After years of remarkable growth and increased global attention, Nigeria’s film industry, Nollywood is entering 2026 with one of its strongest cinematic slates yet. From emotionally powerful drama and historical narratives to romantic tales and rare musical ventures, the upcoming year promises stories that reflect both local depth and universal appeal.
Love & New Notes
Directed by Kayode Kasum and starring Timini Egbuson, this Valentine’s Day release dives into modern love in Lagos where passion, ambition, and relationships collide in a story many young viewers will relate to.
To Adaego With Love
Set in 1975 post-civil war Nigeria, this tale of forbidden love uses music as a bridge between cultures, promising both nostalgia and emotional resonance.
Mothers of Chibok
Directed by Kachi Benson, this documentary revisits the heartbreaking 2014 Chibok schoolgirls’ abduction through the eyes of mothers who never gave up hope. The film is poised to be one of the most powerful and internationally relevant Nollywood projects of the year.
Evi
This musical represents a rare and bold step for Nollywood blending storytelling with original music and vibrant visuals. With Judith Audu producing and Uyoyou Adia directing, Evi aspires to join the league of iconic Nigerian musicals.
The Other Side of the Bridge
A gritty boxing drama produced by Demi Banwo and Lord Tanner Studios, this film centers on two Lagos boxers from opposite sides of the city, bringing raw physicality and emotional stakes to the screen. Actors reportedly trained for nearly a year to bring authenticity to the story.
Iya Mi
A heartfelt drama celebrating motherhood, sacrifice, and generational love, this film promises universal themes grounded in authentic Nigerian life.
