Nigeria, Aug. 4 -- In Okikiola the Fisherman, the writer, Adeola Agoro, weaves a poignant and visually rich tale of ambition, tradition, and love set in the vibrant riverside community of Isheri Olofin.

With a cast that includes industry icons Kunle Afolayan, Faithia Balogun, Baaj Adebule, Bolanle Ninalowo, and international talents from Venezuela, Spain, the U.S., and Mexico, the film lives up to its promise of being a global cultural crossover rooted in deep Nigerian storytelling.

Okikiola, the titular fisherman, is not just the pride of his people but also a dreamer. His noble yet straightforward aspiration to marry Dunni, the daughter of struggling parents becomes complicated when the influential Iya Osun sets her sights on the same...