Osamede is a 2025 epic fictional Nigerian film set around the 1897 invasion of the Benin Kingdom of Nigeria by the British Empire. The film, produced by Lilian Olubi is directed by Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards James Omokwe known for series like "Ajoche" and "Riona". Starring in the film are Ivie Okujaye Egboh, Lexan Aisosa Peters, William Benson, Tosin Adeyemi, Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, and Alexander Bud.
Synopsis.
"Osamede" is a story of a young orphan girl, Osamede (played by Ivie Okujaye Egboh), who learns she has super powers as the chosen protector of the Aruosa stone, an object revered, as it is said to be blessed by Osanobua, the Benin deity of creation. The Aruosa stone makes her the sole human who can fight back against the British invaders, and invoke the power hidden deep within her people's past.
Release date.
"Osamede" premiered on May 17 at the 2025 Cannes Film Market at Pavillon Afriques. It premiered alongside "My Father’s Shadow" by Akinola Davies Jr., the first Nigerian film ever to make it into the Cannes official selection.""