[MOVIE REVIEW] Efunroye: The Unicorn, Segilola: The Villain, other movies to see

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Efunroye: The Unicorn

 

Synopsis

Efunroye: The Unicorn is a 2026 Nollywood historical epic, produced by and starring Faithia Williams, which chronicles the life of Madam Efunroye Tinubu, a powerful 19th-century merchant and kingmaker in Yorubaland. The film depicts her rise from a trader near Abeokuta to a dominant political and economic force in Lagos, covering her marriage to an exiled Oba and her resistance against British colonial influence.

 01 hours 54 minutes
  •  Faithia Williams, Femi Adebayo, Ibrahim Yekini (Itele), Layi Wasabi, Mercy Aigbe, Odunlade Adekola
  •  Abbey Lanre, Adebayo Tijani, Tope Adebayo Salami
  •  Drama, Epic, Nollywood,
  •  May 1, 2026
  • Yoruba,

 

 

 

Segilola: The Villain

Synopsis

A ruthless wealthy villain, Segilola, sets her sights on a wealthy powerful man for a petty personal grudge of fame because he is a stranger in that village (Aare), unleashing a wave of destruction that engulfs not only him but the entire village threatening the king and the community’s very survival. As chaos spreads, the villagers are left wondering, who will rise to challenge Segilola’s merciless grip?

01 hours 57 minutes
  •  9ice ( Akande Abolore Adegbola), Antar Laniyan, Bimbo Akintola, Faith Williams, Fali Werepe, Funmilayo Omikunle, Ibrahim Chatta, Odunlade Adekola, Toyosi Adesanya
  •  Muhydeen S. Ayinde
  •  Drama, Epic, Nollywood
  •  May 1, 2026

 

 

Strong

Synopsis

LAMI SAWA (Sophie Alakija), a radiant and accomplished architect, enjoys a seemingly idyllic life with her husband, SOTA SAWA (Chris Okabue). Their marriage is a testament to love and faith, but their world crumbles when Sota is accused of a heinous crime. As evidence mounts against Sota, and the court of public opinion turns harsh, Lami finds herself torn between loyalty and doubt. Undeterred by the apparent betrayal, she embarks on a relentless quest to defend the man she loves. But Lami is not ready for what unravels next. STRONG! Is a tale of the lengths one will go to protect the sacred bonds of marriage.

 01 hours 40 minutes
  •  Ahide Adum, Chris Okagbue, Edward Fom, Eva Ibiam, Fae Olumide, Norah Igho, Richard Johnson, Sophie Alakija
  •  Dimbo Atiya
  •  Drama, Nollywood
  •  May 15, 2026
  •  English

 

 

 

The Boy Who Gave

Synopsis

After the death of their parents, an older brother must make sacrifices to care for his younger siblings.

01 hours 58 minutes
  •  Abbey Delight Dagogo, Allison Precious, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Chuks Joseph Hart Andrew, Tina Mba
  •  Allison Precious Emmanuel
  •  Drama, Nollywood
  •  May 15, 2026
  •  English

 

Call of My Life

 

Synopsis

The romantic comedy follows Soluchi, a hopeless romantic still healing from being jilted by her former lover, Kalu. When a regular work call puts her in touch with the charming Eli, Soluchi begins to see the possibility of the love story she has always wanted.

 01 hours 47 minutes
  •  Andrew Yaw Bunting, Beverly Osu, Broda Shaggi, Justin Chukwudi Ugonna, Nkem Owoh, Patience Ozokwor, Uzoamaka Power, Zubby Michael
  •  Dammy Twitch
  •  Drama, Nollywood,
  •  May 15, 2026
  •  English

 

 

Obsession

Synopsis

After breaking the mysterious “One Wish Willow” to win his crush’s heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price.

 01 hours 48 minutes
  •  Andy Richter, Anthony Casabianca, Anthony Pavone, Cooper Tomlinson, Darin Toonder, Haley Fitzgerald, Inde Navarrette, Justice, Megan Lawless, Michael Johnston
  •  Curry Barker
  •  Horror
  •  May 15, 2026
  •  English