Funke Akindele joins Femi Adebayo in ‘Jagun Jagun 2’ as fans anticipate sequel

Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has joined the cast of Jagun Jagun 2: War of Warriors, the highly anticipated sequel to Femi Adebayo’s 2023 Yoruba epic, sparking excitement among fans following the reunion of the two actors.

Adebayo, who is producing and starring in the sequel, unveiled the new cast in a promotional video shared on his social media platforms on October 16, 2026.

Akindele’s inclusion has generated conversations online, with fans expressing enthusiasm about seeing her share the screen with Adebayo again.

The excitement has also revived memories of their earlier collaboration in the Yoruba film Taiwo Taiwo, which featured the actors in leading roles. Some fans have used social media to call for a remake of the film, while others have celebrated their latest on-screen reunion.

The sequel, which is scheduled to premiere exclusively on Netflix on December 4, 2026, will feature several other new additions, including Fuji musicians Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as Kwam 1, and Wasiu Alabi Pasuma.

Actor and comedian Cute Abiola, Muka Ray and the late veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, are also listed among the cast.

Several actors from the original production are returning, including Lateef Adedimeji, Bimbo Ademoye, Bukunmi Oluwashina, Odunlade Adekola, Ibrahim Yekini, Fathia Balogun, Adebayo Salami, Muyiwa Ademola, Yinka Quadri and Dele Odule.

The first instalment, Jagun Jagun: The Warrior, premiered on Netflix on August 10, 2023. The film tells the story of Gbotija, a young fighter who joins the army of a powerful warlord, Ogundiji, but eventually becomes a threat to his authority.

The movie attracted attention for its Yoruba cultural setting, action sequences and performances. It also won awards at the 2024 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards and the Africa Movie Academy Awards.

Adebayo has described the sequel as the product of two years of work, sacrifice and challenges. However, details of the new storyline and the specific roles of some newly announced cast members have not been fully disclosed.

With the December premiere approaching, the expanded cast and the reunion of Akindele and Adebayo have added to anticipation surrounding the next chapter of the Nigerian epic film.