Nigerian Rapper, Ogunmefun Olanrewaju, professionally known as Vector, has described the ‘Gangs of Lagos’ movie, produced and directed by Kemi Akindoju and Jade Osiberu as a disrespect to Eyo.
The Rapper via his Instagram page said Eyo does mean what the film portrayed it to look like.
Recall that the movie which was released recently revolves around a group of friends in the Isale Eko area of Lagos, Nigeria whose lives have been revolving around crime and violence.
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Vector wrote: “I was born at the Onikan health center, lafiaji, Lagos island and all I have seen during the Eyo festival every time they’re out is, they stop by at ours and prayed wishing prosperity for my family.
“Most of our friends like the Olugbani’s who are direct Eyo Ologede gatekeepers (@hypeengine_mcbalo) are not gun shooting criminals using culture as a disguise. As teenagers, I’ve had friends (underneath the regalia) chase me with the staff (Opambata) because I knew they would take advantage and show me shege lol.
“My idea of what the Bajulaiye is totally different from murderous criminality. Going by what the term gang means, it is disrespectful to define the Eyo in the same light.
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“In light of what I have experienced about Eyo, I wish prosperity to the hands that have labored although the movie would still be good without referring to Eyo as a (criminal) “gang” in lagos. There is a reason they say “mo yo fun e, mo yo fun araa mi” in English, rejoicing with you, Is rejoicing with myself. Eyo is not a criminal organization.”
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