Omo Ghetto (English translation: Child of the Ghetto) is a 2010 Nigerian crime comedy drama film directed by Abiodun Olarenwaju, starring Funke Akindele, Bimbo Thomas, Ireti Osayemi, Esther Kalejaiye and Eniola Badmus.
Synopsis The film is based on the societal vices by a women-dominated gang. It showcases family, crime and sisterhood.
Reception Olusegun Michael for Modern Ghana praised the plot, casting, theme and interpretation of roles in the film, describing it as a "didactic, entertaining and revealing" film. In 2017, Azeezat Kareem for Encomium Magazine listed Omo Ghetto as one of two films that brought Eniola Badmus to major limelight in the Nigerian film industry. It was also included in Legit.ng five "most memorable" films of Funke Akindele.
Cast Funke Akindele as Lefty and Ayomide Bimbo Thomas as Nicky Eniola Badmus as Busty Esther Kalejaiye Omo Joibo Ireti Osayemi as Skoda Adebayo Salami as Baba Onibaba Taiwo Ibikunle as Yanju Bisi Ladegan as Jibike Peju Ogunmola as Ayomide's Mother Rachel Oniga as Yanju's Mother Taiwo Hassan as DPO Yinka Quadri as Yanju's Father Ronke Ojo Lanre Oropo as Lawyer
Release The film had its premiere at the Exhibition Hall, National Arts Theatre, Iganmu on October 24, 2010.
Sequel The sequel of the film titled Omo Ghetto: The Saga was released on 25 December 2020.
See also List of Nigerian films
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