Osamede

Ivie Okujaye Celebrates ‘Osamede’ as the “Happiest Call of My Career” After Facing Near Defeat
While enjoying a simple meal of noodles and eggs, Ivie Okujaye’s phone suddenly rang. On the other end was James Omokwe, offering her the lead...

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3 hours ago3 hours ago

While enjoying a simple meal of noodles and eggs, Ivie Okujaye’s phone suddenly rang. On the other end was James Omokwe, offering her the lead role in his upcoming Benin-themed film, Osamede. “That call was the most joyful moment of my career,” she recalls. “It caught me completely off guard. I hadn’t heard any buzz...

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Inside MBO Capital’s Bet on ‘Osamede’: Folajimi Alli-Balogun Reveals What Makes a Film Investment Worthwhile
As the film ‘Osamede’ prepares for its October 17 cinema debut, Folajimi Alli-Balogun, Assistant Vice President at MBO Capital, shares insights into why the investment...

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4 days ago4 days ago

As the film ‘Osamede’ prepares for its October 17 cinema debut, Folajimi Alli-Balogun, Assistant Vice President at MBO Capital, shares insights into why the investment firm chose to support this Benin cultural epic, adapted from a celebrated stage production. He also outlines the unique artistic and cultural significance of the film, alongside the critical criteria...

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Osamede’: Moses Babatope Champions Edo Heritage and Pride as the Key to Unstoppable Success
While attending the Toronto International Film Festival as a member of the advisory board for the 2026 content market, Moses Babatope was already envisioning opportunities...

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1 week ago1 week ago

While attending the Toronto International Film Festival as a member of the advisory board for the 2026 content market, Moses Babatope was already envisioning opportunities beyond the glitz of the event. “Our focus remains on discovering new channels to distribute and globally monetize our content,” he shared with Nollywire. This forward-thinking mindset is precisely why...

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After 12 Years Away, Director James Omokwe Makes a Triumphant Return to Cinema with ‘Osamede
Over a decade ago, James Omokwe made his debut in Nigerian cinema with the supernatural thriller ‘Awakening’. Despite his youthful enthusiasm, the film struggled at...

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Over a decade ago, James Omokwe made his debut in Nigerian cinema with the supernatural thriller ‘Awakening’. Despite his youthful enthusiasm, the film struggled at the box office due to a limited budget and minimal marketing, ultimately leaving him financially strained and uncertain about his future. Reflecting on that experience, Omokwe admits, “I was inexperienced...

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Osamede’ Ignites a Bold New Era of Diverse and Epic Storytelling in Nollywood
Nollywood’s historical films have traditionally drawn heavily from Yoruba myths and folklore, creating a familiar narrative terrain for

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3 weeks ago3 weeks ago

Nollywood’s historical films have traditionally drawn heavily from Yoruba myths and folklore, creating a familiar narrative terrain for

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