In an era when females are beginning to take leadership positions in politics in both the international and the local scenes, EbonyLife TV has taken it upon itself to give women a voice in politics with it’s latest sitcom, The Governor.
Shot in Tinapa, Calabar, the intriguing drama series follows the life of Angela Ochello, the first female governor of Savannah State, who has to navigate the murky waters of dirty politicking and gender discrimination.
In a meet and greet with the casts of the political drama held last Friday at Ikoyi, veteran actor, Kunle Coker, one of the lead casts described the show as an interesting depiction of world politics.
“It was interesting playing the role of Senator Briggs. The Governor does not relate to any known politics. We just wanted to give the core of what political situation is in any part of the world. My stay on the set was a wow experience. I really enjoyed playing Senator Briggs. In all, I would say it was a wonderful production. Just like the cast, we want to tell a story in harmony. The production crew was fantastic. It was like we were a part of a big family,” he said.
A world of power play, Ochello, once a Deputy Governor, finds herself suddenly entangled in a web of political intrigue after the untimely death of the incumbent Governor.
The Governor will take constituents and citizens alike through the shadowy often gruesome corridors of power and promises to be packed with lots of intrigue, drama and sometimes humour, says the producers.
After being sworn in as Governor, Angela and her family move into government House. While her family adjusts to Government House protocol, Angela rolls up her sleeves and takes on her new position with gusto. She proves to the executive council members that she is capable of getting the job done.
The Governor stars Caroline Chikezie (Angela Ochello), Bimbo Manuel (David Ochello), Baaj Adebule (Carl Bello), Simi Adejumo (Ify Ochello), Samuel Robinson (Tofu Ochello) Taiwo Obileye (Chief Momoh-Alli), Jude Chukwuka (Chief Sobifa Thompson), as well as Kunle Coker who plays Senator Briggs.
