LUGARD (2021)

Category: Nigerian Movies

"Lugard" is a 2021 Nigerian thriller directed by Tunde Olaoye, featuring a talented ensemble cast including Gabriel Afolayan, Kehinde Bankole, Omowunmi Dada, and Kalu Ikeagwu. The film delves into the dark world of university cultism, exploring themes of intelligence, manipulation, and the consequences of violence.

Plot Summary:

The narrative centers on an intelligent new university student, Lugard (Quadri Qidad), whose exceptional intellect draws the attention of a secretive cult on campus. Recognizing his potential, the cult forcibly recruits him, leveraging his cognitive prowess for their clandestine activities.

Lugard's initiation takes a perilous turn when his first assignment results in the death of a rival cult leader. This incident sets off a chain reaction, placing Lugard in the crosshairs of vengeance from the deceased leader's faction. As tensions escalate, Lugard finds himself entangled in a web of violence and retribution, jeopardizing his academic pursuits and personal safety.

Throughout the film, Lugard grapples with the moral complexities of his involvement, seeking a path to extricate himself from the dangerous underworld of campus cults. His journey underscores the broader societal issues surrounding youth, peer pressure, and the allure of power within academic institutions.

Cast:

Gabriel Afolayan as Little

Kehinde Bankole as Mary

Omowunmi Dada as Matilda

Kalu Ikeagwu as Physical

Quadri Qidad as Lugard

Zack Orji as V.C.

Norbert Young as Prof. Lambo

Chinyere Wilfred as Consul Francis Mama


"Lugard" premiered on August 22, 2021, and was subsequently released in Nigerian cinemas on August 27, 2021. The film has been praised for its gripping portrayal of the consequences of cultism in Nigerian universities, offering a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking.

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