“Owambe Thieves” is a 2025 Nigerian crime drama film produced by Eniola Ajao and directed by Adeoluwa Owu. It was released in Nigerian cinemas on April 18, 2025.
The story follows a young married couple, Cheta and Lola, who are struggling to make ends meet during a severe economic recession in Nigeria. Desperate to provide for their newborn child, they attend a lavish Yoruba “owambe” party, where they make the impulsive decision to steal money being “sprayed” on the celebrants. This one desperate act pulls them into a dangerous and high-stakes criminal underworld, where they must navigate power plays, betrayal, and unforeseen consequences to survive.
The film features a star-studded cast, including Zubby Michael as Cheta, Eniola Ajao as Lola, Odunlade Adekola as Oga Bernard, and Femi Branch as Oga Blings Blings.