It was the exclusive premiere of Omoni Oboli’s “Moms at War,” featuring Omoni herself starring opposite Funke Akindele and a posse of top-rated young actors who delivered stellar performances to everyone’s delight.
In attendance were the cast Sharon Ooja, Michelle Dede, Eucharia Anunobi as well as friends in industry, AY Makun, Chioma Akpotha, Ufuoma Mc Dermott, Shaffy Bello and many more.
Raised by a single mom who practically gave up her life to make her children happy, Omoni Oboli, the film’s director, said making this movie was a different experience for her.
“Making this movie brings many memories and mixed feelings,” she said, “but I have nothing but gratitude in my heart for my mother. This is a tribute to all mothers out there who are doing their best. Thank you!”
There was an after party at Signature Lounge in Filmhouse to celebrate the premiere which was hosted by Mavin records DJ, Big N who had everyone dancing into the night. Food and drinks at the lounge kept flowing to keep the guests going.
Producers Inkblot, Dioni Visions and FilmOne production and distribution, who have such hits to their name as New Money, Wedding Party 2 and Wives on Strike 2, had announced the premiere of “Moms at War” weeks ago, promising laughter and intrigue. The film did not disappoint. “Moms at War” is written by Naz Onuzo, with stellar performances by Yul Edochie, Eucharia Anunobi and others. The movie hits cinemas nationwide on August 17th and is a must watch.
The “Moms at War” movie premiere was sponsored by Mall for Africa, Coca-Cola, Tetmosol, Dominos pizza, Pinkberry and Photogenic photo booth.
Inkblot, Dioni Visions and Film One Partner on Moms At War
Fresh off the box office hits New Money, Wedding Party 2, and Wives on Strike 2, Inkblot, Dioni Visions and Film One announce the August release of Moms at War a dramedy starring Funke Akindele, Omoni Oboli, Yul Edochie, Eucharia Anumobi and Yul Edochie.
Moms at War tells the story of Olaide and Ebubechukwu two mothers who would do anything for their children. Omoni Oboli stars as Ebubechukwu, a posh career woman who was born with a silver spoon and expects her only daughter to follow in her footsteps. Funke Akindele stars as Olaide, a self made woman who built herself up from nothing to raise her son and give him the life she did not have.
With their children competing for a place in a prestigious scholars program, everything starts to derail as the mothers go head to head to ensure that their own child wins.
Moms At War soars as a slam bang tale of friendship and motherhood which is stylish, subversive and strikingly funny. It is written by Naz Onuzo known for films such as Wedding Party 2, New Money and My Wife and I and directed by Omoni Oboli, the triple threat box office Queen responsible for such hits as Okafor’s Law and the Wives on Strike films.
Moses Babatope, CEO of Film One says “Having had many successful collaborations with Inkblot we were pleased to continue the partnership on Moms at War. We have worked with Dioni Visions and Omoni Oboli for many years and are happy to announce our first collaboration with her. Moms at War is the perfect film for women and everyone else as it cloaks in comedy the wars our mothers wittingly and unwittingly fight for us, everyday.”
Moms at War hits cinemas across Nigeria on August 17 2018
