According to YNaija, veteran actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has officially stepped behind the camera to unveil her first directorial project titled Mother’s Love. The iconic actress, who has dominated the screen for decades, is expanding her creative footprint into filmmaking, signaling a significant shift in her professional trajectory.
The project is already generating massive buzz within the industry as it highlights Omotola’s transition from a leading lady to a creative visionary. While plot details remain closely guarded, the announcement has solidified her position as a multi-hyphenate in the evolving Nollywood landscape. Fans are eager to see how her decades of acting experience will translate into her directorial style.
* The Guardian Nigeria (Digital): “The industry is excited to see Omotola’s vision as she takes on the mantle of director for the first time.”
* Official Instagram @realomosexy: “Directing has been a long time coming, and I am finally ready to tell stories from a different lens.”
Echotitbits take:
This move is a strategic power play by Omotola to secure her legacy beyond acting. As Nollywood shifts toward high-budget streaming content, established stars moving into directing often brings a unique authenticity that resonates with global audiences. Watch for a potential festival run for this project, as her name alone carries significant international weight.
Source: ThisDayLive — https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/02/14/omotola-marks-three-decades-in-nollywood-with-mothers-love/ February 22, 2026
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