Dare Babalola
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has congratulated Actress Funke Akindele on the box office success of her film “Behind The Scene” (BTS), which has grossed over ₦2.4 billion and continues to attract audiences nationwide.
In a statement issued by the Executive Director/CEO of the NFVCB, Dr. Shaibu Husseini on Tuesday, the Board praised Akindele’s achievement, saying it marks another milestone in Nigerian cinema and solidifies her position as a leading figure in the industry.
The Board highlighted the significance of the filmmaker’s sustained box office dominance, observing that she has now recorded record-shattering cinema performances for four consecutive years.
“This level of consistency reflects not only creative excellence, but also a deep understanding of audience engagement and the evolving dynamics of film production, distribution, and exhibition in Nigeria,” the statement noted.
The NFVCB, Nigeria’s film regulatory body, reaffirmed its commitment to recognising excellence that boosts the growth and sustainability of the Nigerian audiovisual industry.
The NFVCB plans to honour Funke Akindele with a Box Office Queen Award for 2023, 2024, and 2025, in recognition of her film’s outstanding performance.
The award ceremony will feature the Honourable Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, and top female executives.
The Executive Director stated that arrangements are underway to present the award at a convenient time, following Akindele’s busy schedule.
Similarly, the NFVCB has commended Toyin Abraham on the box office success of her directorial debut, Oversabi Auntie, which has grossed over ₦1 billion.
The Board described the achievement as historic, noting that the film is now among the top four highest-grossing Nollywood films, marking a successful start to Abraham’s directing career.
According to the statement, the success of Oversabi Auntie underscores Ms. Abraham’s versatility and growing creative influence, as well as the expanding possibilities for filmmakers who are redefining storytelling and audience connection in contemporary Nollywood.
“We at the NFVCB congratulate both filmmakers on their respective milestones. We consider their achievements as strong indicators of the industry’s continued growth, resilience, and global promise,” the ED concluded.
