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The Nigerian government has celebrated actress Toyin Abraham, after her newly released movie, ‘Oversabi Aunty’, grossed N1 billion in Nigerian cinemas.
The movie, which was released on 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 “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.
