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By Lizzy Chirkpi
Nigeria’s film industry is gearing up for the premiere of Nini, a highly anticipated family drama set to debut on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Silverbird Cinemas, Jabi Lake Mall, Abuja. The film will be released nationwide on October 3, 2025, through Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution.
Produced, written, and directed by Dr. Sam Diagwoyada, Chief Creative Officer of Fedma Studios and Chairman of Fedma Group, Nini explores themes of love, betrayal, morality, and family conflict.
The one-hour, 57-minute feature stars Nollywood veterans Keppy Ekpeyong, Jide Kosoko, Francis Duru, Yemi Black, Tina Umba, Chimeze Imo, Damilola Ogusi, and Mariah Ogbashi.
“Nini reflects the deeper realities of life,” Diagwoyada said during a press conference in Abuja on Monday. “It tells the story of a sanctimonious mother forced into a moral dilemma when her daughter breaks a sacred oath, making her choose between personal honor and maternal love.”
Veteran actor Keppy Ekpeyong said the film relies heavily on non-verbal expressions to enhance its emotional depth.
“As actors, we concentrated on the unspoken moments—the silences, the glances. They carry as much weight as dialogue,” he said.
Francis Duru praised Diagwoyada’s layered storytelling.
“When a surgeon writes, he writes with precision. Nini is more than a film; it addresses issues from sexual exploitation to the shared responsibilities of boys and girls in today’s society.”
The premiere offers tiered tickets: Regular (₦20,000), VIP (₦200,000), VVIP (₦500,000), Diamond (₦1 million), and Platinum (₦3 million). Tickets are available via Fedma Studios’ website and designated outlets across the Federal Capital Territory.
Diagwoyada clarified that the Abuja event is distinct from the cinema release.
“Globally, premieres are special ticketed events. The nationwide screening will follow a week later at standard cinema rates,” he said.
Reflecting on his career, the filmmaker described the project as a product of resilience.
“I have a PhD in failures—every setback taught me a lesson. Filmmaking is built on intelligence, not emotions. We succeed because we value people, and people make dreams happen,” he added.
With a compelling storyline and a cast of seasoned performers, Nini is poised to be one of Nollywood’s standout releases of 2025.