‎Femi Branch, Justin Ben Speak On ‘The Night Of June 7’ Movie 

‎Actors in the movie ‘The Night of June 7th’ have shared their experience acting in the true-life story at the ‘Apo Six’ event.

‎The Night of June 7th, which will begin showing in cinemas nationwide from Friday, August 28, 2026.

‎According to Femi Branch Osunkoya, who played the character of Officer James in the film, it is a must-watch.

‎”It is very important that when things like this happen, we should not sweep them under the carpet,” he said of the importance of The Night of June 7th.

‎”These young men and women, their story needs to be told.

‎”It’s very important that you come out and see this film, mostly because we cannot afford to forget,” he added.

‎Also, Justin Ben, who played the role of Chika, spoke about his experience in interpreting his role in the movie.

‎”One of my favourite things as an actor is depicting real life,” Justin Ben said, explaining why he agreed to play the role.

‎”It was challenging for me because this is actually the story of someone who has lived, not fictional.”

‎He added that he also played the role “to be a voice” for the voiceless.

‎Justin went on to challenge Nigerians to share their positive and negative police stories so everyone can learn from them.

‎The Night of June 7th stars Femi Branch,  Ali Nuhu,  Gideon Okeke,  Charles Lenny,  and more.

‎The movie, written and produced by Linda Ikeji and directed by Toka Mcbaror, dramatises the true, tragic story of the “Apo Six”—five young traders and a female friend who were extrajudicially killed by police officers in Abuja on June 7, 2005.

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