Richard Mofe-Damijo stars in political thriller "A Land Apart

"A Land Apart" is an upcoming political thriller scheduled for release in cinemas across Nigeria on October 23, 2026. The film imagines an alternate Nigeria where agriculture, rather than crude oil, is the economic foundation.

Written by Emil Garuba and Michael Garuba and directed by Bem Pever, it centers on Ahura Agric International Corporation (AAIC) and its proprietary formula, AX-103, which sustains food production across Africa. The plot thickens with the murder of the company's founder, Dekera Ahura, just before he decides which country will receive AX-103.

His secret heir, Dooshima Bida Ahura, faces challenges from family members and international interests vying for control. The cast includes veteran actor Richard Mofe-Damijo, alongside Princess Mufeedah, Daniel Etim Effiong, and others.

The film, which showcases the culture of the Tiv people in Benue State, has garnered international acclaim, winning Best Feature Film at the 2026 Zanzibar International Film Festival and being selected for the Creative Africa Content Pavilion at Cannes’ Marché du Film and the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival.