
I watched that film more than 5 times then. Is there a station that still shows some of this classic movies because they are far more interesting than the current set

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Krublog(m): 10:52am On May 16, 2023
Hatrick01:
@krublog
U don leave wetin we dey talk come run enter history.
Na so una dey do.
Not suprised.
Omulabees

They no longer teach history in schools I heard.

As one who had the opportunity of studying history during my time, I think I owe your generation a duty to put you through.

There was a post earlier today bashing the Igbos on Facebook. Mocking them actually that if Hadi were Igbo, they wouldn't have allowed the world to hear word.

I put up a strong worded comment to condemn the author and owner of the page.

If you know RantHq on Facebook go check it out. It is actually owned by a Yoruba.

There I was defending Igbos and here you are just doing exactly what she said. Even on a topic that's supposed to be one of sober reflection and best wishes to a dearly departed "Igbo" man.

I pray you find peace for whatever troubles your soul.

Amen.

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by gfelo(m): 10:53am On May 16, 2023
na waiting kill samson?
festacman:
Saint Obi was having a flourishing acting career until his desire to marry a financially strong woman led him to marry one stone-hearted woman who was senior executive in telecom industry and who happens to come from a wealthy family. At the end of the day, money Saint Obi no see. Rather, having fathered some children, Saint Obi was thrown out of his home and his children taken far away from him. Consequently, Saint Obi's fight against this woman and her strong family took a toll on him and the rest is history.

I don't know why his friends are speaking in parables instead of saying things as they are to honour his memory.

Lesson: Sometimes, money is not everything.

May his soul rest in peace, Amen.
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Hippyj2: 10:55am On May 16, 2023
Ransomtheking:
State of emergency that year
RIP legend đź’”

Alpha...
Beta....
Omega...

Omega 1 over

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Originalsly: 10:57am On May 16, 2023
tuzle:


I watched that film more than 5 times then. Is there a station that still shows some of this classic movies because they are far more interesting than the current set


Google the title and star.

Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Sirchiboy: 10:57am On May 16, 2023
saintkel:
There's one movie I love him for.....can't remember d name....he was a Priest n his father, Pete Edochie was an occultic man
.
Narrow escape
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Oesophagus99(m): 10:57am On May 16, 2023
take me to Mama
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Ransomtheking(m): 11:00am On May 16, 2023
Hippyj2:


Alpha...
Beta....
Omega...

Omega 1 over
cool
I'll be downloading the movie later today
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by MrJames007: 11:01am On May 16, 2023
I didn't watch this. shocked

Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Ransomtheking(m): 11:03am On May 16, 2023
Maobichek:


State of emergency was something else then, the action, intrigues was awesome.

Another movie i cherish so much then was "First Lady."
Back in the days Nollywood was doing better than now, seems we are moving backwards.
Am sure it was those old movies that hyped Nollywood movie industry.

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Karnice600: 11:03am On May 16, 2023
Reportupdate:
Saint Obi has a packed filmography, but these films stand out the most for us.

Watch video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3CokE2iEzc

On May 13, 2023, the news of the death of veteran actor, Saint Obi, whose real name is Obinna Nwafor, swept across the entertainment landscape.

Since his demise, many have taken to social media to express their condolences to the family and share their feelings of grief. Despite the loss, Obi's legacy lives on in his art, where he poured his heart and soul into his creations.

The actor, who was a successful on-screen legend, made childhood for many of us notable by presenting eccentric performances whenever he had the chance.

Known as the action movie star of his era, he was born on November 16, 1965, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Obi began his acting career in the late 1990s and quickly became a household name due to his exceptional talent and good looks.

Before his demise, he appeared in numerous Nollywood films, but here are five of the most notable films that made him a force to be remembered forever.

1. Candle Light (1998)
Saint Obi's breakthrough role came in the film Candle Light, directed by Chico Ejiro. The film featured the actor star as one of the male leads alongside other talents but he shines through, earning him a spot in other movies. The film was a massive success and is still considered a classic in Nollywood.

2. State of Emergency (2000)
Saint Obi appeared in the film State of Emergency, which Teco Benson directed. It is a Nigerian action movie about vengeful former soldiers who hold government ministers hostage for a set of demands. Obi's performance in the film earned him more acclaim and helped solidify his status as a leading actor in Nollywood.

3. Sakobi, the Serpent Girl (2001)
The movie stars Obi and Susan Patrick, with direction by Zeb Ejiro. The plot revolves around a man named Francis, who is punished with a short lifespan of wealth after a plot to use his daughter as a ritual sacrifice fails. He also falls in love with a snake girl named Sakobi who turns his life upside down.

4. Wanted Alive (2001)
In the 2001 movie directed by Chico Ejiro, Obi plays the leader of a criminal gang who's trying to get out of a life of crime. The film stars other action stars like Hanks Anuku, Jerry Amilo, Paul Obazele, Emeka Enyiocha, and Tuvi James. It is also one of the many films that made the audience fall in love with the Nigerian James Bond, Saint Obi.

5.Festival of Fire (2002)
The on-screen legend also showcased his talent in this all-time classic directed by Chico Ejiro. The movie tells the story of a village that sacrificed human beings until the involvement of the church and Christianity.

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First knew this guy on the Candlelight Soap where Charles Okafor and Kate Henshaw starred as well. TJ and Kenny. Having this nostalgic feeling right now.
May his soul rest in peace.

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Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by nams77: 11:04am On May 16, 2023
festacman:
Saint Obi was having a flourishing acting career until his desire to marry a financially strong woman led him to marry one stone-hearted woman who was senior executive in telecom industry and who happens to come from a wealthy family. At the end of the day, money Saint Obi no see. Rather, having fathered some children, Saint Obi was thrown out of his home and his children taken far away from him. Consequently, Saint Obi's fight against this woman and her strong family took a toll on him and the rest is history.

I don't know why his friends are speaking in parables instead of saying things as they are to honour his memory.

Lesson: Sometimes, money is not everything.

May his soul rest in peace, Amen.
For real?
God pls save us from the hands of karishika
Re: 5 Films That Made Saint Obi A Nollywood Legend by Chizzychinny: 11:09am On May 16, 2023
State of Emergency was lit

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