Aso Ebi Diaries (2025)

About: Aso Ebi Diaries is a Nigerian drama directed by Biodun Stephen. Set against the backdrop of Nigeria’s lively party scene, the movie showcases the different the Aso Ebi culture. It highlights the social significance and questions whether its original purpose and traditions have been misconstrued. It also brings to light how far people will go to put up a front about their financial situation even in the face of financial crisis.

Movie Title: Aso Ebi Diaries

Year of Release: 2025

Date of Release: April 18, 2025 (Nigeria)

Director: Biodun Stephen

Writers:

Janet Aiyegbusi
Abimbola Daramola
Laide Daramola
Frances Okeke

Producers:

Taiwo Adebayo
Laide Daramola

Cast:

Shaffy Bello
Daniel Etim Effiong
Nancy Isime
Jide Kosoko
Kunle Remi
Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori (Kie Kie)
Kalu Ikeagwu
Denrele Edun
Chizzy Alichi
Stephanie Coker
Queen Salawa Abeni

Running Time: Not specified

Age Rating: Not specified

Country: Nigeria

Language: English

Genre: Drama

Production Company: Lady Laide Films

Cinematography: Barnabas Emordi

Editing: Valentine Chukwuma

Availability: Aso Ebi Diaries was released in theaters in Nigeria on April 18, 2025. Information regarding international release dates or streaming availability has not been announced at this time.

What Other Reviewers Are Saying:

"Aso Ebi Diaries is one of the most emotionally intelligent Nollywood films in recent memory. A love letter to friendship, fashion, and the power of women who carry each other through the chaos." — Somi B, NollyCritic

"Biodun Stephen’s Asoebi Diaries is that rare Nollywood film that juggles multiple leads without shortchanging anyone. It’s an ensemble-driven, fast-paced romantic dramedy that thrives on the chaos of owambes, the politics of asoebi, and the inner lives of Lagos women, managing to do all this while staying charming, funny, and surprisingly emotional." — Fareedat Taofeeq, The Nollywood Reporter

"At the centre of it all is Aso Ebi—the matching fabric worn at parties, weddings, and funerals—which the film treats not just as a costume but as commentary. It’s about belonging, performance, and the subtle power of presentation." — Praise Vandeh, Nollywire

"Aso Ebi Diaries is a movement. It’s about our community, a celebration of our culture, our tribe, and our unity. This movie is taking over the cinemas. Aso Ebi Diaries is for the culture and a celebration for us." — Laide Daramola, co-producer, BusinessDay

Verayea’s Take:

"This has been the hardest review for me to write because, for the first time in a very long time, I loved everything about a movie. Aso Ebi Diaries is that movie for me — a heartfelt, colourful, and emotional journey that reminds us of who we are, where we come from, and the invisible threads that bind us together." — Amarachi Ndukwe, Verayea

⭐ Verayea Rating:

5 / 5