A Tribe Named Judah Emerges as Nigeria's Top Grossing Film

A Nollywood film has made history by becoming the first Nigerian movie to surpass 1 billion naira ($1.1 million; £900,000) in domestic box office earnings. The film, called A Tribe Called Judah, achieved this impressive feat in just three weeks. Funke Akindele, the Nigerian actor, director, and producer who created the film, expressed her gratitude to her fans for their support. She took to Instagram to thank the Lord as well as Nigeria and Ghana for their contribution to the film's success, and received thousands of congratulations in response. Akindele's achievement solidifies her status as Nollywood's highest-grossing director. A Tribe Called Judah is set to surpass even Hollywood hits in terms of Nigerian box office earnings. It is already poised to overcome the previous record holder, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, which was highly acclaimed as a superhero film. FilmOne Entertainment, the distributor of A Tribe Called Judah, commented on the significance of this achievement, noting that it is more than just numbers. They believe it is a testament to the power of storytelling, cultural pride, and the indomitable spirit of Nollywood. The film has been hailed as a "cultural gem" by the company. FilmOne Entertainment also commended Akindele, stating that her dedication to storytelling has carved out a significant chapter in the vibrant history of Nigerian cinema. A Tribe Called Judah has garnered enthusiastic reviews from both critics and fans, and has been receiving high ratings on various movie review platforms. The film centers around a single mother and her five sons who devise a plan to rob a mall as they struggle with financial hardship. Akindele drew inspiration from her late mother for the story and dedicated the film to her.