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Statement Geles and More Dominate the ‘Oversabi Aunty’ Premiere
The premiere of Oversabi Aunty delivered a clear message from the start: this is a film that understands its audience and the culture it is drawing from.
Produced by Toyin Abraham, the comedy-drama focuses on family dynamics, centring on a well-meaning but intrusive “oversabi” aunty whose constant involvement begins to strain a marriage. It is a familiar premise for many Nigerian households, and one that immediately sets the tone for humour mixed with everyday conflict.
The film stars Toyin Abraham alongside Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Jemima Osunde, Efe Irele, Kid Baby, Mike Ezuruonye and Queen Nwokoye. From the synopsis alone, the project positions itself as a story rooted in recognisable experiences, using comedy to explore boundaries, relationships and the impact of extended family on married life.
Beyond the film itself, the premiere quickly became a talking point for its visual spectacle. With a title like Oversabi Aunty, subtlety was never expected, and guests leaned fully into that expectation. Attendees arrived in bold outfits that reflected personality and cultural pride, turning the event into a fashion moment of its own.
The red carpet featured towering, sculptural geles styled in a variety of dramatic forms, alongside richly textured lace fabrics tailored into iro and bùbá and other inventive silhouettes. Flowing agbadàs, detailed with heavy embroidery, added to the sense of scale and presence that defined the night.
From arrival to closing, the atmosphere made it clear that restraint was not part of the brief. The fashion choices mirrored the spirit of the film itself: expressive, confident and unapologetically rooted in local culture. In that sense, the premiere did more than introduce a new movie. It offered a preview of the energy, humour and familiarity audiences can expect when Oversabi Aunty reaches the screen.
