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Nigeria’s Comic Republic Signs Production Deal “To Bring African Superheroes to the World” (Exclusive) By Scott Roxborough
The Vanguard
NIGERIA’S COMIC REPUBLIC, Africa’s largest publisher of independent comic books, has signed a production deal with Emagine Content and JackieBoy Entertainment to adapt its catalog of 12
July-August 2021
African superheroes for film and TV. Comic Republic publishes such African-based titles as Ireti, the story of a university student in Ibadan, Nigeria blessed with superpowers, Aje, a fantasy title inspired by Yoruba spirituality and mysticism, and The Vanguards, which focuses on an Avengers-style team of superheroes. Most of the publisher’s titles are rooted in traditional African mythology, folktales, and culture. The companies said the goal of the new venture will be to “portray a positive global influence of Africa and negate previous misconceptions.” “It’s a great time to be alive. We are in a world where diversity has taken center stage,” says Jide Martin, CEO of Comic Republic. “We are thrilled to be working with Emagine Content and Jackie Boy to bring our heroes and stories to the big screen but mostly because we get the chance to be a part of black history.” DAWN
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