Nollywood’s master of the epic, Lateef Adedimeji, has officially pulled back the curtain on his most ambitious project yet. On Sunday, January 4, 2026, the actor released a breathtaking teaser for his upcoming historical masterpiece, filmed with the strategic backing of the Ekiti State Government.
The project, which has been under wraps for months, represents a landmark collaboration between the state government and Adedimeji’s production team. By providing access to ancient landmarks and untouched terrains, the Ekiti State Government is positioning the film as a central pillar of its 2026 Cultural Tourism drive.
Focusing on the raw, pre-colonial history of the Yoruba people, the film delves into the warrior legends and ancestral traditions of the Ekiti hills. The newly released teaser showcases high-budget battle sequences, authentic traditional costuming, and a physically transformed Lateef Adedimeji in a role that insiders say will redefine his career.
Touted as the next major cultural export for 2026, the film aims to build on the global appetite for African epics following the success of Jagun Jagun and The Woman King. Beyond mere entertainment, the project is designed to preserve Yoruba oral history for a digital generation.
With a release date expected mid-year, Adedimeji’s latest work is already being hailed as a cinematic love letter to his roots and a bold statement for the future of historical storytelling in Nollywood.