A Nigerian refugee struggles to integrate into Australian society after escaping the clutches of Boko Haram, until he meets a woman who opens her home, and ultimately her heart, to him.
Akoni is of 1 hour(s) and 34 minute(s). It is Produced By: One Love Films. It was released on 2021-10-07.
Genres: Drama
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