NFC congratulates Toyin Abraham on ‘Oversabi Aunty’ N1bn milestone

The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) has congratulated Toyin Abraham on the remarkable success of her directorial debut, “Oversabi Aunty,” which has grossed over N1 billion at the box office.

In a statement on Instagram, NFC CEO, Dr. Ali Nuhu, praised the film’s cultural relevance, strong distribution strategy, and the growing cinema-going culture in Nigeria.

He noted that “Oversabi Aunty” showcases the power of locally rooted stories and strategic marketing in achieving extraordinary reach and impact.

The NFC acknowledged the collective effort behind the project and looks forward to more industry milestones, reinforcing the message that Nigerian filmmakers can build big films, command big audiences, and deliver results at home and beyond.

Nuhu wrote, “Every industry reaches certain moments that quietly signal growth. The Nigerian Film Corporation recognizes one of such moments in the remarkable box office journey of Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi’s Oversabi Aunty, which has now officially crossed the ₦1 billion mark in Nigerian cinemas.

“This achievement places Ms. Abraham in the prestigious league of filmmakers whose works have not only connected culturally with audiences but have also demonstrated strong commercial viability in an increasingly competitive cinema market.

“Oversabi Aunty is a clear example of how locally rooted stories, when properly produced and strategically marketed, can achieve extraordinary reach and impact. The film’s success reflects a deep understanding of the Nigerian audience, a strong distribution strategy, and the growing cinema-going culture across the country.

“Beyond the numbers, this milestone represents something more important: the expanding economic credibility of Nollywood. Crossing the ₦1 billion threshold is no longer an anomaly; it is becoming a benchmark that proves Nigerian cinema can sustain large-scale investment, return value, and long theatrical runs.

“The Corporation also acknowledges the collective effort behind this project from the creative and technical teams to distributors, exhibitors, and the audiences whose consistent support transformed this film into a commercial landmark.

“Toyin Abraham’s journey with Oversabi Aunty reinforces a powerful message to the industry: Nigerian filmmakers can build big films, command big audiences, and deliver big results at home and beyond.

“The Nigerian Film Corporation celebrates this achievement as another strong signal of progress for the nation’s creative economy and looks forward to even greater milestones from the industry.”