Award-winning Nigerian actress and one half of a celebrated entertainment couple, Adesua Etomi Wellington, has stepped into an exciting new creative territory as the lead voice in the animated series Secrets of the Multiverse.
The project, created for both Nigerian and global audiences, is a spin-off of the acclaimed animation Lady Bukit and Motley Mopsters, produced by Blessing Amidu. The new series expands its universe with fresh storytelling, placing Adesua at the emotional center of the narrative.
In Secrets of the Multiverse, Adesua voices Iyabo, a nurturing maternal figure whose character forms the emotional backbone of the story. The actress described the role as deeply personal and closely aligned with her real-life experiences as a mother of two boys.
According to her, taking on the role was an easy decision, especially given her desire to participate in projects that reflect strong moral values she can proudly share with her children.
“I want to be involved in projects that I can proudly tell my children to watch because I know that the values shared—love, discipline, empathy, kindness—are values that we uphold,” she said.
Speaking further about her character, Adesua explained that portraying Iyabo required drawing from her own life as a mother.
“Iyabo is a mother; she is a nurturer. I need to tap into myself to play her. The role is not too far from home. I pulled from my own personal experiences,” she said. “I am a mom as well. I have two boys… mothering a little boy is much more tasking.”
She also highlighted her excitement about being part of a Nigerian-made animation project that carries cultural relevance and global appeal.
Reflecting on her childhood, she noted the importance of locally created animation content for children today.
“When I think about my childhood, I think about the animations that I watched. I’ve always been concerned that we don’t have as many animations for kids to watch,” she said. “It’s exciting that this is African, Nigerian—made by us, for us, but shared with the entire world.”
Adesua further revealed that her decision to accept roles is guided by personal conviction and faith, adding that she only commits to projects that align with her values and bring her peace.
On bringing Iyabo to life, she added a relatable cultural touch, pointing out how African mothers often express authority with familiar intensity.
“You hear the intonations, a mother calling her child by her full name. If you hear the full version of your name, you know there’s fire on the mountain,” she said.
