Nollywood action thriller Issakaba: The Return has returned to cinemas nationwide, 25 years after the release of the original film.
The director, Lancelot Imasuen, announced the cinema release in an Instagram post on Friday, describing the sequel as the return of a legend and urging movie lovers to watch it on the big screen.
The sequel sees veteran actor Sam Dede reprise his role as Ebube, leader of the Issakaba Boys, alongside a new generation of Nollywood actors.
Other cast members include Chidi Mokeme, Iyabo Ojo, Regina Daniels, Chiwetalu Agu, Alex Osifo, Charles Okafor, Nosa Rex and Mark Angel.
Directed by Imasuen, who also directed the original production, the film revisits the story of the fictional vigilante group against the backdrop of contemporary Nigerian society.
The original Issakaba, released in 2001, was inspired by the activities of the Bakassi Boys, a vigilante group that emerged in south-eastern Nigeria to tackle criminal activities.
Distributed by Blue Pictures, Issakaba: The Return brings together familiar faces from the original franchise and newer Nollywood performers, marking the revival of one of the industry’s notable action film series.