Play Network Studios and Native Media TV’s latest historical crime thriller, Hijack ’93, has captivated Netflix viewers worldwide, amassing over 10.6 million watch hours and securing the third spot on Netflix’s Global Chart since its release on October 25, 2024. With over 7 million views, the film’s gripping storyline brings to life a powerful chapter in Nigerian history.
A Story of Protest and Bravery
Based on real events from October 25, 1993, Hijack ’93 dramatizes the courageous actions of four Nigerian teenagers Richard Ogunderu, Kabir Adenuga, Benneth Oluwadaisi, and Kenny Rasaq-Lawal who hijacked a Nigerian Airways plane as a protest against the annulled June 12 elections. The young men redirected the flight, originally en route to Abuja from Lagos, to the Niger Republic, demanding the government recognize MKO Abiola as the legitimate president.
Star-Studded Cast and First-Hand Accounts
Featuring a talented cast that includes Jemima Osunde, Nancy Isime, John Dumelo, Efa Iwara, and Sani Muazu, the film blends drama and realism. Producer Charles Okpaleke announced the project in 2021, emphasizing the inclusion of first-hand accounts, bringing authenticity to the portrayal of this daring act of protest.
Building on the success of other Play Network releases, Hijack ’93 has become an international sensation, joining the ranks of Blood Vessel and Glamour Girls and solidifying Nigerian cinema’s growing influence on a global stage.
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