Top 10 Highest-Grossing Films Rewrite Records with Funke Akindele Dominating

Funke Akindele’s recent film, ‘A Tribe Called Judah,’ etched its name in history on January 4, 2024, as the first Nollywood production to surpass ₦1 billion at the box office. Released on December 15, 2023, the movie garnered an impressive ₦613 million within its initial two weeks, receiving acclaim for its compelling storyline and stellar cast performances. The success of ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ sets a benchmark, indicating the potential for other Nollywood films to join the ranks of high-grossing productions as the industry continues to flourish.

Here’s a glimpse of the top ten highest-grossing movies in Nigeria:

1. A Tribe called Judah with a grossing unit of ₦1,060,711,491

2. Battle on Buka Street with a grossing unit of ₦668,423,056

3. Omo Ghetto: The Saga with a grossing unit of ₦636,129,120

4. The Wedding Party with a grossing unit of ₦452,288,605

5. The Wedding Party 2 with a grossing unit of ₦433,197,377

6. Chief Daddy with a grossing unit of ₦387,540,749

7. Brotherhood with a grossing unit of ₦328,881,120

8. King of Thieves with a grossing unit of ₦320,805,150

9. Sugar Rush with a grossing unit of ₦287,053,270

10. Ijakumo with a grossing unit of ₦278,496,384

Securing the top three positions on this list, Funke Akindele emerges as a formidable force propelling Nollywood to unprecedented heights in the realm of entertainment.

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