The Trade (2023 film)

Nigerian film directed by Jadesola Osiberu

The Trade is a gripping Nigerian crime drama film directed by Jadesola Osiberu. Released in Nigeria on January 13, 2023, the movie draws inspiration from true events and delves into the dark world of kidnapping, cunning, and the relentless pursuit of justice.[1][2][3][4][5]

## Synopsis

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The film revolves around an elusive kidnapper known only by the name Eric, who has terrorized communities in the southern part of Nigeria for over a decade. His reign of fear leaves victims and their families traumatized. However, when he takes on a job that brings the law closer than ever before, the stakes escalate dramatically.[6][7]

## Cast

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* Rita Dominic as Doris
* Blossom Chukwujekwu as Eric
* Gideon Okeke as Spark
* Nengi Adoki as Nneka
* Chiwetalu Agu as Kidnap Driver
* Shawn Faqua as Charles
* Wale Iruobe as Chidinma
* Ali Nuhu as Bukar
* Stan Nze as Meshach
* Gregory Ojefua as Ebuka
* Kelechi Udegbe
* Lami George as Amina
* Denola Grey as Victim
* Mercy Aigbe as Victim's Mum
* Franca Brown as Victim's wife
* Stephanie Isuma as Caro
* Uru Eke as Blessing
* Yemi Solade as Shotunbo
* Chidi Okeke as Uche
* Sidney Esiri as Ekene
* Chris Iheuwa as Doris' Husband

## References

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1. ^ "Jade Osiberu announces new movie, 'Nigerian Trade'". The Nations.
2. ^ "The Trade | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved 2024-03-03.
3. ^ Nigeria, Meiza (2023-05-10). "'The Trade' movie by Jade Osiberu unmasks the notoriety of kidnapping – Meiza". meiza.ng. Retrieved 2024-03-03.
4. ^ ""The Trade" Review: Jade Osiberu Serves Thrills in this True Crime-Inspired Hidden Gem - Afrocritik". 2023-03-29. Retrieved 2024-03-03.
5. ^ Oladotun, Shola-Adido (2023-04-15). "MOVIE REVIEW: The Trade: Blossom Chukwujekwu is ruthless in this poignant tale of kidnappings in Nigeria". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-03-03.
6. ^ Oshin, Sheriff (2023-01-10). "Jade Osiberu's Star-studded Crime Drama, 'The Trade' Gets Cinema Release Date". ENTERTAINMENT — WITHIN NIGERIA. Retrieved 2024-03-03.
7. ^ Adedayo, Adedamola (2023-04-03). "Review: Jadesola Osiberu's "The Trade" (2023) Is An Appetiser To "Gangs of Lagos"". The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014.). Retrieved 2024-03-03.

## External links

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* The Trade at IMDb