Nollywood Romcom Set for Release in French West Africa

Mary Nnah

Mark your calendars for November 8, 2024, and get ready to experience the laughter, love, and drama of A Romantic Comedy Featuring Lara and Tobi in a cinema near you!

Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution Limited is excited to announce the highly anticipated Nollywood romantic comedy A Romantic Comedy Featuring Lara and Tobi, set to hit cinemas across French-speaking West Africa on November 8, 2024.

Written and directed by Nigerian actress and filmmaker Segilola Ogidan, A Romantic Comedy Featuring Lara and Tobi promises to bring audiences a delightful blend of humour, love, and second chances.

The film follows the story of PR expert Lara, played by Marcy Dolapo Oni, whose world is turned upside down when she is forced to work closely with her ex-boyfriend, tech mogul Tobi, portrayed by Taye Arimoro.

After being dumped on her sixteenth birthday, Lara has sworn off love, but the reunion with Tobi brings a whirlwind of emotions and the unexpected. With her career on the line and old feelings resurfacing, will Lara be able to navigate the complexities of love and ambition?

The star-studded cast also features Nengi Adoki, Damilare Kuku, Shaffy Bello, and Uchechukwu Abuah in supporting roles, delivering a captivating performance that will resonate with audiences.

The film is produced by Barbara Babarinsa, known for her work on Adire, Tokunbo, and The Birth.

Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution Limited, a leader in the region, is handling distribution.

Tribe Nation has previously brought hit films like Ini Usendiah’s Trepidation and David Gee Ahanmisi’s The Other One to screens across French West Africa.

“We are thrilled to bring this heartwarming romantic comedy to audiences across Francophone West Africa,” says Anita Edwards, CEO of Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution.

“The film is a testament to the incredible talent coming out of Nollywood, and we believe it will resonate deeply with viewers across the region.”

A Romantic Comedy Featuring Lara and Tobi will be available in various cinema chains and independent theatres across ten countries – Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, Cameroon, Togo, Mali, Benin, Burkina Faso, Congo, Gabon, and Guinee — starting from November 8, 2024.