Nollywood actress Faithia Williams has returned to promoting her upcoming movie, *Efunroye: The Unicorn*, just weeks after losing her mother.
The film is set to premiere on May 1, 2026. It tells the story of a powerful historical figure, with Williams playing a major role in the production.
According to reports by The Nation, the actress lost her mother on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The sad news came only two days after she marked her 55th birthday.
In a heartfelt post on social media, Williams opened up about her pain. She shared how the days since her mother’s passing have been filled with sorrow and reflection.
She wrote, “My mother is gone… and I haven’t even laid her to rest yet. Every day since her passing has felt heavy. The calls. The condolences. The quiet moments when it finally sinks in. Grief does not wait for you to be ready; it just sits on your chest.
“I could have stayed away. I could have mourned in silence. But I chose to rise, for my mother, for my legacy, for this story Grief has a way of silencing you. It makes the lights feel too bright. The noise is too loud. The world is too demanding. But in the middle of my pain, I heard something stronger than sorrow, purpose.
“I am Faithia Williams Balogun, and this project is a purpose wrapped in frames and films. EFUNROYE: THE UNICORN is my first cinematic debut. A dream I carried for years. A story I fought to tell. A legacy I am determined to honour.
Before Lagos became an empire…Before power was negotiated in palaces…Power had a name. EFUNROYE.
The Unicorn. Merchant. Legend. Kingmaker.
“I am grieving. I am hurting. But I am also standing. Because life does not pause. Purpose does not disappear. And strength sometimes shows up when you least expect it.”
The actress explained that although she is still mourning, she decided to move forward with promoting the film. She described the project as more than just a movie, calling it a legacy she wants to honour.
*Efunroye: The Unicorn* is expected to draw attention for its focus on history and power before Lagos rose to prominence. Williams said the story is one she has carried for years and fought hard to bring to life.
Despite her personal loss, Faithia Williams has chosen to stand strong and continue promoting her film. As the premiere date approaches, many will be watching to see how *Efunroye: The Unicorn* is received. For the actress, the project now carries even deeper meaning as she honours her late mother.
