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JJC Skillz’ ‘Hakeem’ Seeking Justice, Set To Redefine Nollywood

Published on August 1, 2025

JJC Skillz ‘Hakeem’ Seeking Justice premieres August 1, 2025. The action-packed Nollywood film delivers emotion, betrayal, and raw intensity in cinemas nationwide

JJC Skillz Hakeem Seeking Justice is set to premiere in cinemas across Nigeria on August 1, 2025, marking a bold return to the director’s chair for the celebrated Nigerian music icon and filmmaker, Abdulrasheed “JJC Skillz” Bello.

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Produced by Afristar Media and distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, Hakeem: Seeking Justice dives into the emotional journey of a man battling grief, betrayal, and the collapse of justice in a fractured society.

The action drama blends psychological realism with heart-racing intensity, making it one of Nollywood’s most anticipated releases of the year.

The film features Deyemi Okanlawon in a career-defining lead role, supported by an ensemble of Nollywood stars including Chioma Chukwuka, Zubby Michael, Bolanle Ninalowo, Gabriel Afolayan, Regina Daniels, Liquorose, Ali Nuhu, Skales, and White Money.

We wanted to create something thrilling but meaningful—where every frame has purpose.

“This story had to be intentional,” said director JJC Skillz.

“We wanted to create something thrilling but meaningful—where every frame has purpose.”

Early buzz following the trailer release has drawn comparisons to John Wick for its dark tone, yet Hakeem stays grounded in Nigeria’s harsh realities.

It’s more than action—it’s a cultural shift in Nollywood storytelling.