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When Nigeria Happens

2025 2 h Drama

A dance collective of young misfits in Nigeria fights to keep its art and friendship alive when a member's mother falls ill.

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About the film

What it’s about

Fagbo, Evian, and their fellow dancers are bound by a nonconformist art. When Fagbo's mother becomes ill, the group faces money shortages, family pressures, and social injustice that test their dreams and loyalty.

What hooks you

Directed by Ema Edosio, the film features Abella Domdom Dominic as Fagbo and Jide Kene Achufusi as Evian. The story draws from a dance film tradition, with a score by Olatunde Obajeun.

Who it’s for

It is worth a look for anyone who enjoys character-driven drama about artistic communities under pressure, and for those drawn to stories of friendship tested by illness and economic hardship.

Technical details
Country
Nigeria
Year
2025
Genre
Drama
Running time
2h 0min
Age rating
18++
World premiere
Aug 7, 2025

Ratings

MOVIE․ONE · 120 votes
7.2 /10
IMDb
7.211
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Creative team

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Screenplay Ema Edosio
Starring
  1. 01 Abella Domdom Dominic Fagbo
  2. 02 Jide Kene Achufusi Evian
  3. 03 Ruth El Phygo Felix Pocco
  4. 04 Seun Ajayi James
  5. 05 Enumah Oliseh Colos
  6. 06 Alex Usifo Omiagbo Senator Kalaro
  7. 07 Eze Gift Chinedu Movement
  8. 08 Deborah Aiyegbeni Lighter
  9. 09 David Emmanuel Poppi
  10. 10 Ego Iheanacho Fagbos Mom

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