Posted by Samuel on Tue 27th Jan, 2026 - tori.ng
Also, celebrating her achievement, the actress in an Instagram post, appreciated her fans and the general public for their support.
The Nigerian government has applauded actress Toyin Abraham after her latest movie, Oversabi Aunty, grossed ₦1 billion at the Nigerian box office.
The movie which was released December 19, 2025, grossed N1 billion on Monday.
Reacting to Toyin Abraham’s achievement, the Federal Government, through the Nigeria Film Corporation, described the new record as “as another strong signal of progress for the nation’s creative economy”.
The Corporation in a statement shared by its managing director, Ali Nuhu, said: “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.”
Also, celebrating her achievement, the actress in an Instagram post, appreciated her fans and the general public for their support.