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These are the top 10 highest-grossing Nigerian movies in 2024

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These are the top 10 highest grossing Nigerian movies in 2024

We curated a list of ten highest-grossing movies of the year so far.

The year has been amazing so far, with a continual release and outstanding performances hitting the big screens every month. We have put together the top 10 highest-grossing movies of 2024 thus far.

Nollywood has seen a remarkable evolution over the past few decades, transforming into one of the largest film industries in the world. In 2024, Nollywood continues to break new ground in terms of storytelling, production quality and box office achievements. With a unique blend of rich cultural narratives, vibrant characters, and innovative filmmaking techniques, the industry has captivated audiences both locally and internationally.

Last year, filmmaker Funke Akindele made remarkable achievements setting a new record with her movie A Tribe Called Judah. It grossed over ₦1.4 billion, making it the highest-grossing Nigerian movie of 2023.

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Here is an overview of the highest-grossing Nigerian films of the year so far. This ranking is based on data provided by the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN).

10. Farmer’s Bride (138 M)

Set in 1980s Ibadan, Farmer’s Bride tale of Odun, a wealthy, lonely farmer, who seeks solace in marriage with a young bride, Funmi. However, their union is fraught with challenges as Funmi struggles to find happiness and eventually embarks on a forbidden affair with Odun’s nephew. The consequences of their actions lead to a haunting tale of love, betrayal, and the supernatural.

Released to the cinemas on September 27, 2024, the film boasts a stellar cast, including Tobi Bakre, Gbubemi Ejeye, Femi Branch, Mercy Aigbe, Efe Irele, and Wumi Toriola.

Still showing across cinemas nationwide, Farmer’s Bride holds the 10th spot of the highest-grossing Nigerian films. It has a current earning of ₦138 million.

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9. What About Us (₦103.7M)

Released on June 12, 2024, What About Us grossed ₦24.6 million in its first three days and went on to become the highest-grossing film for the weekend of July 12-14, 2024. With a total cumulative of ₦103.7Million, the feature movie currently holds the 9th highest-grossing Nigerian cinematic release Produced by Emmanuel Iren and directed by Kayode Kasum, What About Us? follows a couple whose struggling relationship is further strained when a new couple moves in next door. The wife begins a relationship with the husband next door; a relationship too close to be platonic. The film explores the complexities of a couple’s relationship. The cast includes; Uzor Arukwe, Folu Storms, Kunle Remi, Teniola Aladese, Seyi Awolowo, Marycolette Unamka, and Atlanta Bridget Johnson.

8. All’s Fair in Love (₦132M)

This movie marked Deyemi Okanlawon’s debut as a film producer. It earned ₦7.6 million in ticket sales on February 14, 2024, the day it premiered followed by ₦10.4 million during its advanced screenings and rounded up its cinematic run with ₦132 million.

Directed by Kayode Kasum, the film revolves around two best friends and business partners whose relationship is tested. They both fall in love with the same woman, which creates a love triangle. Its stars include Timini Egbuson, Deyemi Okanlawon, Buhle Samuels, Ireti Doyle and Lateef Adedimeji.

7. Blacksmith: Alagbede (₦103.7M)

Blacksmith is 7th on the list, grossing ₦103.7 million after starting with ₦11.3 million. The Yoruba drama-comedy is a love story between a blacksmith and a school teacher. Directed by Usman Ogunlade, the film features Femi Adebayo, Gabriel Afolayan, Kareem Adepoju and Kehinde Bankole.

6. Muri & Ko (₦136M)

The comedy-drama Muri & Ko surpassed the ₦50 million mark in its first week of release in June. Within three weeks, it had grossed over ₦80 million. its total earnings stands at ₦136 million. Directed by Biodun Stephen, it features Kunle Remi, Bisola Aiyeola, and Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori (Kiekie). Muri and Ko tells the story of a Lagos street hustler whose life is turned upside down after he steals a car with an 8-year-old child inside.

5. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti (₦157M)

5th on the list is the Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti biopic by Bolanle Austen-Peters. The epic garnered so many positive reviews and even won the Best Movie of the Year at the 2023 edition of AFRIFF. It grossed ₦157 million at the Nigerian Box Office. Featuring Kehinde Bankole as lead, it portrays the life of the Nigerian activist and mother of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti. Written by Tunde Babalola the movie tells the tale of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s mother, from her groundbreaking years as the first female pupil at Abeokuta Grammar School to her union with Israel Ransome-Kuti. Together with her husband, Funmilayo opposed injustice and founded the Abeokuta Women’s Union. This led to a bloody conflict with traditional and colonial leaders who stood in the way of justice.

Other cast includes veteran actor Joke Silva, best lead actress AMVCA 2024 Kehinde Bankole, Adunni Ade, Iyimide Ayo-Olumoko, Ibrahim Suleiman, Adebayo Salami, Omowunmi Dada, Jide Kosoko, Delete Odule, Bikiya Graham-Douglas, Yewande Osamein and Iremide Adeoye.

4. Lakatabu (₦202.2M)

This crime thriller held the top spot for two weeks in July, grossing ₦168 million in that month alone. The Yoruba-language film, written and produced by Odunlade Adekola, tells the story of a terrorising criminal who meets his downfall after taking his enemy’s daughter hostage. Its box office earnings totalled ₦202.2 million, making it one of 2024’s most successful indigenous releases. Its earnings place it as the 4th highest-grossing movie for 2024.

3. Ajakaju: Beasts of Two Worlds (₦252.8M)

First-time cinematic producer, Eniola Ajao, smashed the box office earning ₦100 million in just five days of the film’s release. Directed by Odunlade Adekola, the Yoruba-language film follows a king’s desperate search for an heir to secure his throne. The epic became popular for its solid storytelling and rounded its cinematic run with ₦252.8 million making it 3rd on the list. Its cast includes Eniola Ajao, Odunlade Adekola, Sola Sobowale, Femi Adebayo, Lateef Adedimeji, Fathia Balogun, Bimbo Akintola, and Olayode Juliana

2. Ajosepo (₦257.2M)

In the 2nd place is the comedy-drama Ajosepo. Directed by award-winning director, Kayode Kasum, the story follows a young couple’s wedding preparations, only for tension, secrets, and family conflicts to jeopardise the big day. The film had the internet buzzing especially for its star-studded cast which includes Timini Egbuson, Tomike Adeoye, Bisola Ayieola, Mercy Aigbe, Yemi Solade and Mike Afolarin.

Ajosepo raked in ₦51.9 million in its first week of release. It grossed a total of ₦257.2 million at closing.

1. Queen Lateefah (₦260.M)

Sitting at the top of the list is Queen Lateefah by first-time cinematic producer Wumi Toriola. Currently, still showing across cinemas nationwide, it has a cumulative earning of ₦269,534,042. The movie already made an impressive start with ₦57 million in its first weekend of release. With only a month into its cinematic run, Toriola has everyone anticipating the new record Queen Lateefah will break. Directed by Adeoluwa Owu, Queen Lateefah follows the life of Lateefah Adeleke, a 30-year-old businesswoman who claims to have travelled the world, and belongs to a high society status. Her encounter with Jide Rhodes, a 35-year-old businessman reveals all her hidden secrets. Sadly, Lateefah is not who she claims she is as she was raised in abject poverty and is the only child of an illiterate mother. She lives in a dilapidated building with eccentric neighbours. Her cool manners, fancy clothes and wild claims are a result of her greatest strength: Telling LIES.

The cast includes Kunle Remi, Femi Adebayo, Nancy Isime, Bimbo Manuel, Elvina Ibru, Enioluwa, and Gbubemi Ejeye.

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2025 BET Awards: Ayra Starr, Tems, Burna Boy, Rema, others bag nominations; See Full List

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Album of the Year Best Female R&B/Pop Artist Best Male R&B/Pop Artist Best Group Best Collaboration Best Female Hip Hop Artist Best Male Hip Hop Artist Video of the Year Video Director of the Year Best New Artist Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award Viewer’s Choice Award Best International Act Best New International Act BET Her

The 2025 BET Awards are shaping up to be a celebration of Nigerian excellence, per usual, with Afrobeats stars leading the charge on the international stage. This year’s nominees list shows a strong presence of the genre’s powerhouses making global waves.

Mavin Records’ golden girl Ayra Starr scored an impressive three nominations, bagging nods for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, Best New Artist, and Best International Act. Her recognition further cements her status as a global force in the music scene.

Tems, known for her haunting vocals and soulful lyricism, picked up two nominations in the BET Her category for her empowering tracks ‘Burning’ and ‘Hold On’.

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The Nigerian wave didn’t stop there. Burna Boy, Rema, and Shallipopi also earned well-deserved nominations.

On the global front, Kendrick Lamar leads all nominees with 10 nods, followed closely by Doechii, Future, GloRilla, and Drake with six nominations each. Metro Boomin, SZA, and The Weeknd also earned multiple nominations.

The winners will be revealed during the live ceremony on June 9 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, broadcast on BET.

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Here’s the full list of nominees:

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Album of the Year

$ome $exy $ongs 4 U
Drake & Partynextdoor

11:11 Deluxe
Chris Brown

Alligator Bites Never Heal
Doechii

Cowboy Carter
Beyoncé

Glorious
GloRilla

GNX
Kendrick Lamar

Hurry Up Tomorrow
The Weeknd

We Don’t Trust You
Future & Metro Boomin

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Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

Ari Lennox

Ayra Starr

Coco Jones

Kehlani

Muni Long

Summer Walker

SZA

Victoria Monét

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

Bruno Mars

Chris Brown

Drake

Fridayy

Leon Thomas

Teddy Swims

The Weeknd

Usher

Best Group

Common & Pete Rock

Drake & Partynextdoor

Flo

Future & Metro Boomin

Jacquees & Dej Loaf

Larry June, 2 Chainz, The Alchemist

Maverick City Music

Best Collaboration

30 For 30
SZA feat. Kendrick Lamar

Alter Ego
Doechii feat. JT

Are You Even Real
Teddy Swims feat. Givēon

Beckham
Dee Billz feat. Kyle Richh, Kai Swervo, KJ Swervo

Bless
Lil Wayne, Wheezy & Young Thug

Like That
Future & Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar

Luther
Kendrick Lamar & SZA

Sticky
Tyler, The Creator feat. GloRilla, Sexyy Red & Lil Wayne

Timeless
The Weeknd feat. Playboi Carti

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Best Female Hip Hop Artist

Cardi B

Doechii

Doja Cat

GloRilla

Latto

Megan Thee Stallion

Nicki Minaj

Rapsody

Sexyy Red

Best Male Hip Hop Artist

BigXthaPlug

Bossman DLow

Burna Boy

Drake

Future

Kendrick Lamar

Key Glock

Lil Wayne

Tyler, The Creator

Video of the Year

3AM in Tokeyo
Key Glock

A Bar Song (Tipsy)
Shaboozey

After Hours
Kehlani

Denial Is a River
Doechii

Family Matters
Drake

Not Like Us
Kendrick Lamar

Timeless
The Weeknd feat. Playboi Carti

Type Shit
Future, Metro Boomin, Travis Scott & Playboi Carti

Video Director of the Year

Anderson .Paak

B Pace Productions & Jacquees

Benny Boom

Cactus Jack

Cole Bennett

Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar

Dave Meyers

Foggieraw

Tyler, The Creator

Best New Artist

Ayra Starr

BigXthePlug

Bossman DLow

Dee Billz

Leon Thomas

October London

Shaboozey

Teddy Swims

Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award

A God (There Is)
Common & Pete Rock feat. Jennifer Hudson

Amen
Pastor Mike Jr.

Better Days
Fridayy

Church Doors
Yolanda Adams feat. Sir The Baptist & Donald Lawrence (Terry Hunter Remix)

Constant
Maverick City Music, Jordin Sparks, Chandler Moore & Anthony Gargiula

Deserve to Win
Tamela Mann

Faith
Rapsody

Rain Down on Me
GloRilla feat. Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music

Viewer’s Choice Award

Residuals
Chris Brown

Denial Is a River
Doechii

Nokia
Drake

Like That
Future & Metro Boomin feat. Kendrick Lamar

TGIF
GloRilla

Not Like Us
Kendrick Lamar

Luther
Kendrick Lamar & SZA

Brokey
Latto

Best International Act

Any Gabrielly (Brazil)

Ayra Starr (Nigeria)

Basky (UK)

Black Sherif (Ghana)

Ezra Collective (UK)

Joé Dwèt Filé (France)

MC Luanna (Brazil)

Rema (Nigeria)

SDM (France)

Tyla (South Africa)

Uncle Waffles (Swaziland)

Best New International Act

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ICYMI: Tacha slams Ayra Starr, Tems, Burna Boy’s looks at the Met Gala

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May 8, 2025

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Reality TV star and influencer Tacha Akide has sparked conversation online after sharing her unfiltered thoughts on the red carpet appearances of Nigerian celebrities at the 2025 Met Gala.

In a social media post that has since gone viral, Tacha expressed her disappointment with the looks served by Tems, Ayra Starr, and Burna Boy, all of whom made history as part of the first wave of Afrobeats stars to grace fashion’s biggest night.

I think someone had to say it. So the Nigerians at the Met Gala did not represent and this is coming from a place of love. You know I love Ayra Starr and Tems, and I’m crazy about Burna Boy but trust me, they didn’t represent at all.

just had to say iT!!! pic.twitter.com/E7bJPTSy4u
— TACHA🔱🇬🇭 🇳🇬 (@Symply_Tacha) May 7, 2025

She broke down the fashion looks of the celebs, starting with Tems, whose outfit she claimed to not understand.

Girl I get that the outfit was Oswald Boteng but it’s very clear that you weren’t their first choice because I’m not even understanding this outfit at all. Haven’t you heard of veekee James or Swanky Jerry? They would have brought the moon down for your outfit with pure creativity.

Next, she highlighted Ayra Starr’s outfit, stressing that it looked rushed and not completely thought through.

Now to Ayra Starr, you’re our future of Afrobeats our gen Z baddie. You cannot be wearing that to the met gala, it’s giving last minute or you weren’t informed. Do you know what veekee James. The look is giving Mary Amaka, please don’t do it again. If these designers don’t want you as their first choice please come home .

Burna boy you always kill the red carpet, what happened? You never miss but this time you did. You know we love you but next time let come correct.

She concluded by saying, “Let’s not even lie even Priscilla’s wedding served us better looks. One thing Nigerians are known for is music and also fashion sense. I love my people but someone had to say it.”

As would be expected, Tacha’s video sparked reactions and equal outrage, with mant taking the opportunity to educta her about how the Met Gala actually works.

See some reactions below:

You’re only skilled at video editing; beyond that, there’s nothing in your head!

Aunty Tacha….the designers buy tables then invite celebs and dress them to showcase their designs. You for dey ask questions before you whip out camera. 🤦‍♂️

As if veekee James and the other Nigerians you mentioned have $75,000 to purchase a ticket to showcase their works. girl just critique their outfit and go, stop giving advice on what/who they should wear cos you’re clueless on how the METGALA works.

The reason most celebs wear outfits by certain designers is cause these designers pay for their ticket. It’s $75,000 per ticket. Will Vicki James pay that for Ayra Star?

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Davido's cousin and I are just friends – Nasty Blaq clarifies

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Amid the swirling speculations regarding his relationship with Davido’s cousin Niko, Nigerian skit maker Nasty Blaq has set the record straight that they are just friends.

The renowned skit maker took to X to clarify the situation, stressing that the only person he is romantically involved with is his partner, Esther.

The Loml is Esther. I and Nikos are just very good friends. Bloggers please stop the agenda.

The Loml is Esther. I and Nikos are just very good friends. Bloggers please stop the agenda 🤦🏾‍♂️
— NASTY BLAQ (@NastyBlaq) May 6, 2025

The statement comes after the pair collaborated on a comedy skit, leading to online chatter and subtle speculation suggesting something more than friendship between him and Niko. But Nasty Blaq’s clarification seems to have split social media users, with some applauding his openness while others questioned the need for an explanation in the first place.

Some others told him to focus on the football match that was airing at the time he made the post.

Reactions:

A very silly agenda by the bloggers

Why you dey explain?

Bloggers no talk anything….na u want make dem talk am.We all know she is for Young Jon

You go explain explain tire no evidence 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂

Good as you clear the air..

And I know why it’s not even about the bloggers lol

But you suppose de watch ball like this you no hold any body any explanation

A man can never be just friends with a woman he’s attracted to. Even if you’re not attracted to your female bestie, if she opens on a good day you go still knack if you no get dk discipline.