A Tribe Called Judah becomes highest-earning Nigerian film

“A Tribe Called Judah” is now the top-earning Nigerian film, having generated over $1m in domestic box office sales since its release on December 15th last year.

In only three weeks, A Tribe Called Judah accomplished an extraordinary milestone.

The film has grossed over $1m in domestic theatres since it was released on 15 December last year.

Funke Akindele, the Nigerian actor, director, and producer, expressed gratitude to her fans for achieving a significant milestone. Posting on Instagram, she thanked the Lord, Nigeria, and Ghana, receiving an outpouring of congratulations.

At 46, Akindele solidified her position as Nollywood’s top-grossing director. Her film, “A Tribe Called Judah,” is poised to surpass earnings in Nigerian theaters, even surpassing the acclaimed Hollywood hit “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” previously holding the country’s top-grossing film record.

FilmOne Entertainment, the film’s distributor, emphasized that this accomplishment extends beyond numbers. It speaks to the potency of storytelling, cultural pride, and Nollywood’s unwavering spirit. They lauded the film as a “cultural gem” and hailed Akindele’s dedication to storytelling, highlighting her significant contribution to Nigerian cinema’s vibrant landscape.

“A Tribe Called Judah” has garnered praise from critics and fans alike, boasting impressive ratings on various movie review platforms. Inspired by Akindele’s late mother, the film centers on a single mother and her five sons devising a plan to rob a mall amidst financial hardships. Akindele dedicated the film to her mother, making it a heartfelt tribute.