

“A northern soldier. An Igbo girl. A love the nation wasn't ready for.”
Set in 1975, the film tells the story of a soldier and a schoolteacher from opposing tribes who fall in love amid a nation still recovering from civil war and societal divisions. Their relationship is tested by tradition, family loyalties, and a society striving to heal.

Chisom Agoawuike
Adaego Ezekwe
Lead
Adam Garba
Major Bala Alkali

Bob-Manuel Udokwu
Chief Ezekwe

Chioma Chukwuka
Mrs. Ezekwe

Onyeka Onwenu
Mama Ezekwe
Igwe David Elesie
Amadi Ezekwe
Ken Erics
Nnamdi Ezekwe

Riyo David
Samuel
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Nwamaka Chikezie's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. To Adaego with Love is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”