Here are some of principal female characters in the 2025 Nollywood crime thriller To Kill a Monkey, created and directed by Kemi Adetiba:
Bimbo Akintola as Mo Ogunlesi (Inspector Mo)
A seasoned cybercrime officer at the Nigerian Cybercrime Commission, Inspector Mo is driven by personal grief and a relentless desire for justice. Her tragic past—shrouded in loss—fuels her unwavering commitment to taking down cybercriminals. She becomes the lead prosecutor in what becomes infamously known as the “Monkey Case,” relentlessly pursuing the syndicate behind Efemini’s cyber crimes. Her role is both emotional and commanding, adding seriousness to the legal and moral battles at the heart of the series.
Stella Damasus as Nosa
Nosa, Efemini’s wife, is a woman whose world begins to unravel as dark secrets emerge. Struggling with betrayal and heartbreak, she finds herself drawn into an emotional storm after discovering Efemini’s affair with Amanda. Her silent pain, strength, and internal conflict bring emotional depth to the story, revealing the cost of deception and loyalty within a crumbling marriage.
Lilian Afegbai as Idia
Idia is a flashy, ambitious Lagos “jaiye-jaiye chick” who enters a romantic relationship with the charismatic Oboz (played by Bucci Franklin). Her street smarts and charisma quickly elevate her within Oboz’s cybercrime empire, where she gains influence and power. Idia’s journey from pleasure-seeking socialite to a key player in the criminal underworld adds edge and intrigue to the narrative.
Sunshine Rosman as Eseosa
Eseosa is Efemini’s alluring side-chick whose involvement takes a dark and unexpected turn. In a shocking twist, she betrays Efemini, becoming a pivotal figure in the unraveling of his empire. Amanda’s calculated duplicity and strategic moves contribute to several of the show’s most suspenseful and explosive moments.
Ireti Doyle as Inspector Babalola
Inspector Babalola is a determined law enforcement officer navigating the murky world of cybercrime, her role serves as a stabilizing force in the investigation. Inspector Babalola brings a grounded, authoritative presence to the character, anchoring critical legal and moral turning points throughout the film. In a narrative filled with shifting loyalties and psychological tension, her seasoned performance adds both credibility and quiet intensity to the ensemble.
