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Tade Ogidan’s 2019 blockbuster, ‘Gold Statue’ has been acquired by global streaming platform, Netflix and confirmed for a June 1, 2021 premiere.

Written and directed by the veteran filmmaker, the movie warmed its way into the hearts of Nollywood film lovers for its gripping story and star-studded cast.

Reportedly scripted by Ogidan in 1991, the film follows the adventures of two young men who go in search of a treasure gold statue. ‘Gold Statue’ launched Ogidan’s Nollywood comeback following an eight-year hiatus.

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Actors Gabriel Afolayan and Kunle Remi starred in lead roles with Sola Sobowale, Richard Mofe Damijo, Norbert Young, Alibaba Akpobome, Segun Arinze, Kelvin Ikeduba, Kunle Fawole, Yvonne Jegede, Bisola Aiyeola and Rycardo Agbor in supporting roles.