Record-Breaker: Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ hits N1 billion, making Nollywood history

In a groundbreaking achievement, Funke Akindele’s latest film, ‘A Tribe Called Judah,’ has become the first Nollywood production to surpass the N1 billion mark at the box office.

The movie accomplished this remarkable feat within just three weeks of its release, marking a significant milestone in the Nigerian cinema landscape. FilmHouse Group CEO, Kene Okwuosa, shared the news in a statement on Thursday, emphasizing that this success signals a golden era for Nigerian cinema.

The statement highlights the captivating impact of Akindele’s film on audiences, showcasing the resilience of Nigerian cinema in the face of global streaming giants like Netflix and Prime Video.

‘A Tribe Called Judah’ made history as the first Nollywood film to gross over N113 million in its opening weekend after hitting cinemas on December 15, 2023.

It’s worth noting that Funke Akindele’s previous film, ‘Battle on Buka Street,’ achieved a significant box office success, grossing N650 million in 2022. However, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ has now set a new standard by crossing the unprecedented N1 billion milestone.