Check out the first-look at Dimeji Ajibola's 'Shanty Town'

Precious 'Mamazeus' Nwogu 14:03 - 27 October 2021

Chidi Mokeme as Scar in 'Shanty Town'

Originally a feature film, the new thriller has now been confirmed as a series.

'Ratnik' director Dimeji Ajibola has unveiled a first-look teaser at his forthcoming crime thriller series 'Shanty Town'.

The filmmaker shared the video with the caption "SHANTY TOWN is coming! Are you ready?Today, we are celebrating the CAST & CREW for being part of our journey . We are grateful !!”

Recall production kicked off for the project in May 2021 with a star-studded cast including Chidi Mokeme who reportedly stars in the lead role as Scar alongside Richard Mofe-Damijo, Ini Edo, Uche Jombo, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Shaffy Bello, Sola Sobowale, Chidi Mokeme, Zubby Micheal, Toyin Abraham, Nancy Isime, Lilian Afe, Paul Mr P Okoye, Regina Daniel, Ali Nuhu, Slimcase and BBNaija Mercy Eke.

While plot details are still under wraps, it is confirmed that the project will now be released as a seven-episode series with talks already underway with streaming platforms.

'Shanty Town' is scripted by Xavier Ighorodje and Donald Tombia, produced by Chinenye Nworah with cinematography by Jonathan Kovel.