EFUNRONYE (The Unicorn)

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A powerful historical epic inspired by real events, Efunroye: The Unicorn chronicles the rise, influence, and complex legacy of Efunroye Tinubu — one of the most formidable female figures in 19th-century Yoruba and Nigerian history. Set against the backdrop of pre-colonial and colonial Lagos, the film explores themes of power, commerce, gender, and identity, while confronting the controversial realities of trade networks of the era, including the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Blending historical inspiration with artistic storytelling, the film presents a nuanced portrait of ambition, authority, and legacy. Starring Faithia Williams (also serving as executive producer), alongside an ensemble cast including Odunlade Adekola, Saidi Balogun, Femi Adebayo, Ibrahim Chatta, Mercy Aigbe, Eniola Ajao, Kolawole Ajeyemi, Femi Branch, Layi Wasabi, and more, Efunroye: The Unicorn stands as one of Nollywood’s most ambitious historical projects. 🎬 Directed by: Tope Adebayo Salami & Adebayo Tijani 🎞️ Executive Producers: Faithia Williams, Niyi Akinmolayan, Diran Adeyinka, Kemi Anibaba 🎥 Distributed by: FilmOne Entertainment 🌍 Country: Nigeria 🗓️ Release Date: May 1, 2026 (In cinemas nationwide) 🎭 Genre: Historical Drama | Biographical Epic ABOUT THE MOVIE A story rooted in history and shaped by interpretation, Efunroye: The Unicorn sparks conversation about power, legacy, and how history is remembered and retold. The film has already generated public debate ahead of its release, positioning it as one of the most anticipated Nollywood films of 2026. #TrendingMovie #Yorubamovies2026 #Efunroye #TheUncorn #Efunroye #YorubaMovie2025​, #EpicYorubaDrama​ #FathiaBalogunwilliams #OdunladeAdekola #ToyinAbraham​ ##FemiAdebayo #MuyiwaAdemola​ #IbrahimChatta​ #IbrahimYekini #YorubaHeritage​ #PowerAndTradition​ #nollywoodepic​ #may1st #trending​ #movie​ #nollywoodmovies​ #film​ #latestyorubamovie​ #today​ #fypyoutube​