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  • Toyin Abraham’s ‘Alakada Bad and Boujee” hits N500m at box office

    Toyin Abraham’s ‘Alakada Bad and Boujee” hits N500m at box office

    Actress and filmmaker, Toyin Abraham, is celebrating a major achievement as her latest cinematic movie ‘Alakada Bad and Boujee’ gross N500 million at the box office, becoming the 5th highest-grossing movie of all time.

    Abraham expressed gratitude to her supporters, stating that she always strives to surpass her previous achievements and break boundaries in the film industry.

    Read Also: Toyin Abraham assures Iyabo Ojo of undying loyalty, support

    She revealed that she competes against her own past records, aiming to beat them with each new project.

    Abraham wrote: “Grateful for every step of this journey! From day one, I’ve always pushed myself to surpass my last achievement, and today, we’ve hit 500M Naira at the box office, making this the 5th highest-grossing movie of all time! Every time I step into the cinemas, I strive to do better than before, to break boundaries and set new standards. I compete against my last achievement always. Beating past record is the goal! This record stood to be broken in my next outing by God’s grace. This is just the beginning, and I’m beyond thankful to all my supporters who made this possible. We keep rising!”

  • Toyin Abraham assures Iyabo Ojo of undying loyalty, support

    Toyin Abraham assures Iyabo Ojo of undying loyalty, support

    Actress and filmmaker, Toyin Abraham, has penned a heartfelt tribute to her senior colleague, Iyabo Ojo, praising her strength, resilience, and kindness.

    Toyin shared a video from Iyabo’s daughter Priscilla’s engagement ceremony, expressing her joy at seeing Iyabo happy.

    She acknowledged Iyabo’s struggles and pains, as well as her dedication to raising her children without fear of God.

    Toyin also defended Iyabo against online criticism, attributing it to Iyabo’s willingness to fight for others and make those around her happy.

    Read Also: Toyin Abraham announces premiere date for “Iyalode” movie

    The actress promised to always stand by Iyabo, declaring her unwavering loyalty and support.

    She wrote: “Aunty Iyabo @iyaboojofespris I’m just going to write this my way and with my emotions, I see your struggles, I see your pain and I know how you brought your kids up with the fear of God that I know, Aunty Iyabo most times people drag you on social media has never being cos of something u did or whatever u have done but it’s always you fighting or standing up for people, you always want everyone around you happy and even people you don’t know, today I’m happy to witness your years of joy and happiness seeing Pricilia getting married to a good family, Aunty Iyabo today I’m giving you assurance I will always love u and stand by you, even if you are going inside water trusts me to follow u( I can’t swim but I don’t mind) I love u so much and I’m happy to witness this with you. You are such a good woman with a beautiful soul, you deserve this joy and blessing from God. I love you yesterday, today, and tomorrow Aunty mi @iyaboojofespris”.

  • Toyin Abraham announces premiere date for “Iyalode” movie

    Toyin Abraham announces premiere date for “Iyalode” movie

    Actress and filmmaker, Toyin Abraham, has revealed that her highly anticipated film, Iyalode, will hit cinemas on June 6, 2025, with an exclusive advanced screening on June 4.

    The movie features a star-studded cast, including Kehinde Bankole, Bukky Wright, Muyiwa Ademola, Wale Ojo, and Kolawole Ajeyemi.

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    “Iyalode is coming to cinemas on the 6th of June, and our advanced screening is on the 4th,” she said.

    Under the direction of Adebayo Tijani, “Iyalode” has been generating significant buzz since its completion in July 2024.

    The announcement was made at the FilmOne Exhibitors Showcase in Lagos, where Toyin Abraham shared her excitement for the film’s upcoming release.

  • Toyin Abraham’s ‘Alakada Bad and Boujee’ records N460m ticket sales

    Toyin Abraham’s ‘Alakada Bad and Boujee’ records N460m ticket sales

    Actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham is celebrating the impressive box office performance of her movie, Alakada Bad and Boujee which grossed N460 million.

    Toyin said the goal was to surpass the success of her previous film, and she has achieved just that, with Alakada Bad and Boujee grossing N460 million.

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    Expressing gratitude to fans, Toyin wrote: “The journey to beat my last record started immediately we were done with the production of Alakada. Yes, I wanted to do well in the box office but beating my last record and almost doubling it will be better than just doing well.

    “Alakada Bad and Boujee selling 460m is a catch. A sweet record. Thank you to everyone who have seen this movie, thank you and God bless. Please let’s go see it again and if you haven’t seen it, please let see it. Alakada is till showing in cinemas nationwide”.

  • Toyin Abraham’s ‘Alakada Bad and Bougee’ grosses N401m in box office 

    Toyin Abraham’s ‘Alakada Bad and Bougee’ grosses N401m in box office 

    Actress and filmmaker, Toyin Abraham, has achieved another feat with her movie ‘Alakada Bad and Bougee’ grossing N401 million at the box office.

    On her social media, Toyin expressed her gratitude to God, her fans, and supporters for making this milestone possible.

    She thanked everyone who watched the movie, stating that their love and supports have given life to the project.

    The actress also extended her appreciation to her loyal fan base, known as Toyin Titans, for their unwavering support and encouragement.

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    She wrote: “I am the one who has come back to say, Thank You. Thank You, God, for this extraordinary personal career milestone, a moment that feels like heaven smiling down on me. Your grace is undeniable, and I stand in awe of Your faithfulness.

    “To every single soul who has taken the time to watch Alakada Bad and Boujee, thank you from the depths of my heart. Your love and support have breathed life into this project, and I’m eternally grateful.

    “To my cherished Toyin Titans, my loyal family of believers and encouragers, thank you for riding this journey with me. Your unwavering support lifts me higher every day. Together, we are unstoppable, and we keep breaking barriers!”

  • Toyin Abraham’s “Alakada Bad and Boujee” ranks 5th in 2024 box office movies

    Toyin Abraham’s “Alakada Bad and Boujee” ranks 5th in 2024 box office movies

    Actress and producer Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi is basking in the success of her latest film, “Alakada Bad and Boujee,” which has ranked fifth among the highest-grossing movies of 2024, with a box office haul of over N200 million. 

    In a celebratory post, Toyin Abraham expressed her heartfelt gratitude to her fans for their unwavering support, which enabled her to achieve this remarkable milestone in a record-breaking 11 days. 

    With her eyes firmly fixed on the future, Toyin Abraham is already gearing up for an even bigger and stronger 2025. 

    She emphasised that 2024 was all about pushing boundaries, breaking records, and reaching new heights, leaving no room for distractions or petty conversations. 

    Read Also: Toyin Abraham, Mercy Aigbe criticise cinemas for cutting screen time for their movies

    “Thank you, 2024! And thank you, Toyin Titans, for making Alakada: Bad and Boujee the 5th highest-grossing movie of 2024 in just 11 days; I mean, in just 11 DAYS! What an incredible milestone for me! 

    “But we’re not stopping there. We’re heading into 2025 stronger than ever, ready to set even bigger records! Alakada is still lighting up cinemas. 

    “This year, we’re focused on breaking records and reaching new heights to inspire others. No time for small things, small-minded conversations, or distractions. It’s all about growth, success, and making history! Let’s keep shining!” she wrote.

  • Toyin Abraham, Mercy Aigbe criticise cinemas for cutting screen time for their movies

    Toyin Abraham, Mercy Aigbe criticise cinemas for cutting screen time for their movies

    Actresses and filmmakers Toyin Abraham and Mercy Aigbe have expressed their disappointment over some cinemas not showing their latest movies.

    Mercy Aigbe apologised to her fans on social media, revealing that some cinemas were not screening her movie “Thinline” despite having scheduled showtimes.

    She assured her fans that she is working to resolve the issue.

    “Good morning beautiful people, I have been getting a lot of complaints about some cinemas not showing Thinline despite having showtimes. Please, I want to apologise. We are working on it, and hopefully, this will be resolved soon,” she wrote.

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    Similarly, Toyin Abraham celebrated her movie “Alakada Bad and Boujee” hitting N134 million in cinemas, but also expressed disappointment that it was not being shown in many cinemas and the screen time allocated to her film is discouraging. 

    She thanked her fans for their support and expressed gratitude for their loyalty.

    In contrast, Funke Akindele’s movie “Everybody Loves Jenifa” continues to dominate the box office, grossing over $190,000 in the diaspora within eight days of its premiere, in addition to N783 million in Nigeria.

    Akindele celebrated the success on Instagram, thanking her cast, colleagues, and fans for their support.

  • Toyin Abraham’s ‘Alakada: Bad and Boujee’ hits N134m in seven days  

    Toyin Abraham’s ‘Alakada: Bad and Boujee’ hits N134m in seven days  

    Actress Toyin Abraham has expressed her gratitude and excitement after her latest movie, “Alakada: Bad and Boujee,” broke her previous box office record.

    According to Toyin, her previous year’s record showed N52 million in earnings after seven days, while this year’s movie has already grossed N134 million within the same timeframe, representing a 157.69% increase.

    Toyin attributed her success to her God, expressing her gratitude for helping her achieve this feat.

    She also thanked her fans, cinemas, and everyone who has supported her movie.

    In her post, Toyin wrote, “God of my journey, thank you. I am grateful that you helped me beat my last record! I am my own competition!

    Last year, I made 52m after seven days; this year, I made 134M after seven days. That is over a 157.69% increase. God, I am that woman who returns to say thank you.

    Read Also: Muyiwa Ademola celebrates Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham’s box office triumphs

    “To my fans and everyone who has watched Alakada: Bad and Boujee, thank you. Despite everything, you stood your ground and made me a happy woman. Ẹṣé gan ó. Mo dúpé.

    “To the cinemas, especially the ones that have made it clear that their goal is for the industry to grow and support every movie irrespective of who is distributing it, thank you. And to those cinemas that made it clear they don’t want us to succeed, God has proven Himself to be greater than man—thank you, Lord.

    “Please, everyone, Alakada is still showing in cinemas nationwide. Let’s keep watching it. Thank you once again for watching”.

  • Toyin Abraham clears the air on controversial post 

    Toyin Abraham clears the air on controversial post 

    …says it was not a jab at Funke Akindele, Mercy Aigbe 

    Filmmaker and actress Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi has addressed the controversy surrounding a recent social media post, which some fans interpreted as a subtle dig at her colleagues, Funke Akindele and Mercy Aigbe. 

    The controversy arose after Toyin shared a statement appreciating her fans for supporting her movie, “Alakada: Bad and Boujee.”

    In her post, she wrote, “Without expecting a gift or inducement at the box office to buy our tickets, you’ve stood by us, and we are deeply grateful.” 

    Clarifying the intent of her message, Toyin explained that it was directed at expressing gratitude to her fans who watched the movie without demanding giveaways or incentives.

    Read Also: Toyin Abraham’s “Alakada Bad and Boujee” hit N58m in cinemas

    She disclosed that some fans had refused to see the film, citing reports of other actors hosting meet-and-greet events with additional perks to attract viewers. 

    Toyin stressed that her words were not meant to shade anyone but to genuinely thank her supporters for their unwavering love. She noted that the success of the movie is a reflection of the audience’s loyalty and appreciation. 

    The actress concluded by reiterating her gratitude, emphasising the importance of her fans’ support in her career journey.

    She wrote on Instagram: “I have seen many messages suggesting that my post about the three-day box office performance of Alakada: Bad and Boujee was intended as shade.

    “Please, that is not true. I am genuinely appreciative of those who have been watching the movie in cinemas without receiving any gifts.

    “People hosting meet-and-greet events for me have been coming back with feedback that some people are asking for gifts before watching the movie, while some are watching without asking for any incentives.

    “The movie itself is a gift of love and hard work and is packed with quality entertainment. Therefore, reaching the milestone of ₦58 million in sales in just three days is a true testament to the love and support of those to whom I couldn’t give anything.

    “Thanking them sincerely is my goal, not shading anyone, and once again, thank you for seeing my movie.”

  • Toyin Abraham’s “Alakada Bad and Boujee” hit N58m in cinemas

    Toyin Abraham’s “Alakada Bad and Boujee” hit N58m in cinemas

    Filmmaker and actress, Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi has expressed her gratitude to fans for supporting her latest film, “Alakada Bad and Boujee,” which has broken records with over 50 million naira at the box office.

    In a lengthy Instagram post, Toyin thanked her fans for their love and support, subtly shading those who offer gifts to entice fans to watch their films.

    Although she didn’t mention names, actresses Funke Akindele and Mercy Aigbe have been known to offer gifts to fans at cinema screenings.

    She wrote on Instagram: “With an overwhelming outpouring of love, kindness, and compassion from fans all across the country, we were able to make this as our opening weekend figure. Thank you for watching and supporting us.

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    “Without expecting gift or inducement at the box office to buy our tickets, you’ve stood by us, and we are deeply grateful.

    “However, we’ve learned that #AlakadaBadAndBoujee isn’t showing in many cinemas.

    “Nigerians, thank you from the bottom of my heart! This support means the world to me. Please, let’s keep the momentum going—spread the word far and wide, Alakada Bad and Boujee! Is showing in all the cinemas. I love you all endlessly.”