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With an outspoken frenemy and unknown enemies. Osoronga is the story of a young man who is told he will be killed in 21 days by witches. Everywhere he turned to for help advise the same thing...Run Run Run for your life. Sometimes, you never know where battles stem from. Sometimes, loved ones take your battles on your behalf, they go finding revenge on your behalf without knowing full details of issues. With Voices in his head, strange appearances in his mind, frustration and suicide thoughts envelopes him. With a praying mum and fortification from the underworld, victory seems to be near.... Let me stop here to avoid spilling it all out.

I really enjoyed Osoronga. Sure, the storyline might seem regular/ordinary at first glance, but the way it was told made all the difference. Ibrahim truly did something fresh with this one. The plot took unexpected turns-it wasn't the predictable ride I assumed it would be.

What really struck me is how the movie dives into the idea that not all battles we fight are ours alone. Sometimes, our loved ones quietly take on our battles/struggles on our behalf, trying to help or find solutions without fully understanding the risks involved and the full extent of the consequences. And with a praying mother and protection from the spiritual realm, victory feels close... but I'll stop here before I give too much away.

Shout-out to CinemaPointer, one of Nigeria's well-known Nollywood critics-I actually wish they'd take all the energy they used in reviewing this movie and put it into making one themselves. I'd love to see that! Meanwhile, I was watching Osoronga and literally whispering prayers to myself. That's how deeply it hit. Emotional, unexpected and definitely not a waste of time.