The Federal Government has congratulated Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham following the outstanding box office success of her latest movie, Oversabi Aunty, which has grossed N1 billion in Nigerian cinemas.
Nigerian Newssphere reports that the film, released on December 19, 2025, crossed the N1 billion mark on Monday, further cementing Abraham’s status as one of Nollywood’s most commercially successful filmmakers.
Reacting to the milestone, the Federal Government, through the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), described the achievement as another strong indicator of growth in Nigeria’s creative economy and expressed optimism about even greater accomplishments within the industry.
In a statement issued by the Managing Director of the Corporation, Ali Nuhu, the NFC noted that the feat places Abraham in an elite group of filmmakers whose works resonate culturally while also delivering strong commercial returns in a highly competitive cinema market.
According to the statement, Oversabi Aunty demonstrates how locally grounded stories, when well produced and strategically marketed, can achieve remarkable reach and impact. The corporation added that the film’s success reflects a strong understanding of the Nigerian audience, effective distribution, and the expanding cinema-going culture across the country.
Meanwhile, Toyin Abraham also took to Instagram to express gratitude to her fans and the general public for their overwhelming support, describing the achievement as a shared victory.
