LAGOS, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA)- EbonyLife Films has announced a major cinematic comeback with plans to bring “The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives” to the big screen, marking one of Nollywood’s most anticipated literary adaptations.
The film, scheduled for a December 2026 release, is based on Lola Shoneyin’s widely acclaimed novel and delves into power struggles, rivalry and gender awareness within a complex polygamous household. The project signals EbonyLife’s return to cinemas after a lengthy break, raising expectations among film enthusiasts.
Anchored by an ensemble cast that includes Odunlade Adekola, Iyabo Ojo, Bimbo Ademoye and Omowunmi Dada, the adaptation aims to translate the novel’s layered storytelling into a visually compelling experience. The story’s exploration of marriage, fertility and female agency remains central to the screen version.
The production is backed by a strategic collaboration involving EbonyLife Group, Nile Media Entertainment, Genesis Group and Silverbird Group, positioning the film for wide theatrical distribution. The partnership reflects a rare alignment of major industry players in support of a single Nollywood title born from a literary work.
Further strengthening the adaptation’s credentials, Shoneyin is attached to the film as a producer, ensuring creative continuity from page to screen. The screenplay is being adapted by Adze Ugah, with Daniel Oriahi set to direct the feature.
Confirming the development on Instagram, EbonyLife founder Mo Abudu described the project as a landmark moment.
“BIG NEWS! The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives hits the big screen in December 2026. This is the first-ever feature film adaptation of Lola Shoneyin’s acclaimed masterpiece,” she wrote.
She added that the collaboration would “bring this powerhouse story to the world stage.”
First published in 2010, the novel earned international recognition for its sharp social commentary and bold examination of gender dynamics within traditional marriage structures. With its cinematic debut now on the horizon, the story appears poised to reach a new generation of audiences far beyond the printed page.
