Netflix has announced that it is adding three new originals from notable Nigerian filmmakers to its growing slate.
The popular VOD platform disclosed this in a series of tweets published via its verified Nigerian handle @NetflixNaija on Monday.
According to celebrated global platform, its growing slate will include Kunle Afolayan’s much anticipated feature film, ‘Citation’; Kenneth Gyang-directed Òlòtūré; and Kemi Adetiba’s King of Boys 2.
Oloture is slated for release on Netflix on October 2, Citation on Nivember 6 while KOB2 will premiere early next year.
The tweets read:
“In her quest for justice, she will do whatever it takes. #Oloture, coming October 2nd.
“Finally; @kemiadetiba’s King of Boys 2 (#KOB2), IS COMING TO NETFLIX in 2021! It features returning stars @SolaSobowaleTKV, @IamReminisce, @iLLBlissGoretti & @IamToniTones, and adds @RMofeDamijo, @NseIkpeEtim & @IamEFAIwara. We told you we got BIG news for you. As you were 👑
“The highly anticipated @kunleafolayan film, Citation, launches globally on November 6, exclusively on Netflix. The film stars @haitianhero, @gabbylucciii, Ini Edo, @jokesilva, @adjeteygh and introduces newcomer @TemiOtedola!”
The streaming giant also disclosed that it would soon unveil a young adult series about a gifted teen who gets a scholarship to Nigeria’s top school.
“It’s an @InkblotPresents production, created by @IamSnazz @DamiElebe, & starring @funkeakindele. Casting will be announced soon!” it added