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See as Una mind just Dey like nonsense

Topic say forced to sit, how is she being forced to
Did she disagree and then made to sit against her own will?
The groom no complain, papa no complain, her own papa no complain na Una wey no know their names Dey complain

This thing called culture is as old as time
Make Una chill

Na because Una no fit control Unaself na why Una thing go stand if you were in the father in law position. I sure say some of Una don release sef by just watching the video

siofra:
What happened to this? 😒

This??
For a date??

Tor

Tinubu till forever

safarigirl:
It's been ages NL, but I am back with another movie review for the newly released, Suspicion on Prime Video.

It is one of very few commissioned Nigerian movies on Prime, alongside Breath of Life, and was released on the 28th of November. The premise of this movie is one that has not been extensively explored in Nollywood in recent times, and it really makes you wonder why, because, I mean...supernatural (Juju) doings? It should be second nature to a country that is as spiritually inclined as Nigeria.

I won't dwell too much on the introductory part of this article, so, without further ado, let's dive into the supernatural world spun by the Ighos.


Movie Title: Suspicion


Cast:
Stan Nze
Uzor Arukwe
Omowunmi Dada
Tina Mba
Kalu Ikeagwu

Director: Tosin Igho

Screenplay: Tosin Igho, Igho

Run Time: 1 Hr 55 Mins

Plot:

A young man's journey of vengeance, after the death of his best friend and goddaughter, leads him to uncovering shocking revelations about the life he once thought he knew.


Review:

This movie takes us on a journey, introducing us to our lead, Voke (Nze), a young man with great potential, that just hasn't materialised into anything. Whatever Voke seemingly lacks financially, he makes up for with the love of his girlfriend, Chisom (Dada), as well as his best friend, Rogba (Arukwe), and Rogba's daughter, Lolu, who also doubles as Coke's goddaughter. We see how much Voke loves Lolu, with how easily be indulges the little girl. So, when a groups of kidnappers attempt to snatch Lolu on her way to school, Rogba and Voke put up a good fight to hinder that. Their fight is, however, all for nothing, as the kidnappers successfully snatch up Lolu.

Now that tastebuds have been sufficiently whet, let me pause on telling the storyline and get into what worked in this movie. I absolutely hate spoilers, so, I won't spoil this for anyone who hasn't seen the movie.

The things that worked in this movie, were first, the fight scenes. Every single time there was a fight scene, the actors sold it, and the gore....oh, the gore! The knife slashes, the bullet shots, if the director was going for shock value, he hit it quite smoothly.

The storyline was also good; of course, it deals with love, loss, grief, vengeance, betrayal, among other things. I won't say I was particularly shocked by some of the revelations as the story went along, but just because I expected the reveal, didn't make it any less an interesting watch. I enjoyed how the story unraveled, how the suspects switched up. This was an under 2-hour movie, but a lot happened in that time. It did not drag, and this is saying a lot, because in recent times, Nollywood has had a number of movies that were just as long, but they threw in a bunch of filler scenes the movies could have done without. Every scene in this movie belonged in it. Even if there were filler scenes, they worked to further the movie, they weren't just there like, "Okay...so, what's the point?"

The use of Juju (black magic), was well done to an extent. It established that Voke is from a family gifted in the dark arts, hence, the powers he possesses. I like that something relatable to the African society was chosen for a paranormal movie. Juju is not a foreign concept, so, choosing that, in telling a tale such as this, and going on to show how his gifts helped him in his battles, made for an interesting watch. Juju being used as just a tool of investigation, and not necessarily portrayed in a negative light, was refreshing.

The Special effects were also well done, it did not look tacky, there was no annoying sound to show the Juju was in effect, or anything of such. There was this scene, where a certain old man was narrating what happened to Rogba (Uzor), to Voke (Nze), the use of special effects in the storytelling was absolutely brilliant. It's a standout scene to me.

Another thing that worked was the acting performances. Stan Nze and Uzor Arukwe are brilliant actors, who never disappoint in executing their roles. Stan had a rather muted performance as Voke, his emotional range in this was a bit flat, and I'm choosing to believe that's what the character was supposed to give off; muted, especially after his many losses. Uzor, as Rogba, pulled a little more heartstrings with his distraught disposition at the kidnap of his daughter, but Tina Mba's dilemma when her son, Voke, sought her help to save the woman he loved, quite possibly, snatched the plaque from Uzor's grip as far as emotion-laden performances go. The lady who plays Onajite (Uchechika), although present for a few scenes, had the most emotional range. Kalu Ikeagwu's performance as Tony, was also a decent highlight from this movie, he brought a sprinkle of humour to this Thriller.

That's enough for what worked. Let's move on to what did not work, for me, in this movie. The first thing that did not work was the dialogue; specifically, the use of language. The pidgin English was not well done, it did not sound like the actors were native speakers of the language most of the time. In fact, aside Onajite and maybe Rogba, everyone else who spoke pidgin here, sounded almost as bad as Ryan Reynolds did when he spoke Igbo in that X-Men movie. It just kept grating my ears. I don't know why the language did not flow as well, but yeah, it didn't work like I assume it was supposed to.


Another issue, how Voke's powers are gotten is not made very clear; yes, we see his mother soak him in some charmed water in the opening scene, but we don't learn how these powers come about; is it hereditary? Do you get it once you're soaked in that water? Is it a combination of both? We also don't learn what his powers really are, his mother mentions he is one of few people with more than 2 powers, but she doesn't state what these powers are. We see he can stop bullets and can't be pierced by normal harmful objects like a bullet and a knife, he can also tell when juju has been used, but there is no explicit mention of his exact powers. It can be overlooked because there is only so much depth a movie can sink into, but it would have been nice to have his powers clearly stated.

Another thing that served as a distraction for me was the aged makeup Voke had on, I don't know if it's because it was poorly done, or some other thing, but it just looked off everytime I saw him in it.


Also, that Lolu babe was not a very smart girl for the duration of that kidnap scene, because what do you mean they shot the man that had just saved you, and you just stood there, waiting for them to come and snatch you up? Leg no gree you run? What happened to your survival skills?

All in all, Suspicion was a very good watch. In a year when Nollywood has released so many underwhelming productions, Suspicion has truly taken this anchor leg of the race seriously and I appreciate this 90+ minutes screamer Tosin Igho has shot for the industry. The great thing about this movie, is that it has great potential for a sequel, and even for a series if they're up to it. The possibilities are endless, and I have great faith in Tosin Igho, to pull it off, if he does get around to making one of those.

Rating: 6.8/10

If you've watched this movie, what did you like about it and what didn't you like? If not, you should get on that Prime Video app and enjoy a good watch.

Maybe na me no watch the movie well
But, I got confused with the story line
One time them Dey fight for a kidnapped girl another minute voke Dey do spiritual things

I no just understand

Na 3/10 I go rate am
I no see the hype wey Una Dey give the movie

Yes na
That’s the problem

Since the time of my ancestors

CandyOps:
did the OP mention his wife or babe drinks when preggy? You're making inferences that wasn't suggested by the op. Stick to what he wrote and argue in that line. Don't make up random scenarios in your head. It makes your argument out of point

Is like head is paining you

So what is the OP talking about ?

Silentgroper:
do you waist whyne??



With your small bum bum 🥴

Dey there na, make pant Dey wear you

You think it’s by bum bum size?

Shakira get big bumbum?

Of course you are not weird
Until your kids get diagnosed of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

Left to me
I think , marriage is beautiful
Love is beautiful to experience

But if you are getting it hot hot( badly) from being married or ‘in love’ with someone that is stupid like this man , abeg leave

I mean why won’t anyone prioritise their own peace of mind ?
I find it silly though

Due to finances?
Or children?

I can’t understand sha, cos I’m still speaking from my comfort zone

But then again, leave if it’s not working for you

No go die because of marriage
Imagine, you break my bones and you still saying you love me. Amadioha strike your nyash

I am not
But what in the name of waist whining is flavour wearing that picture? Show me your back??

Why does all these rich men children especially the ones in Nigeria always look like bolor??

Na why all the girls Dey do bbl, eventually turning to peeps like nons miraj

Just to please guys

Una no well
If the girl collect the money
Na talk like’ Naija women and talk 5&6’
‘ Naija women and free money’

Wetin be the colour of Una problem?

Vinnie2000:
OP, if your story is true, then you were Fuccked by a Randy Ghost.

When you woke up, did you see Sperms in ur VeeJay?
Was your Veejay red and sore?

😏😏

ExceptionalCool:
Good evening, everyone!

I just found out that girls can have wet dreams as well. Let me explain, so it was on an early Tuesday morning. I was lying on my bed, and I felt a presence. I have always felt a presence, but this one was strong so to say, I started to feel all my blood flow to my sensitive feminine feature, and I woke up almost convulsing. Omo, na ghost give me orgasm or weting.

Hiaaaa
Abeg oo
No come Dey scare me o
I wan sleep

Thanks for reminding me
I need to add more waist beads to the ones I have already

I use it cos I love it
It’s sexy

Ringstonermasks:
nice because she is making my friends to laugh at me for not being able to call her during emergencies

You for marry police instead

Ringstonermasks:
My wife is an army officer. A lieutenant. But she is very reclusive and always love dodging any misgivings even concerning me



I had issues with someone months ago, i called a friend that was a Sergent in thesame barrack to help me out, my wife heard d issue later and was against it. It was a serious matter later on.

We even had issue with someone from our area , and she told me to call the Police and that it not in her place to interfere.

My boy was attacked by someone, he called her to report and my wife warned him to not try it again.

She wasn't like that until we got married. Somehow this thing is irritating me cos it depressing. I discussed it wit a friend from her rank that told me it was unusual that she was supposed to help me out.

Of course she is right
Why would you by pass police force to bring in a soldier
Na Una Dey spoil Nigeria

Because your wife Dey army any small kasala now you go wan use your wife to shine

Do the right thing
Don’t use your wife for your personal gain

And what is the job description of soldiers sef?

Sonofgod1990:
Go and ask ya grandfather

Are you high on sh!t?

I ask you?

XAUBulls:
It's NOT uncommon for children of world leaders to accompany their parents on foreign trips. It's infact the norm worldwide. Donald Trump travelled with Ivanka Trump and other family members during his first-term Presidency, the Bushs, Clintons, the Obamas, went on foreign trips whilst in office with their families. Justin Trudeau, the Canadian PM travels with his family too.

It's important to know that these foreign visits provide an opportunity for the children of Presidents to witness how diplomacy and cultural exchanges work... While assisting their parents in private emergency situations such as when at a forum in Saudi Arabia on how to combat extremism, Ivanka Trump had to stand in for her father when he got tired.

Donald Trump to bring adult children on UK state visit, reports say
=>https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2019/may/23/donald-trump-uk-state-visit-adult-children


Oh, that's impressive. It's indeed great to be multilingual as this helps anyone to take advantage of opportunities that exist in different linguistic and cultural environments. Even though your dad is Edo and mum from Anambra, I can affirm that high quality Yoruba guys (even those in the UK where you are) will get more attracted to you on the dating scene simply because you speak and write some Yoruba (this of course is predicted on other factors such as character and personal values).

It's the same with men in other linguistic groups worldwide who find women who speak their languages attractive. A French man would subconsciously find a lady from another culture and country who speaks some French intriguing. That's the way a significant number of men are subsconciously wired.

I'll ask you a more private question later on another thread.

Enjoy your day.

Ciao.

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Your affirmation no just enter

phatnelly:
Woman that has gone back to her husband. Akuko! Nobody should waste their pity on her oo.😔SMH

She went back?😲

The man Dey smell of kaikai
Or maybe the loose stool had seeped out and has decorated his body with its smell

Episode22:
Hello Nairalanders, I'm not here to brag, I just need advice before I get lost.

I have two relatives living abroad (UK), both are from my mothers side, same father and same mother...

Just few days ago, I was called and told that they are making plans to send me to the UK early next year to go and stay with my uncle and find something doing there... they already communicated with my uncle abroad, and they just wanted to surprise me.

I'm 29 years old now, I graduated from school last two years as a petroleum engineering. Though, I'm not doing any work for now. My girlfriend is pregnant for me, and I have not disclosed it to anybody yet.

But the truth is that my mind doesn't want to go, I'm not ready and I have told them. They have already started telling me this is a one time opportunity, and that if I miss it, I won't see it again, but I have made up my mind that I don't want to go.

I just can't leave my friends here, I just don't know but I can't..

I need advice,

Why should I go, when my self and my mind is not ready...

You are a mutula

Love800:
About that online one, why did you say so?

Too many bad experiences that usually end with me saying ‘ if I had known I would have gone to buy this from the shop/ store’
Too many what I ordered vs what I got
Not to talk of the money wasted
Never again

XAUBulls:
@ukaface

The young man (Seyi) is a well-traveled UK-trained lawyer, a media entrepreneur and he's a rich dude so he can afford to travel separately to France if he wanted to.

On the other hand, I didn't know you could speak and write some Yoruba, OR did you use Google Translate to do this magic? Although I remember reading somewhere some years back where you stated that your father is from Edo and mother from Anambra.

God Abeg
So this diary wey I get don make me popular laidiz??😂😂
And he decided to travel to France with his dad? Like it’s seeming like a family business, family vacation. What is the purpose of him going to France now?


I don’t need google translator to write Yoruba.

hammed71:
person username na silentgroper you still dey follow am argue lol

😤😭
I no even reason his username
God abeg

Free2Fly:
One bad incident is not enough to draw a conclusion on it.

I’ve had more than one bad incident to come to this conclusion, the experience that broke the camel’s back day before yesterday,was what led me to learning a lesson

Zonefree:
One harmattan period, I unplugged our evil fridge to plug this demonic boiler cos I been wan bath hot water. I ignorantly put hand inside the bucket of water to check if it's hot enough, na so this wicked boiler knack me for ground.

I stood up and unplugged the boiling ring and plug the fridge, na so the fridge also knack me for ground.

I was on the ground for over five minutes observing the fridge and the boiler. Na that day I conclude say na electric shock kill me for my former life.

😂😂🤣😂