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Okwechime Abdul

Died
2024-04-22
Occupation
Journalist, Music Promoter
Alma Mater
University of Lagos

Biography

EARLY LIFE

Okwechime Abdul was a student at the University of Lagos and lived in Fela's Kalakuta Republic during his first year. He started freelancing for Ophelia Magazine and then joined Sunday Times while still a student. He also learned music at King's College.

CAREER

Abdul Okwechime was a brilliant and award-winning journalist, known for his crime reporting. He worked for Sunday Times, The Guardian, and This Week, where he rose to become an assistant editor. He later transitioned into music promotion, founding Person to Person Ltd. He was instrumental in forming Femi Kuti's band, Positive Force, and collaborated with Alhaji Mohammed Dikko Yusuf to oppose Sani Abacha's regime. He produced Bigger Than Africa (2018) and Finding Fela (2014).

PERSONAL LIFE

Abdul Okwechime was a dear friend and worshipper at Fela Anikulapo's shrine, continuing his association with the Anikulapo Kuti family. He was described as full of life, exuberant, and joyous, prioritizing his art and contributing to Nigeria's democratic ideals.

Filmography

No filmography available for this person yet.

Box Office

Weekly Top Grossing
1

3 Cold Dishes

₦5,331,351.00

Week 51
2

Gingerrr

₦12,727,775.00

Week 47
3

Gingerrr

₦21,139,500.00

Week 46
4

The Herd

₦16,977,673.00

Week 46
5

3 Cold Dishes

₦15,261,240.00

Week 46

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