The Story⚡
A celebrity chef and a determined buka owner cross paths in a tale of humour, heart, and conviction. Love and Porridge arrives as FaithStream’s first original film, ready for families everywhere.
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House of Faith has launched Love and Porridge as the first FaithStream Original. Produced by Tolu “Lord Tanner” Awobiyi of LordTanner Studios, the Nigerian romantic comedy screened at a premiere held on 6 November 2026 at Ebony Life in Victoria Island, Lagos, with the cast and crew present. From Friday, 20 November 2026, the film becomes available free of charge to viewers across Africa and the diaspora on the FaithStream app and at www.thefaithstream.com.
The Story and Cast
Chef Dapo, played by Taye Arimoro, is a well-known figure in the kitchen whose path intersects with Ifedayo, a buka owner building her business, portrayed by Wendy Lawal. Supporting roles include Michael Ejoor as Charles, along with Joy Shile, Doris Okorie, and Tuby Unic. Their encounter brings comedy, tension, affection, betrayal, and prejudice into one narrative. The film is written and performed with a light touch that still carries clear lessons, making it suitable for families of different ages to watch together.
Pictures From Premiere
A Deliberate First Step
FaithStream was established to widen the presence of stories shaped by faith inside ordinary entertainment. Choosing Love and Porridge as its first original production signals the platform’s belief that such films can hold their own in craft and feeling.
Kunle Falodun, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of House of Faith, put it this way: “Love and Porridge is a small film with a big purpose. It is funny, it is warm, and it carries values families can share without apology. As our first original, it is a statement of intent: faith-based stories from Africa can entertain anyone, anywhere, and we are only getting started.”
Hakeem Condotti, Chief Product Officer and Co-founder, emphasised reach: “FaithStream was built for the way people actually consume content: on mobile, on every kind of connection, and without a subscription fee. Anyone with a phone can download Love and Porridge and watch it with their family anywhere, anytime for free.”
Producer Tolu “Lord Tanner” Awobiyi added: “We wanted to tell a love story that feels true to the Nigeria we know: the humour, the family dynamics, the food, and the quiet ways faith shapes our choices. Working with FaithStream gave us the freedom to make that film and put it in front of audiences everywhere.”
Access and Background
Viewers can begin watching on 20 November 2026 by downloading the FaithStream app from the Apple App Store or Google Play, or by visiting thefaithstream.com.
FaithStream launched globally in February 2026 with more than 135 titles and over 1,700 hours of films, series, documentaries and audio programming. It operates under House of Faith, a non-profit media organisation with bases in London and Lagos that is also developing production facilities in Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa.
LordTanner Studios, founded by Awobiyi in 2013, has previously delivered titles such as Couple of Days, Ajuwaya, A Young Time Ago (available on Prime Video) and The Artifact – Stones of Fatima.
In Summary
Love and Porridge marks FaithStream’s first original production and opens a new chapter for faith-centred stories made in Africa. From 20 November 2026, the film will be free for anyone to watch with family or friends. Mark the date and experience it when it arrives.
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