New Series Explores Marriage, Family, and Spiritual Growth
Illui Productions, the film arm of The Elevation Church, has release its debut project—a new Christian drama series titled The Wives—on July 6. The ten-episode series, positioned as a faith-rooted African drama, promises to blend authentic storytelling with spiritual themes, addressing the complexities of marriage, family, and personal growth in a culturally relevant way.
Directed by Orire Nwani, The Wives is executive produced by Pastors Godman and Bola Akinlabi, global lead pastors of The Elevation Church, alongside Debo Omotunde, the church’s director of global ministry.
A Tool for Reflection and Dialogue
Speaking ahead of the premiere, Pastor Godman Akinlabi described the project as more than entertainment—envisioning it as a catalyst for conversation and learning.
“We are thrilled to present The Wives, a series that not only entertains but also educates and inspires,” he said. “Through authentic storytelling, we explore the beauty and challenges of relationships, offering valuable lessons for every stage of life.”
He further announced that the premiere event will be held at the Pistis Conference Centre in Lekki, Lagos, where over 3,000 guests are expected to attend the red-carpet launch.
The Wives features a diverse ensemble of both seasoned and emerging talent, including Patrick Diabuah, Anee Icha, Tope Tedela, Tomi Ojo, Timilehin Ojeola, Tuke Morgan, Seun Kentebe, and Sharon Rotimi.
According to the producers, the series aims to offer a nuanced, realistic portrayal of modern African households, highlighting the personal trials and transformative moments that define individual and family narratives.
Pastor Godman Akinlabi emphasized that the series reflects the church’s desire to engage audiences through meaningful, relatable stories that are firmly grounded in faith values yet culturally specific.
A New Chapter in Faith-Driven Filmmaking
Pastor Bola Akinlabi underscored the significance of The Wives as part of a broader vision for The Elevation Church’s media ministry.
“This project signals a powerful new chapter in faith-driven filmmaking,” she said. “It reinforces our commitment to high-quality, thought-provoking content that resonates globally.”
She also noted that the series represents a growing trend among faith-based organizations to leverage digital media for community engagement.
“The series underscores a growing trend among faith organizations leveraging digital media to spark community engagement and address contemporary issues through culturally grounded storytelling,” Pastor Bola added.
Expanding Horizons for Faith-Based Media
With The Wives, The Elevation Church aims to set a new benchmark for faith-inspired African storytelling that goes beyond the pulpit to reach audiences online and offline.
By combining professional production values with spiritually grounded themes, the church hopes to inspire viewers while offering fresh, relevant perspectives on the universal challenges of love, family, and personal transformation.
The premiere marks not just the launch of a new series but also the unveiling of a vision to shape cultural conversations through film, with plans for future projects already hinted at by the production team.