''King of Thieves'' (''Agẹṣinkólé'') is a 2022 Nigerian

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directed by directing duo Tope Adebayo and

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and produced by

Femi Adebayo Femi Adebayo Salami (born 31 December 1976) is a Nigerian film director, actor, lawyer, producer and special adviser to the Governor of Kwara State on Arts, Culture, and Tourism. He is the son of actor Adebayo Salami. In 2024, he won the Afr ...

. It stars Odunlade Adekola,

, Toyin Abraham, Broda Shaggi, Adebowale "Debo" Adedayo aka Mr Macaroni,

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, Ibrahim Yekini (Itele D. Icon), and Ibrahim Chatta. The epic Yoruba-language film was produced by

's Euphoria360 media and co-produced by Niyi Akinmolayan's Anthill Studios. The film premiered on 4 April 2022, and began showing in cinemas nationwide from 8 April 2022.

Synopsis

Life in the renowned town and prosperous kingdom of Ajeromi was thriving, with peace and prosperity reigning supreme. However, the tranquility of the kingdom was disrupted when Agesinkole, a formidable

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and terrorist, arrived to unleash terror upon its people. Determined to protect their peaceful way of life, the inhabitants of Ajeromi united and used all their available resources against the menace of Agesinkole. Their arsenal included skilled hunters, powerful witches, and accomplished wizards who combined their strengths and abilities to confront this common threat and restore peace and prosperity to their beloved land.

Selected cast

as Agesinkole * Odunlade Adekola as King of Ajeromi * Toyin Abraham as Queen of Ajeromi *

Ibrahim Chatta Ibrahim Chatta (born 14 October 1970) is a Nigerian actor, producer, and director. Early life and career Chatta was born in Bacita, Edu Local Government Area, Kwara State, Nigeria. He grew up in a large family with 14 siblings. His mother, orig ...

as Oguntade *

as Abegunde *Toyosi Adesanya as Otin's Wife * Aisha Lawal as Ariyibi * Ibrahim Yekini as Abinbesu *Olusegun Tunde as Wizard *Soyombo Oluyombo as Aremo *Kayode Olaiya as Oloye *Rasaq Olayiwola as 1st Isoro *Yinka Olaoye as 2nd Isoro *Ebun Oloyede as 1st Olukosi * Broda Shaggi *

Segun Arinze Segun Arinze (born Segun Padonou Aina in 1965) is a Nigerian actor and singer. Early life and education Segun was born on 24 September 1965 to Lydia Padonou in Onitsha, Anambra State. He is the eldest of seven children. He hails from Badagry, ...

- Narrator * Mr Macaroni * Dele Odule as 2nd Otun * Adebayo Salami as Alaremu

Premiere

''King of Thieves'' (''Agesinkole'') premiered on Sunday, 4 April 2022, at the IMAX Cinemas, Lekki, Lagos. The theme of the premiere was 'epic and dangerous and lots of celebrities in attendance dressed in line with the theme. The event was star-studded and saw a lot of celebrities and big names of the industry in attendance. Some of those in attendance are

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, Iyabo Ojo, Antar Laniyan,

Mercy Aigbe Mercy Aigbe (born 1 January 1978) is a Nigerian actress, director, fashionista and businesswoman. She is best known for her Yoruba language movies. Early life Mercy Aigbe was born on 1 January 1978 in Edo State to Pa Aigbe and Mrs. Abisola Gr ...

, Dayo Amusa, Eniola Ajao, Denrele Edun,

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and a host of others. Popular media company,

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, of which

is an ambassador, hosted and congratulated him on the debut of his new movie in cinemas. Screening by the press, the

team, Nollywood industry icons, and movie critics took place at the Silverbird Cinemas, Ikeja City Mall.

Awards and nominations

References

{{Reflist Nigerian thriller films 2022 films Yoruba-language films