Okonkwo
7 Oct
The gaming industry in Nigeria is set to receive a major boost as a member representing the Idemili North/Idemili South Federal Constituency of Anambra State, Uchenna Harris Okonkwo has reaffirmed his commitment to work for the establishment of a regulatory framework that will support indigenous businesses in the sector. The legislator pledged to collaborate with…
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British actor Idris Elba is set to portray Okonkwo, the protagonist of Chinua Achebe’s iconic novel Things Fall Apart, in a new TV series adaptation by American entertainment company A24. Elba, known for his roles in Thor, The Suicide Squad, and Beasts of No Nation, will also serve as the series' producer. The series, still…
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