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They were young, their lives were just starting… The Night of June 7th tells their story

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May 19, 2026

Kingsley Igwe

On the Night of June 7th, six young friends were mowed down in their prime by the Nigerian police.

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Their tragic story shook the nation and they became known as the Apo Six.

Now, 21 years later, a movie inspired by their story is about to take the movie industry by storm.

Don’t be left out. Prepare to see the film, The Night of June 7th, when it is released this June.

It stars Femi Branch, Ali Nuhu, Gideon Okeke, and Charles Lenny.

The film is written and produced by Linda Ikeji and directed by Toka Mcbaror.

See teaser below.

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