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10 Thoughts I Had While Watching The Firstborn

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Some movies exist purely to entertain. others tell deep personal stories. As a firstborn myself, I can relate to this movie in many ways. From the sacrifices to the silent struggles, it felt like watching my daily life unfold on screen. Here are 10 thoughts that ran through my mind while watching this emotional rollercoaster.

1. Firstborns don’t talk enough about how hard it is
From the very first scene, with Oma and Ebuka washing plates under the rain while Oma’s voiceover spoke about the weight of being the firstborn, it felt so real. We take care of everyone and often forget ourselves in the process.

2. Mercy Johnson was made for this role

Ebuka and Oma

She didn’t just act Oma. She was Oma. The way she portrayed pain, love, pride for her brother Ebuka was as if she had passed through something like that in reality. Even moments when she was just sitting silently with a drink, from her eyes, you could tell she had been through a lot and there’s this loneliness quietly creeping in.

3. When did we start thinking struggle is normal
Oma sacrificed her entire life, and somehow society has made it look normal, like that’s how it’s meant to be. We’ve normalized putting our lives on hold for others so much that when someone like Oma breaks down, we don’t even see it as a red flag.

4. I love Bimbo — she’s that friend we all need

Bimbo and Oma

Every time Bimbo took that drink from Oma’s hand, it made me smile, those were the scenes I loved the most. She did it with humor and warmth without disregarding the level of Oma’s pain. Bimbo made me realize how important it is to have someone looking out for you, even when you’re pretending to be fine.

5. Ebuka’s job hunt is every Nigerian graduate’s story
First class graduate with an NYSC certificate and still no job? I felt his frustration deeply. It’s sad that after spending almost half of your life passing through school struggles and coming out successful only to find out that brilliance doesn’t always translate into opportunity in this country. That scene where Oma talked to her customer about Ebuka’s struggle and he got him the job just proved that everything is connection, you have to know somebody. To get a good job by just relying on your certificate, it’s by the grace of God.

6. Julia and Shirley gave off “bad energy”
I knew trouble was brewing the minute Shirley shot Oma a look of disgust and called her “wretched-looking.” Julia’s sudden change in attitude right after made my blood boil. Sometimes, the real threat to peace at home isn’t your partner — it’s the people whispering in their ear.

7. The weight of loneliness can kill you
When Oma collapsed, my heart sank. When the doctor said it was emotional trauma and loneliness, I wasn’t even surprised. It reminded me how many strong people are slowly dying inside while smiling and pretending to be okay.

8. Ebuka choosing his wife over his sister broke me
Even though I understood it, that moment when he shouted at Oma shocked me. I felt disappointed. She gave up her life for him, and all she wanted was a little space in the new world she had helped him build. I was livid.

9. That proposal at the hospital came too late

Oma on her sickbed

When the old customer finally confessed his love, I almost cried. Finally after all the pain, she finally had someone who saw her and she didn’t live to enjoy it. Life really isn’t fair sometimes.

10. We need to appreciate our firstborns more
Oma’s story made me want to hug every firstborn I know. We often carry too much, and we act like it’s fine when deep down we know it’s slowly eating us. This movie reminded me that while being strong is great, but what’s the point when the cost you pay is with your life.

Final Thoughts
This is to every first child out there, it’s okay to be selfish at times, so someone won’t end up eating the fruit of your labor.

Put yourself first and you’ll see there’s always plenty of room for your siblings.
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Mothers of Chibok Movie Trailer Review

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The Mothers of Chibok trailer focuses on the daily lives of women from Chibok, showing how they continue to navigate life years after the 2014 mass kidnapping of schoolgirls. It captures their routines, walking through village paths, planting crops, and attending to children, and does so with a clarity that avoids sensationalism.

Directed by Joel Kachi Benson, known for his Emmy-winning Madu and Venice-recognized Daughters of Chibok, the film moves beyond headlines and protests. It shows what happens after the media attention fades, portraying the women as active participants in their own lives rather than passive victims.

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The trailer does not rely on dramatic music or staged sequences. Instead, it records ordinary actions with careful observation: negotiating land, calculating school fees, and interacting with neighbors. These moments communicate resilience and determination through action rather than commentary. By showing community life alongside personal struggle, the trailer emphasizes that survival is not just a private challenge but a shared one.

Mothers of Chibok tells a story that extends beyond the initial tragedy. The documentary follows women as they work to provide for and educate their children, highlighting the long-term effects of the kidnappings on families and communities. Daily routines, farming, managing market activities, and caring for children, are depicted as essential acts of persistence, illustrating the realities of life long after the headlines have passed.

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Visually, the trailer is grounded. Natural light and open spaces dominate, with long takes of women walking across fields and close-ups of hands at work. Faces are captured looking beyond the camera, suggesting focus and thoughtfulness rather than performance. This approach allows viewers to engage with the women’s experiences directly, without manipulation or dramatization.

The trailer does not aim to provoke shock or pity. Instead, it presents life as it is, ongoing, demanding, and sometimes difficult, while highlighting the determination these women bring to everyday challenges. Mothers of Chibok encourages viewers to consider the long-term realities of survival and recovery.

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By centering ordinary acts and sustained effort, the trailer communicates a powerful message: these women are shaping their own futures, and their lives are defined not by a single event but by continuous resilience and action. For Nigerian audiences, the film promises a perspective that goes beyond headlines, offering insight into strength, community, and the work required to rebuild life after trauma.

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Toyin Abraham’s Over Sabi Aunty Crosses ₦1 Billion at the Box Office

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Toyin Abraham’s latest movie, Over Sabi Aunty, has crossed the ₦1 billion mark at the box office, highlighting the continued popularity of comedy dramas in Nigeria.

Everyone knows an “Over Sabi Aunty” that relative or neighbour who wouldn’t mind their business, talks too much, and always has an opinion and somehow thinks they know everything and is always right. She did a good job in turning this everyday character into a full story, mixing comedy, family drama and situations Nigerians see in their own lives.

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What makes this movie special is how realistic it feels. The humour comes naturally and the situations mirror our everyday life. From nosy relatives to family pressure and community gossip, the viewers can’t help it, but laugh, and shake their heads because it feels so familiar.

Toyin herself is the heart of the movie. Her performance is top tier and natural, balancing comedy and emotion in a way that keeps the audience hooked. The movie takes audiences on an entertaining journey full of laughs and relatable moments. The supporting cast also delivered, adding energy to the story.

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The dialogues feel real, like something you would hear at home, at work, at the marketplace or while hanging out with friends and family.

Crossing 1 Billion at the Box Office is no small joke, especially with ticket prices rising. Strong social media engagement and word-of-mouth contributed to the film’s sustained popularity establishing it as one of the year’s most successful releases.

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The film’s success show Abraham’s continued popularity, with audiences responding positively to her mix of comedy and relatable storytelling.

With this accomplishment, Toyin Abraham confirms her position as one of Nollywood’s most consistent Box Office appeal. Over Sabi Aunty ranks among the top-grossing Nollywood films to becoming a notable commercial success across Nigeria

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Susy Oludele Just Gave Braids a Whole New Meaning

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Susy Oludele has always been known for bold, creative hair work, and her latest braid design shows how far traditional braiding can be pushed into sculptural, three-dimensional territory. She created blonde braids shaped into stacked cubes, neatly arranged and styled on a model with albinism. Each cube is tight and aligned. The shapes are formed and anchored by slim, close-to-the-scalp braids.

Instead of lying flat or flowing, the braids stand upright, creating an architectural effect that requires extraordinary skill and control. It shows just how Susy can push braids into new shapes.

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Susy Oludele’s journey started in Nigeria at a young age. She is of Yoruba descent and began honing her craft on friends and family before taking her skills professionally. She founded hair by Susy and has built a reputation for turning braids into bold, memorable statements. She is widely recognised for her collaborations with Solange Knowles and Beyoncé, including the iconic “Lemonade” braids. She has also styled Zoë Kravitz, showing how she adapts traditional braiding techniques to modern looks.

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Her work is recognised for organic approach to styling, structure, and creativity, turning standard braids into memorable statements.

With these cube-stacked braids, Susy Oludele proves how creative braiding can be. believing that the most iconic looks come from vision and flow rather than strict trends.

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