Ikorodu Bois Reimagine Sinners Trailer, FCMB’s Power of the Group TVC, and Captain America

In the past four months, the Ikorodu Bois have been on an unstoppable creative streak, reimagining some of the most powerful and talked-about stories in global pop culture.

Their take on Ryan Coogler’s Sinners has already surpassed 4 million views across Instagram, X, TikTok, and Facebook, with their DIY recreation of Michael B. Jordan’s intense scenes earning admiration from fans worldwide.

Not long before, they dropped a remake of Seyi Vibez’s Shaolin music video, followed by a playful yet precise take on Captain America: Brave New World.

Now, the inventive trio have turned their attention to FCMB’s Power of the Group TVC and once again, they’ve delivered a grassroots masterpiece that proves creativity doesn’t need a blockbuster budget to make a powerful impact. What happens when one of Nigeria’s most inventive content creators puts their spin on the cinematic ad of a leading financial services group? You get a low-budget masterpiece that says just as much,  if not more than the original.

Originally crafted to showcase FCMB Group’s belief in teamwork and shared success, the TVC used music, dance, and sports to represent how the group’s business arms come together to deliver impact. From sweeping drone shots of Zuma Rock in Abuja, Mambilla in Taraba State; to choreographed transitions between dancers and athletes, the original ad was big, bold, and beautiful.

But the Ikorodu Bois version? It strips all that gloss back and still delivers the message. With their trademark use of household props, improvised costumes, and pure ingenuity, they manage to echo every scene with both humour and heart. Somehow, the message about collective power feels even more human when told through recycled cardboard and passion.

In the original, a drummer’s hands rise and fall against traditional talking drums, scored to perfection.

In the Ikorodu Bois’ version, that same rhythm is carried by overturned baskets. Where a microphone captures the song in the original, a powder brush takes its place in the remake.

For the violin scene, they used sticks and shovels, mimicking the exact motions from the original. Their stand-in for the theodolite was rebuilt using cardboard and plastic. Even the FCMB Group and subsidiaries logos, were painted on paper to mimic the branded visuals in the original TVC.

This approach is consistent with the way Ikorodu Bois have built their name, by taking big stories and retelling them in ways that are close to home.

In their remake of the Sinners trailer, for example, they reconstructed the intensity of a supernatural thriller using toy guns, sticks, and a cardboard guitar, matching the original’s tone and rhythm with uncanny accuracy.

This remake garnered significant attention, amassing over 4 million views on social media.

Their Captain America trailer remake followed the same ethos: cardboard shields, paper laptops, and plastic-wrapped wings transformed their Lagos backyard into a Marvel film set.

Their growing reputation for these spot-on recreations earned them international recognition, most notably after their Extraction trailer remake, which led to a shoutout from the Russo Brothers and an invitation to the premiere of Extraction 2.

Through this re-imagining, they’ve created a new kind of visual language, one that’s deeply rooted in community, playfulness, and resourcefulness. Their FCMB remake sits firmly in that tradition, showing once again that powerful storytelling can shine at any scale.

What sets this remake apart is its cultural intelligence. The remake didn’t just mirror FCMB’s shots; it translated the idea. Every scene is reimagined with an understanding of what resonates with younger, digitally native Nigerians.

Their ability to translate the themes of the original into something fresh and accessible proves the power of perspective. Where the original TVC used professional dancers, athletes, and musicians in iconic locations, the Ikorodu Bois version used the energy of the streets and the spirit of community to bring the story home. Their remake captures the pulse of Nigeria’s youth, who see themselves reflected in this new take.

The Ikorodu Bois’ version reminds us that great storytelling beyond big budgets or perfect visuals is about how deeply it connects to everyday people, and to the essence of the message. Their interpretation amplifies FCMB Group’s message of collaboration as a shared narrative shaped by Nigerians themselves.

This remake has not only extended the life of the campaign but also opened doors for conversations about how brands and communities can engage authentically. It shows that powerful ideas can thrive when they invite participation, reflect local realities, and celebrate diverse expressions of unity.