Nigerian actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele, alongside Tunde Olaoye, has been announced as the highest-grossing film directors of 2024.
Their collaborative work on the film Everybody Loves Jenifa achieved remarkable success, grossing an impressive ₦1.6 billion across cinemas nationwide.
This milestone was revealed by Filmone, a leading Nigerian film distribution company, on its official Instagram page, @filmoneng, on Wednesday. The achievement cements Akindele and Olaoye’s position as key players in Nollywood, showcasing their ability to craft compelling stories that resonate with audiences.
The film’s massive success further underscores the growing appeal of Nigerian cinema and the immense talent driving the industry forward.
Adebayo Tijani emerged as the second highest-grossing film director for “Beast of Two Worlds: Ajakaju”, “Alakada Bad and Boujee”, and “Farmer’s Bride”.
Also, Kayode Kasum became the third highest-grossing director for 2024 for “Ajosepe”, “All’s Fair in Love”, and “What About Us”.
Odunlade Adekola made the fourth highest-grossing director for “Beast of Two Worlds: Ajakaju” and “Lakatabu” while Adeoluwa Owu clinched the fifth-highest-grossing director for “Queen Lateefah” and “When Love Strikes”.
Toka McBaror emerged as the sixth highest-grossing director for “The Waiter”, and Jack Opukeme made the seventh for “Farmer’s Bride”.
Bolanle Austen-Peters clinched the eighth highest-grossing director for “Funmilayo Ransome Kuti”, while Biodun Stephen made the ninth for “Muri & Ko”.
Omoni Oboli emerged as the tenth highest-grossing director for “Wives on Strike: The Uprising”.