Kannywood-ban; ‘stepping stone’ – Rahama Sadau

Rahama Sadau in a recent interview sees her expulsion from Kannywood as a “stepping stone” which brought her series of great opportunities. She believes that “We have similar problems and are facing similar situations because at some point, they have to accept you and appreciate what you’re doing.” “Well, it’s a stepping stone, I am […]

Rahama Sadau in a recent interview sees her expulsion from Kannywood as a “stepping stone” which brought her series of great opportunities.

She believes that “We have similar problems and are facing similar situations because at some point, they have to accept you and appreciate what you’re doing.”

“Well, it’s a stepping stone, I am grateful because it has opened a lot of doors because a lot of people didn’t know me until the ban happened. It’s not something good but I think it was just meant to be.” She said.

Recall that Sadau was expelled for hugging ClassiQ in a music video, termed to be “immoral” by the Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MOPPAN)

She seems to be on the spotlight in Nollywood, where she has featured in several productions including, The Light Will Come, Super Story, Sons of the Caliphate and recently, and the yet unreleased movie The Accidental Spy, with Ramsey Nouah

In her defense on the music video that resulted to her ban, Sadau said: “I think your religion and faith is between you and God. I grew up as a northern lady, I know my limitations and I know what I can do as a northerner and a Muslim. What I did should be at the liberty of the artist who shouldn’t be banned.”

While speaking to Guardian, she revealed that she turned down a lesbian role because of where she comes from and her religion.

“I was asked to play a lesbian and I just felt a side of Rahama that couldn’t do it.

“Yes I have my limitations like I said, there are certain things I wouldn’t do because of where I come from and the religion I stand for. If I show that I am ignorant of things, I have family and I know what the people in the north are capable of, that’s why I am being careful.”  She said.

Recall that her expulsion from last year sprung up mixed reactions as many criticized her while many sympathized with her. However Sadau sees herself in future to be like Angelina Jolie with Priyanka Chopra as her role model.