Nigerian politician and businessman Honourable Akin Alabi has generated significant excitement among his followers after revealing his visit to the movie set for the highly anticipated remake of the classic Christian film Agbara Nla.
Political Figure Meets Gospel Cinema Legacy
The two-term representative for Egbeda Federal Constituency, who has been serving since 2019, shared a series of photographs from his recent visit to the movie location in Oyo State. During his time on set, Alabi was photographed with Evangelist Mike Bamiloye's two sons, Damilola and Joshua Bamiloye, who are involved in the production of this iconic film's revival.
In his social media post dated November 11, 2025, Alabi expressed his anticipation for the movie premiere while revealing that the production is being filmed across Wards 1 to 4 in Egbeda Local Government area. "Earlier today, I visited the set of the remake of Agbara Nla, the iconic TV series that thrilled households across Nigeria more than 30 years ago," the politician wrote.
The Ayamatanga Phenomenon Returns
The original Agbara Nla movie, first produced in 1992 by Mount Zion Faith Ministries, gained widespread popularity for its gripping storyline and particularly for what became known as the "Ayamatanga" scene. The film was so influential that a subtitled version titled The Ultimate Power was released in 1994.
Interestingly, the famous Ayamatanga phrase that many viewers believed they heard from a female character portraying one of the Aro Meta witches has been subject to clarification. In 2022, Joshua Bamiloye, also known as Jay Mike, revealed that the actual words were "I Am At Anger" rather than the widely believed "Ayamatanga."
Nigerian Reactions to the Remake Announcement
The news of Agbara Nla's return has sparked numerous reactions from Nigerians who remember the original film's impact. Social media users have been sharing their experiences and memories of watching the initial release.
One user, LEXYtee_mark, commented: "They should not bring that kind aje scene again sha oooo. Awon iya mi don Dey use drone now. Wishing them good luck."
Another user, am_adeolayinka, recalled: "It was a thriller infused to be afraid. To go out when I watch it then. The whole neighborhood will be ber quite."
User ceogreg noted the film's significant cultural impact, describing it as "The movie series that messed up a particular generation mindset."
However, not all reactions were positive, with user Adelani_Ade26 expressing criticism: "Ayamatanga, those nonsense films they are using to tarnish the image of Isese and brainwashing our people about their culture."
The Agbara Nla remake represents a significant moment in Nigerian Christian cinema, bringing back one of the most memorable productions from Mount Zion's extensive catalog. With production underway in Egbeda and involvement from the next generation of the Bamiloye family, the film is poised to introduce the powerful story to a new generation while reconnecting with its original audience.
