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Farooq Oreagba, Mercy Aigbe & Owobo Ogunde Star in Ojude Oba-Inspired Film “Iwe Ala”

Set against the vibrant backdrop of the iconic Ijebu festival, the official trailer for the Nollywood film Iwe Ala (The Book of Dreams) has been released. Directed by Adeoluwa Owu, the emotional family drama explores legacy and betrayal within a tailoring dynasty, starring Mercy Aigbe, Eniola Ajao,

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Farooq Oreagba, Mercy Aigbe & Owobo Ogunde Star in Ojude Oba-Inspired Film “Iwe Ala”
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Farooq Oreagba, Mercy Aigbe & Owobo Ogunde Star in Ojude Oba-Inspired Film “Iwe Ala”

Set against the vibrant backdrop of the iconic Ijebu festival, the official trailer for the Nollywood film Iwe Ala (The Book of Dreams) has been released. Directed by Adeoluwa Owu, the emotional family drama explores legacy and betrayal within a tailoring dynasty, starring Mercy Aigbe, Eniola Ajao,

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Farooq Oreagba, Mercy Aigbe & Owobo Ogunde Star in Ojude Oba-Inspired Film “Iwe Ala”

Set against the vibrant backdrop of the iconic Ijebu festival, the official trailer for the Nollywood film Iwe Ala (The Book of Dreams) has been released. Directed by Adeoluwa Owu, the emotional family drama explores legacy and betrayal within a tailoring dynasty, starring Mercy Aigbe, Eniola Ajao,

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Farooq Oreagba, Mercy Aigbe & Owobo Ogunde Star in Ojude Oba-Inspired Film “Iwe Ala”

Set against the vibrant backdrop of the iconic Ijebu festival, the official trailer for the Nollywood film Iwe Ala (The Book of Dreams) has been released. Directed by Adeoluwa Owu, the emotional family drama explores legacy and betrayal within a tailoring dynasty, starring Mercy Aigbe, Eniola Ajao,

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