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Olugbemi. Adeyinka Ogunleye
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In Conversation With Richard Mofe-Damijo: Why ‘Radio Voice’ Is His Most Personal Project Yet
Richard Mofe–Damijo has spent decades as one of Nollywood’s most recognisable faces. From his breakout role as Segun Kadiri in the 90s soap opera ‘Checkmate’ to his commanding presence in an ever-expanding catalogue of films, he has built a career defined by versatility, longevity, and a quiet kind of magnetism. He’s played everything from the suave romantic lead to the flawed patriarch, each role a careful balance of charisma and depth.
His contributions to Nigerian cinema were officially recognised last year when he received the Industry Merit Award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, a moment that felt less like a coronation and more like an inevitable acknowledgment of his influence. RMD, as he’s widely known, is a name that carries weight. A presence that hardly requires an introduction in Nollywood.
But now, for the first time, the actor is stepping behind the camera, taking on the role of executive producer for his upcoming film, ‘Radio Voice.’ It’s a shift he speaks about with both excitement and a degree of reverence.
“For years, I’ve had the privilege of bringing powerful stories to life in front of the camera. But this time, it’s different. Embracing this role as producer, I got to tell a story that had lived in me for so long… Radio Voice is one of those stories,” he says.
The film, a drama steeped in themes of redemption and second chances, follows a sex worker who unexpectedly becomes the saving grace of a struggling radio station. But just as she begins to carve out a new life, the ghosts of her past reappear, forcing her to confront the choices that brought her there. It’s a story of reinvention, of survival, of the ways in which people attempt to rewrite their narratives while the world insists on reminding them who they once were.
“It’s new, it’s thrilling, and if I’m being honest, a little daunting, but isn’t that what makes the journey worth it?” RMD reflects.
For RMD, Radio Voice is a creative evolution, a chance to shape a project not just as an actor but as a storyteller with a vision. And with a cast that includes Nancy Isime, Deyemi Okanlawon, and more, the film is already shaping up to be one of Nollywood’s most anticipated releases.
In conversation, Mofe-Damijo speaks about stepping into this new role and what ‘Radio Voice’ represents.
More: https://www.bellanaija.com/2025/04/rmd-radio-voice-executive-producer/
