Two Weeks in Lagos (theatrically released as Duas Semanas em Lagos) is a 2019 Nigerian comedy-drama film produced and directed by Kathryn Fasegha, and co-produced by Sarah Inya Lawal. The film stars Mawuli Gavor and Beverly Naya in the lead roles, with Joke Silva, Jide Kosoko, Toyin Abraham and Okey Uzoeshi appearing in supporting roles.
The film was shot in Lagos, Nigeria, and premiered on 10 October 2019. It received mixed reviews from critics and was screened internationally.
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Plot
Ejikeme, an investment banker, returns home to Nigeria from the United States with his friend Charlie to invest in Nigerian businesses. Complications arise when Ejikeme falls in love with Charlie's sister, Lola, despite his family's plans for him to marry a politician's daughter.
Cast
Mawuli Gavor as Ejikeme
Beverly Naya as Lola
Joke Silva as Mrs. Chukwuemeka
Jide Kosoko as Dr. Makinde
Toyin Abraham as Kemi
Okey Uzoeshi as Charlie
Deyemi Okanlawon as Joshua
Shafy Bello as Mrs. Makinde
Tina Mba as Sisi Toyin
Efe Irele as Teniola
Bambo Adebowale as Otunba Ayodeji
Busola Dele Davids as Madam Eloho
Lanre Toki as Efe
Bukky Wonda as Nma
Patrick Nnamani as Hon. Chukwuemeka
Cassandra Nwadiuto as Wande
Steve Onu as Dele
Bolu Ogodoh as abused child
Tope Jegede as Pastor
Patience Ozomanam as party guest
Bolaji Rabey as Dr. Makinde's driver
Daniel Ezeali as Chukwuemeka security
James Ovat as Chukwuemeka security
Daniel Ezeali as Chukwuemeka security
Bayonle Saheed as groom's friend
Lawal Aramide as traditional marriage MC
Ayanlola Ayankunle as drummer 1
Alayande Toheeb as drummer 2
Joy Moses as party guest
Salome Tonye as party guest
Edidiong Urua as man trying to kill child