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TV tonight: an essential film about the story of Damilola Taylor

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What happened

John Boyega, who was friends with Damilola, speaks in this moving programme.

Plus: David Harewood’s superb new legal drama.

Here’s what to watch this evening 9pm, BBC Two It’s been 26 years since 10-year-old Damilola Taylor was killed by teenagers.

Key facts

  • Here’s what to watch this evening 9pm, BBC Two It’s been 26 years since 10-year-old Damilola Taylor was killed by teenagers.
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:15:47 UTC.

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