Lagos hosts lovers and friends screening

Lagos recently welcomed actors, entertainment industry stakeholders and other dignitaries for the private screening of Lovers and Friends, a new Nigerian romantic drama produced by actress Aisha Mohammed.

The exclusive screening took place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The gathering brought together members of the film’s cast and other guests who had the opportunity to watch the production ahead of its anticipated wider release.

The movie is produced by Aisha Mohammed, who also wrote the story, while actor and filmmaker Mofe Duncan directed the production.

Some of the notable cast members featured in the film include William Benson, Mofe Duncan, Aisha Mohammed, Eronini Osinachim and Stella Udeze. The screening provided an opportunity for the cast and guests to celebrate the project and recognise the creative efforts behind its production.

At the centre of Lovers and Friends is Barbara Chijioke, a successful 38-year-old public relations consultant whose seemingly organised life takes an unexpected turn after she meets Chidi, the fearless 25-year-old younger brother of a close university friend.

Their growing connection introduces an unexpected romantic situation into Barbara’s life. However, Chidi is not the only man competing for her attention. Bassey, a dependable man who has remained an important part of her life, also has strong feelings for her.

Caught between the two relationships, Barbara must reconsider her understanding of love, friendship and the future she has carefully planned for herself.

Beyond its romantic storyline, the film explores several relatable issues, including family expectations, the boundaries between friendship and romance, personal choices and the complications that can arise when emotions become involved.

The production also highlights how relationships can become complicated when individuals have different expectations about love, commitment and the direction of their lives.

Private screenings such as this have become an important part of the Nigerian film industry’s promotional activities. They provide filmmakers with an opportunity to introduce their projects to selected audiences before the official release.

Such gatherings also create opportunities for actors, producers, directors and other entertainment professionals to connect, exchange ideas and celebrate new creative projects.

For Nollywood productions, private screenings can help generate early conversations around a movie, build anticipation among potential viewers and attract attention from entertainment personalities and industry stakeholders.

They also give production teams an opportunity to present their work in a more intimate setting while creating publicity that can support the film’s eventual release.

With Aisha Mohammed bringing together an interesting cast and a relationship-driven storyline, Lovers and Friends is another addition to Nollywood’s growing collection of romantic dramas.

Although the private screening has taken place, the production team is yet to announce the movie’s official release date. Audiences will have to wait for further updates on when the film will become available to the wider public.