Top ten grossing films of 2024
By Ayo Onikoyi
In 2024, Nollywood achieved significant box office success, with the top 10 highest-grossing Nigerian films collectively contributing over ₦3.24 billion to the Nigerian box office.
Also in 2024, Nigerian films achieved a significant milestone by securing 50.4% of box office revenue, surpassing foreign films.
Top 10 grossing Nigerian movies of 2024:
Queen Lateefah
Directed by Adeoluwa Owu, this drama film stars Wumi Toriola in the titular role. It became the highest-grossing Nigerian film of 2024, earning ₦357,711,417.
Àjosepò
A comedy-drama directed by Kayode Kasum, ‘Àjosepò’ tells the story of a young couple preparing for their wedding amidst family tensions and secrets. It grossed ₦257,254,189.
Beast of Two Worlds: Ajakaju
This Yoruba-language film, directed by Adebayo Tijani and Odunlade Adekola, and produced by Eniola Ajao earned ₦252,801,675.
Lakatabu
A crime thriller that maintained its top spot for two weeks in July, grossing ₦202,253,250.
The Farmer’s Bride
Directed by Adebayo Tijani and Jack’enneth Opukeme, this film collected ₦164,143,345.
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti
Directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters, this biographical film grossed ₦157,096,847.
A Tribe Called Judah
A Nollywood masterpiece that resonated deeply with local audiences, grossing an impressive ₦610.7 million.
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