Starring: Sola Sobowale, Femi Adebayo, Bimbo Ademoye
Directed by: Tunde Salami
Produced by: Oba Meta Studios
Genre: Political Drama, Thriller
Language: Yoruba (with English subtitles)
Release: July 2025 (Cinema and STREAMx)
Introduction: Nollywood’s “King of Boys” Meets Yoruba Political Fire
What happens when Sola Sobowale walks into a room in full iro and buba, head held high, voice booming, and eyes sharper than a Lagos landlady during rent season?
Power. Chaos. Goosebumps.
In Her Excellency, the 2025 Yoruba political drama that’s already shaking social media tables, Sola Sobowale delivers yet another unforgettable performance as Chief (Mrs.) Folajimi Alade-Williams — a controversial ex-governor turned political godmother whose secrets run deeper than the Lekki Lagoon.
Backed by a powerhouse cast including Femi Adebayo and Bimbo Ademoye, this movie is not just a film — it’s a whole movement.
Plot Summary: When Power Wears Lipstick and Laces
Her Excellency tells the story of Folajimi Alade-Williams, the first female governor of fictional Oyo-Ala State, who left office in glory — or so it seemed. But when a leaked video from her past resurfaces weeks before her appointment as National Peace Committee Chairperson, old enemies smell blood.
While battling political betrayal, blackmail, and a crumbling relationship with her only child (Bimbo Ademoye), Chief Mrs. Alade-Williams must choose between clearing her name or protecting a national conspiracy.
Think: King of Boys meets Your Excellency with a splash of Yoruba thunder and ancestral curses.
Cast Performances: The Crown Fits — And It’s Heavy
Sola Sobowale as “Her Excellency”
From her first scene — storming out of a helicopter in a red lace agbada — Sobowale commands every inch of the screen. She’s angry. She’s witty. She’s vulnerable. And yes, she slaps someone. Twice.
"This is a woman who’s tired of being ‘the face’. She wants to be the power." — Sola Sobowale, NollywoodScope Interview
Femi Adebayo as Senator Dapo Shofela
Charismatic. Calculating. Dangerous. Adebayo delivers one of his most polished roles yet. The scenes between him and Sobowale? Fireworks.
Bimbo Ademoye as Tomisin Williams
As the digital-age daughter/journalist, Bimbo Ademoye balances rebellion with emotional depth. She gives the film its heartbeat — and its Gen Z energy.
Themes: Feminism, Politics, Legacy — Yoruba Style
- Women in power: A sharp lens on how society reacts to bold female leadership in a patriarchal system.
- Mother-daughter conflict: A generational war between tradition and digital-age activism.
- Dirty politics: Rituals, betrayal, and loyalty — Nigerian style.
Behind the Scenes: Wahala on Set?
Rumor has it the Ibadan crowd during a rally shoot scene thought the campaign was real and tried to storm the stage! Also, word on X is that Sobowale and Adebayo had a heated rehearsal clash — which only made their on-screen chemistry hotter.
Cinematography & Fashion: Yoruba Elegance with a Vengeance
Director Tunde Salami uses every frame like a political painting. Night palace scenes, cultural rallies, and rich wardrobe pieces — the visuals alone deserve an award.
Fashion Highlight: Sobowale’s red lace agbada, royal beads, and power-gélé already have fans recreating her looks on Instagram.
Social Media Reactions
@NaijaCinemaTalk: “This is the Yoruba political drama we’ve been waiting for since Afonja: The Betrayal. Cinematic, sharp, and bold!”
Facebook fan comment: “She slapped him like the ancestors told her to.”
Another user: “Omo! Sola should just contest in real life. I go vote!”
Comparing to Other Yoruba Political Dramas
| Movie | Year | Main Star | Theme | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King of Boys | 2018 | Sola Sobowale | Crime & Power | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
| Your Excellency | 2019 | Funke Akindele | Satire | 😂😂🔥 |
| Jagun Jagun | 2023 | Femi Adebayo | Tradition & Legacy | 🔥🔥🔥 |
| Her Excellency | 2025 | Sobowale + Adebayo + Bimbo | Women & Power | 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
Why This Movie Matters
Her Excellency is proof that Yoruba cinema is taking bold creative risks. From female-led narratives to fearless political storytelling, this is a turning point.
It also reflects how Nollywood is evolving with younger audiences — Bimbo’s character symbolizes the new wave of digital awareness meeting ancestral legacy.
Where to Watch
- In Cinemas Nationwide: Filmhouse, Silverbird, Viva, etc.
- Streaming: STREAMx App (from August 1st)
- Behind-the-scenes: YouTube via Oba Meta Studios
Final Verdict: 9.2/10 — A Political Yoruba Masterpiece
From acting to visuals, Her Excellency sets a new bar. It's smart, emotional, and unapologetically Yoruba.
If you love power plays, stylish slaps, and mother-daughter drama in lace, don’t miss it.
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