Late Amaka Igwe inspired my ‘Man Pikin’ Sitcom- Chris Ihidero

Award-winning screenwriter and film producer, Chris Ihidero, has credited his success in the movie industry to the hands-on training he had with the legendary, late Amaka Igwe.

Ihidero who was lauded for producing the popular ‘Fuji House of Commotion’ sitcom, recently unveiled his new work, ‘Man Pikin’ that premieres 12th December 2021 on ROK, a DStv channel, in an interview with E-train said, his journey in the movie industry has made him a thorough movie producer and director, having started as a writer and columnist.

“I have come this far because I have ridden on the shoulder of giants. Amaka Igwe was one of the major giants on whose shoulders I rode to get to where I am, I was with her for eight years. She was my big sister, she was my friend, and she was my boss. She gave me everything. You know, I read her books; I sat at her feet with food between us learning filmmaking. She introduced me to people, gave me resources. In fact, that I am a producer today is because of her advice and guidance,” he said.

Speaking on the new sitcom, Ihidero said ‘Man Pikin’ is the story of a man’s daily struggles with raising his kids after his wife’s passing.

‘‘This is one of many to come. Man Pikin is my nod to Fuji House of Commotion, Nigeria’s longest-running and highly popular family comedy series I was privileged to direct for five years,” he added

The first season of Man Pikin features an impressive cast list, including Uche Odoputa, Olakunle Abounce Fawole, Ogechi Aniegboka and Nonso Ibiakwuma, as well as Amanda Iriekpen and King David Akpakwu, Crew credits include Grace Babasola, Chiemeka Osuagwu, Taiwo Adeleye, Wole Ajetomobi, Halima Bakenne and Chike Egwuaka. Ihidero is the executive producer and lead director.

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