Sam Dede Returns in 'Issakaba: The Return' Film
The Nollywood action classic 'Issakaba' is returning to cinemas 25 years after its original release, with a new installment titled 'Issakaba: The Return'. This film will feature veteran actor Sam Dede reprising his role as Ebube, alongside original cast member Chiwetalu Agu and other actors from the original film.
The storyline draws inspiration from the Bakassi Boys and their confrontations with crime in southeastern Nigeria. Directed by Lancelot Imasuen, who also directed the original film, 'Issakaba: The Return' aims to reflect Nigeria's current security challenges.
Imasuen stated that the film is not merely a revival but a recontextualization of the story for a new generation, addressing contemporary issues such as new forms of crime and security concerns. The film is set to open in cinemas nationwide on November 13, 2026.
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