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  • Atiku congratulates Funke Akindele as ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ breaks new record

    Atiku congratulates Funke Akindele as ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ breaks new record

    Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has congratulated the queen of box office, actress Funke Akindele, for shattering box office records with her movie, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’.

    The Nation reported that the movie has set a new record by hitting N1bn sales. 

    Posting on X, Atiku said the movie not only broke the record but also stands as a beacon of cultural pride and unyielding of Nollywood. 

    Read Also: Funke Akindele breaks silence as ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ hits N1billion sales

    Congratulating the actress, Atiku said: “I extend my heartiest congratulations to Funke Akindele for the phenomenal success of “A Tribe Called Judah”. This film has not only shattered box office records by becoming the first Nigerian movie to earn 1 billion naira in domestic theatres, but it also stands as a beacon of cultural pride and the unyielding spirit of Nollywood.

    “A Tribe Called Judah” is not just a film; it is a cultural gem that reflects the vibrancy and resilience of Nigerian cinema.

    “As a nation, we are incredibly proud of Funke’s achievements and her role in elevating Nigerian cinema to new heights. Her success is our success, and it inspires a new generation of filmmakers and storytellers in Nigeria and beyond.

    “Congratulations, Funke, on this historic milestone. You have set a new standard for excellence, and your work inspires us all.”

  • Timini fires back at trolls after ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ hits N1b

    Timini fires back at trolls after ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ hits N1b

    Nollywood actor, Timini Egbuson, known for his lover boy roles in movies, has responded to critics questioning his skills after starring as the lead actor in the top-grossing Nollywood film.

    The actor shared this on his Twitter where many netizens have claimed he is not really a good actor.

    Many people believe he has always played lover boy or spoilt kid roles and that is where all his relevance comes from.

    Read Also: Funke Akindele breaks record as “A Tribe Called Judah” hits N1b at box office

    However, in the movie ‘A Tribe Called Judah’, he played Pere and his character was different from what he has been stereotyped with.

    As the movie hit One Billion at the box office, he came online to remind his naysayers of his expertise in the movie industry.

    In his words: “Lead actor, 1 billion Naira + grossing movie and no be Lover boy/spoilt kid role. Shey una go shut up now?”

  • Funke Akindele breaks silence as ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ hits N1billion sales

    Funke Akindele breaks silence as ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ hits N1billion sales

    Funke Akindele, the reigning box office queen, has spoken after achieving a historic milestone as the first filmmaker to earn a billion naira at the box office in record time. 

    Solidifying her position as a powerhouse in the Nigerian film industry, she now dominates the top spots on the Wikipedia Nollywood grossing table with her films “Battle On Buka Street” and “Omo Ghetto The Saga.”

    Read Also: Funke Akindele breaks record as “A Tribe Called Judah” hits N1b at box office

    Funke’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ has garnered one billion, sixty million, seven hundred and eleven thousand, four hundred and ninety-one naira (N1,060,711,491), at the box office.

    The actress, known for her exceptional talent took to her Instagram page to express her gratitude and amazement at the overwhelming support from both Nigerian and Ghanaian audiences.

    In a statement that reflects her speechlessness over the remarkable feat, Funke Akindele wrote: “Thank you, LORD. Thank you NIGERIA!!!! Thank you GHANA!!!!”.

  • A Tribe Called Judah: Funke Akindele is an inspiration, says Woli Arole 

    A Tribe Called Judah: Funke Akindele is an inspiration, says Woli Arole 

    Famous comedian and media personality, Bayegun Oluwatoyin, popularly known as Woli Arole, has showered encomium on Funke Akindele as her blockbuster movie, A Tribe Called Judah hits one billion naira in the box office.

    The Nation reported that Funke Akindele broke her previous records, setting a new record for the Nigeria film industry as the first ever Nollywood film to enter a billion naira in less than a month of its release.

    Funke Akindele made a whopping one billion, sixty million, seven hundred and eleven thousand, four hundred and ninety one within a short period of time. 

    Presently on the Wikipedia Nollywood grossing table, Funke Akindele’s movies, A Tribe Called Judah, Battle On Buka Street and Omo Ghetto The Saga are respectively the highest grossing Nollywood film of all time.

    Read Also: Funke Akindele breaks record as “A Tribe Called Judah” hits N1b at box office

    Sharing the photos used for the official announcement of Funke Akindele’s success, Woli Arole praised the actress’ exceptional skill, calling her an inspiration, a resilient and intentional personality.

    He expressed delight for being part of the celebrities who did run for the movie.

    He said: “@funkejenifaakindele is what she thinks she IS!!!!!. She’s a Queen. She’s an inspiration!!!!. Grossing 1 billion Naira at the cinemas is no jokes. I am excited and honored to be part of the Celebrity that did cinema runs for @_atribecalledjudah in Ibadan. I saw fans clamoring for this movie, I saw fans giving great reviews. Aunty Funke I celebrate your resilience and intentionality in all you DO!!!!!. Have your flowers you deserve it!!!!. To everyone hardworking young man or young woman out there keep working hard your day of reward is coming!!!. Guys @_atribecalledjudah is a masterpiece MOVIE!!!!”

  • Actor Jide Ekene expresses joy as ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ hits N1billion sales

    Actor Jide Ekene expresses joy as ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ hits N1billion sales

    Nollywood actor, Jide Ekene, has taken to social media to show his delight as his latest and biggest film feature, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ makes history in the film industry.

    The Nation reported that the recent Nollywood film has achieved a remarkable feat by grossing over 1 billion Naira within three weeks of its release.

    Read Also: Funke Akindele breaks record as “A Tribe Called Judah” hits N1b at box office

    This unprecedented success places the movie as Nigeria’s highest-grossing Nollywood movie of all time, surpassing all expectations and previous records of Funke Akindele.

    In a post via X on Thursday night, Jide Ekene, who played the role of Emeka in the movie as Funke’s first son, expressed excitement over the massive milestone.

    Sharing the update from Wikipedia, the actor wrote: “According to the Numbers; Allow me to reintroduce myself; LEAD ACTOR; HIGHEST GROSSING FILM EVER in this parts of town. I am JIDEOFOR EKENEDILICHUKWU ACHUFUSI”

  • Funke Akindele breaks record as “A Tribe Called Judah” hits N1b at box office

    Funke Akindele breaks record as “A Tribe Called Judah” hits N1b at box office

    Seasoned Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has broken the record of being the first Nigerian to hit one billion naira gross in the box office with her blockbuster movie, A Tribe Called Judah.

    Funke’s movie is the fastest movie to hit one billion at the box office, the highest-grossing film of all time, and the highest-grossing Nollywood director of all time.

    There has been wild jubilation online as Nigerians took to their respective social media pages to celebrate Funke Akindele’s milestone in the movie industry.

    According to Wikipedia, the box office line-up asserts that Funke Akindele has made a whooping one billion, sixty million, seven hundred and eleven thousand, four hundred and ninety-one.

    Presently on the Wikipedia Nollywood grossing table, Funke Akindele’s movies, A Tribe Called Judah, Battle on Buka Street, and Omo Ghetto The Saga are respectively the highest-grossing Nollywood films of all time.

    Read Also: Funke Akindele unlucky in her personal life but she is dogged, resilient – Kate Henshaw

    According to the box office chart, Funke Akindele’s A Tribe Called Judah, Toyin Abraham’s Malaika, and Mercy Aigbe’s Ada Omo Daddy are respectively the highest-grossing screening movies.

    The Nation reported that in 2021, Funke Akindele broke another record in the Nigerian film industry.

    She beat her records for the highest-grossing film at the Nigeria box office.

    A post shared by Film One revealed that Funke Akindele’s Battle on Buka Street, broke the record of her 2020 released film, Omo Ghetto The Saga.

    Battle on Buka Street netted 640 million naira at the box office, beating Omo Ghetto the Saga of 636 million naira.

    Filmone on Instagram noted that the only competition the actress had was with herself.

  • Reactions as Funke Akindele hits N854 million gross with ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ movie

    Reactions as Funke Akindele hits N854 million gross with ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ movie

    Seasoned Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has broken her previous record as her latest cinema release ‘A tribe Called Judah’, hits N854 million gross in less than a month of its release.

    The Nation reported that the movie star’s film circulated the cinemas from December 15, 2023 as has since been making waves with a very large margin away from her previous records.

    The flyer stated that the movie had grossed N854 million and is currently the highest-grossing film ever in the history of movie production in Nigeria.

    While expressing appreciation to Nigerians, Funke Akindele said God is running it.

    She wrote, “Na God dey run am!!!”

    The latest achievement has sparked reactions from Nigerians as they commend Funke.

    @mirab_clothiers wrote: “Have you guys seen this? I don’t Stan rubbish oloun gbo. Road to 1billion, stop playing to the one who sets record and breaks it herself ⁦@funkeakindele Weldone Mama, you deserve this and 1billion views paapa 🙌🏾🙌🏾 maximum love and respect to your craft Ma’am”

    @olabodeeko wrote: “Ladies and gentlemen, Funke Akindele made a 10/10 movie with A Tribe Called Judah. You should see it if you haven’t. Great work from the cast and crew. Btw, who are those mumu lovebirds? It’s cute, tho. Genoveva is who she says she is and more. Brilliant actor.”

    @ijeoma_nn_ wrote: “Not only did Aunty @funkeakindele kill main production, she killed PR before and after! Who still works as hard as still creating contents for post work???!!!!!! That’s why you’re the best in the game! You too sabi”

    @shenkesbee wrote: “Totally worth it. The movie was very interesting but the most beautiful part is how she has been marketing the movie. Very inspiring. She didn’t even mind that she is popular and already has the fanbase, asides the money she must have spent on marketing, merchandise and the others. She has unlocked a whole new level of Movie marketing, and it’s beautiful to see. Wishing her greater heights! Totally deserving.”

    Read Also: God shames critics of Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’, says Juliana Olayode

    @fummy_die write: “Not surprised. The movie poster keeps following me everywhere I go. Publicity on steroids”

    @abimpe wrote: “Funke is the Queen of Nollywood. Give her her flowers”

    @simplyola wrote: “Producer first and foremost go and learn how to pick your title. The title alone is captivating that everyone will be willing to watch.”

    @pottersactering wrote: “The publicity was topnotch. Literally just got back from seeing this. Totally worth every hype!”

    @oyin wrote: “Why is testimony not in all these photos!! Her part was the highlight of this movie for me, she was always at the wrong place at the right time. Nobody is sha funke’s mate in this filmmaking business! She killed it through and through.”

  • A Tribe Called Judah: Funke Akindele thanks friends, family for support on movie premiere

    A Tribe Called Judah: Funke Akindele thanks friends, family for support on movie premiere

    Popular Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, expressed her gratitude on social media to all those who attended her recent movie premiere, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’, which held over the weekend.

    The event was graced by several celebrities including movie stars, reality TV stars, content creators, musicians, and comedians.

    The mother of two appreciated God for the successful premiere and also extended gratitude to her family, friends, and colleagues for coming out to celebrate and support her.

    Read Also: Funke Akindele launches production house

    She wrote: “OLUWASEUN!!!A big thank you to my family, friends, and colleagues for coming out to celebrate with me. God bless you all. A TRIBE CALLED JUDAH is a must-watch!!! You guys will love it!!!”