Fans question casting of Idris Elba as Okonkwo, comparing him to legendary actor Pete Edochie.
Nigerians have taken to social media to express their disapproval of Idris Elba being cast as Okonkwo in a new TV adaptation of Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart.
Fans of the novel and film remember Pete Edochie's iconic portrayal of Okonkwo in the original movie and are wondering why the legendary actor isn't reprising the role.
One X user humorously questioned, "How oyinbo man wan take speak Igbo?" as debates on authenticity and representation continue.
Nigerians voice their dis@greement as English actor, Idris Elba, is set to portray Okonkwo, the protagonist in Chinua Achebe’s classic novel, Things Fall Apart, in a new TV series.
Legendary actor, Pete Edochie was the lead actor in the original movie and fans are asking why he can't reprise his role.
"How oyinbo man wan take speak Igbo?" An X user commented.
