Omoni Oboli, MTN Nigeria unveil seven Christmas movies for Nollywood fans

Omoni Oboli, MTN Nigeria unveil seven Christmas movies for Nollywood fans
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli is bringing extra excitement to the 2026 Christmas season after partnering with MTN Nigeria to unveil seven new Christmas movies.
The collaboration is expected to give Nigerian movie lovers more entertainment during the festive period while creating fresh opportunities for local filmmakers, actors and other creative professionals.
According to The Punch in its November 7, 2026, entertainment report, the partnership was unveiled at a Christmas Movie Mixer organised by MTN Nigeria. The event brought together actors, filmmakers, content creators and other industry stakeholders to celebrate Nigerian storytelling.
Oboli also announced the partnership on her official Instagram page, expressing excitement about delivering seven movies rather than the usual one or two productions for the season.
##What the partnership means
The seven films will be released through Omoni Oboli TV on YouTube, with the first movie scheduled to premiere on November 13, 2026.
According to The Guardian, the productions include stories centred on love, family, forgiveness and togetherness.
##The seven movie titles are:
Seasoned With Love
Christmas on Budget
Memories on the Rooftop
Promise Me December
A Bride for the Season
Christmas Between Worlds
Short Sweet 2.
MTN's involvement is particularly important because its YouTube data bundles are expected to make streaming more affordable for subscribers.
Oboli explained that viewers could watch a full movie with just a few hundred naira using the bundles, making it easier for more Nigerians to enjoy local productions.
##Why Christmas movies attract viewers
Christmas films have become an important part of festive entertainment because they connect with emotions and experiences that many families can relate to.
Stories about love, romance, family reunions, forgiveness, generosity and unexpected relationships often make enjoyable holiday viewing.
For many Nigerians, watching movies during Christmas is also a way to relax, spend time with loved ones and enjoy the celebrations.
Oboli explained that the seven productions were inspired by the values associated with Christmas, particularly love, sharing, caring and family togetherness.
What it means for Nollywood filmmakers
The partnership could provide a useful example of how telecommunications companies and entertainment producers can work together to strengthen Nigeria's creative industry.
With MTN supporting the project and helping to improve access through affordable data bundles, the films could attract more viewers and increase opportunities for digital revenue.
Oboli also noted that increased viewership could help filmmakers earn more, employ additional actors and support other professionals who depend on movie production for their livelihoods.
MTN's General Manager of Consumer Segments, Idowu Adesokan, said the company sees Nigeria's creative industry as an important source of employment, business growth and international opportunities.
Beyond entertaining audiences, the project also provides an opportunity for emerging actors and filmmakers to gain exposure.
If successful, the collaboration could encourage more private-sector investment in Nollywood and demonstrate that locally produced films can attract large audiences through digital platforms.
For Nollywood fans, however, the biggest attraction is simple: seven new movies to enjoy as Christmas approaches.