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One Month to Go: Why Owambe Thieves Is a Must-Watch
By Seun Oloketuyi
The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has never been short of creative, gripping stories, but every now and then, a film emerges that is both thrilling and thought-provoking. Owambe Thieves is one such film. With just a month left until its highly anticipated release, here’s why this movie should be at the top of your must-watch list.
A Unique, Timely Story
Set against the backdrop of a devastating recession in Nigeria, Owambe Thieves follows Cheta and Lola, a young couple struggling to survive in the face of financial hardship. Their desperation pushes them into an unusual life of crime—robbing extravagant weddings where politicians and elites throw around cash with reckless abandon. What starts as a desperate heist at a family wedding soon becomes a full-blown criminal enterprise, with the couple targeting lavish Owambe parties across Lagos.
The film doesn’t just tell a story about crime; it’s a commentary on economic disparity, class struggles, and the lengths people go to in order to survive. As the couple’s actions spiral out of control, so does their marriage, forcing them to confront the price of their newfound “success.”
An Intense Blend of Crime, Drama, and Social Commentary
Nollywood has explored crime thrillers before, but Owambe Thieves stands out for its fresh angle. Rather than the typical gangster or political corruption narratives, this film dives into a world rarely explored—the underground operations of party robbers. The contrast between glitzy, colorful Owambe parties and the dark desperation of the protagonists creates a visually and emotionally gripping experience.
Beyond the heists, the film explores the tension within the couple’s marriage. Cheta and Lola’s love is tested by their new lifestyle, raising the question: can love survive when morals are compromised?
A Star-Studded Cast
With an ensemble cast packed with Nollywood heavyweights, Owambe Thieves is set to deliver powerful performances.
• Shola Sobowale takes on the role of Madam Toke, bringing her signature intensity to the film.
• Zubby Michael plays Cheta, the desperate husband caught between survival and morality.
• Eniola Ajao portrays Lola, the ambitious wife whose ideas propel their criminal venture.
• Odunlade Adekola is Oga Bernard, a key player in their new world.
• Femi Branch stars as Oga Blings Blings, likely adding a mix of drama and humor.
• Wunmi Toriola plays Tade, Lola’s sister whose wedding sparks the couple’s first heist.
• Akin Lewis plays Senator Taiwo, a political figure at the center of the extravagant weddings.
The film also features top-tier talents like Fathia Williams, Ronke Ojo, Yewande Adekoya, Aisha Lawal, Bukola Arugba, Denrele Edun, Lizzy Jay, Phyna, Olumide, Tobi Makinde, Seilat Adebowale, and Ikechukwu. The inclusion of music legends Sir Shina Peters and Salawa Abeni promises a vibrant soundtrack that captures the energy of Owambe parties.
Relatable Themes That Hit Home
At its core, Owambe Thieves is a story of survival. The economic struggles faced by Cheta and Lola are all too familiar to many Nigerians. The film doesn’t just entertain—it reflects the realities of a society where financial hardship forces people to make difficult choices. It also cleverly critiques the excessive display of wealth at Nigerian weddings, where millions are spent in a country where poverty remains widespread.
Final Thoughts
With just one month to go until its release, Owambe Thieves is shaping up to be one of the most exciting films of the year. It’s not just a crime drama—it’s a bold social statement wrapped in thrilling entertainment. If you love well-crafted storytelling, strong performances, and films that spark conversation, then this is a must-watch.
Mark your calendars, because Owambe Thieves is about to take Nollywood by storm
Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has questioned the authenticity of an interim order issued by the Lagos State High Court on 2 September 2026, restraining her from publishing photographs of Priscilla Ojo’s one-year-old son, Rakeem Mkambala, and from posting editorials concerning the family on specified social media platforms.
Anjorin raised the issue during an Instagram Live session on Friday, 4 September, after Priscilla shared a copy of the court order online.
The actress argued that publicising court documents before formally serving the respondent undermines the case.
“Your case na dead on arrival. If you post court letter on any platform before serving person wey you wan go serve, that court case na fake court case,” Anjorin said during the live session.
Her comments came shortly after the High Court of Lagos State granted an ex parte application brought by Priscilla, her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Mussa Mkambala, and their son, Rakeem.
Justice Yetunde Adesanya issued the interim order in Suit No. LD/ADR/6646/2026.
The order restrains Anjorin, as well as people acting under her authority, from publishing, posting, circulating, uploading or broadcasting photographs of Rakeem on specified social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and TikTok.
The court also directed Anjorin to cease publishing or broadcasting editorials concerning the applicants on the platforms covered by the order.
An ex parte order is made at an interim stage without the respondent being heard. The order is therefore not a final determination of the dispute and remains subject to further proceedings.
Priscilla shared the certified copy of the order on her Instagram Story on Friday, bringing the legal development into public view.
Anjorin’s reaction centres on the timing and manner in which the court documents were publicised. Her assertion that such publication makes a case “fake” is her own claim and is not a finding contained in the court order.
The development marks another chapter in the prolonged public dispute between Anjorin and Priscilla’s family, particularly Priscilla’s mother, actress Iyabo Ojo.
The disagreement has played out largely on social media and has previously resulted in legal action, including a ₦1 billion defamation suit filed by Iyabo Ojo against Anjorin.
In recent weeks, the dispute has also drawn Priscilla and her young son into the controversy, following public comments by Anjorin concerning the family.
Kesiena Tony Adjekpovu, popularly known as Kess, has said that participating in Big Brother Naija can make life harder, offering a candid reflection on the challenges that may come with the reality television experience.
The former Big Brother Naija housemate made the comment in a statement shared on social media, where he suggested that winning or simply taking part in the reality show does not necessarily make life easier after leaving the house.
“Big Brother makes your life harder,” Kess said.
The remark has drawn attention because life after reality television can bring a different set of expectations, particularly as former housemates adjust to increased public attention and the pressure that can accompany visibility.
Kess was a housemate on the seventh season of Big Brother Naija, which aired in 2022. He entered the show as a businessman and was among the contestants who competed for the season’s grand prize.
His time on the programme also placed him in the public eye, giving viewers an opportunity to follow his personality and relationships inside the house.
Kess’s latest comment offers a more reflective view of the reality TV platform, suggesting that the experience does not end when a contestant leaves the house.
However, he did not provide further details in the available post explaining which specific aspects of life after Big Brother he was referring to.
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