Femi Adebayo leads epic retelling of forgotten war as “King Kosoko: The Battle for Lagos” premieres
Teqsus Studios today announced that King Kosoko: The Battle for Lagos, a sweeping Yoruba-language historical epic directed by acclaimed filmmaker Adebayo Tijani, will hold its grand premiere on Saturday, August 23, 2026 at IMAX Lekki, Lagos, ahead of a nationwide theatrical release on Friday, August 28 through FilmOne Distribution. Starring Femi Adebayo as the fierce and strategic Oba Kosoko, the…
Nollywood's top director, Adebayo Tijani, has unveiled "King Kosoko: The Battle for Lagos," an imposing historical drama set to debut in IMAX Lekki, Lagos, on August 23, 2026. Directed by Tijani, the film stars Femi Adebayo as Oba Kosoko, a pivotal figure in 19th century Nigerian history who defied British imperial power in the "Salt Water War."
Set between 1833 and 1852, the epic chronicles Kosoko's rise to power amid succession disputes, family betrayal, and confrontations with British forces. The film, produced by Teqsus Studios, features a star-studded cast of over 70 actors, including Odunlade Adekola, Jide Kosoko, and Fathia Williams. The story, rooted in Yoruba history, aims to reshape Lagos's narrative and is presented in Yoruba with English subtitles.
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