Mo Abudu, a filmmaker and media mogul, has announced new cast members for the film adaptation of Lola Shoneyin’s novel “The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives.
Faithia Balogun Williams, Damilola Adegbite, Nancy Isime, Uzor Arukwe, Mike Ezuronye, Blessing Jessica Obasi, Nkechi Blessing Sunday, Maleek of Ikorodu Bois, and Mallu Marik are among the latest additions.
The main cast, led by Odunlade Adekola as Baba Segi, includes Iyabo Ojo, Mercy Aigbe, Bimbo Ademoye, Omowunmi Dada, Shaffy Bello, and Bisola Aiyeola, among others.
The film, directed by Daniel Oriahi, delves into the complexities of a polygamous household, including secrets, relationships, and conflicts.
EbonyLife Group, Genesis Group, Nile Media Entertainment Group, and Silverbird Group will collaborate on the film, which will be EbonyLife’s first theatrical release in five years.
The film is scheduled to premiere worldwide in December 2026.
