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This book is a true-life story of Chief Chika Okpala a.k.a Zebrudaya. It is indeed a reflective account of the fascinating life and impactful professional work of Nigeria's foremost comedian and comic actor. His brilliant use of a unique language which he patented and refined, as well as his flair for spontaneous deployment of satire, mark him out as a true legend. His national and international awards/ honours are quite impressive. But Chika Okpala is not only a comedian extraordinaire. His portrait is also that of a loving family man. Doubtless, this book will inspire many in and outside the creative, performing and TV broadcasting sector. This book not only shines the light on creativity and family values but also uplifts us with the clear message that we still have great role models, Chika Okpala being one of them. The book periscopes his formative years, early education, and maturation into adulthood, showing how his parentage, family background and other experiences shaped his emergence as a comedic force and fueled his rise to fame. Chika Okpala's memories of and reflections on the Nigeria-Biafra war mark his journey into the world of acting during and after the war. The book also touches on James Iroha, the man who conceived the long-running Masquerade series and played a key role in the making of Chief Zebrudaya. The reader will be afforded a glance into the history of Nigeria's film industry and the evolution of Nollywood As a first-born in a family of six, Alexander Nkwere Iheke (Opiegbe) plays the role of a bridge to future generations. Passionate to play a role in the preservation of Igbo language, tradition and culture, Iheke is the publisher of Merchants of Success, Igbo Basics for Beginners in America and Mazi Ukonu: Journey from Medicine to Theater Art. Iheke is also publisher of Igbobasics.com and BasicsExpress.com amongst others. In the aftermath of the Nigeria-Biafra War, citizens had to find a path back to normal life. Comedy arose as a tool to offer solace and calm people's frayed nerves. Enter Chief Chika Okpala with his storied New Masquerade comedy show. Mazi Ukonu, a celebrated broadcaster, became the bridge between Iheke the author and Okpala the co-author of this book, The Man and Legend of New Masquerade, Chief Zebrudaya Okoroigwe Nwogbo Alias 4:30. This fascinating work will entertain and inform any reader. As Zebrudaya would say, ""Ka Chineke mezie okwu.

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