Afrigather Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday, congratulated Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, on the success of her newest film, “A Tribe Known as Judah.”
The PUNCH experiences that “A Tribe Known as Judah” broke a field workplace document inside 21 days of its launch in cinemas to change into the primary Nollywood movie to gross N 1bn.
In a put up on his X deal with on Saturday, the governor wrote, “I lengthen my hearty congratulations to #funkeakindele for the exceptional success of ‘A Tribe Known as Judah.’
“This movie has not solely shattered field workplace information by changing into the primary Nigerian film to earn 1 billion naira in home theatres, nevertheless it additionally stands as a narrative of development, the spirit of Nollywood and Nigeria.”
Sanwo-Olu added that the success additionally highlights the numerous position girls play within the movie business, and celebrated the forged for his or her efforts.
He wrote, “As a female-led initiative, it additionally showcases the ability and affect girls wield within the movie business, inspiring numerous others to purpose for greatness.
“A giant properly achieved to the forged: Timini Egbuson, Jide Kene Achufusi, Uzee Usman, Tobi Makinde, Olumide Oworu, Genoveva Umeh, Nse Ikpe Etim, Juliana Olayode, Uzor Arukwe, Fathia Balogun, Yvonne Jegede and plenty of others in addition to the excellent crew.
“Celebrating the magic of Lagos’ artistic business, we additionally have a good time Toyin Abraham, Mercy Aigbe-Adeoti, and all of the passionate minds behind fascinating motion pictures like ‘Malaika,’ and ‘Ada, Omo Daddy.’ Your artistry is diversifying our economic system and galvanizing greatness.”
The PUNCH experiences that President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, whereas congratulating Funke Akindele on her record-setting movie, recommended her for her contributions to the expansion of the business, and celebrated the creativity and abilities of the Nigeria’s leisure business.
The Labour Occasion presidential candidate, Peter Obi, whereas lauding the actress, additionally famous that the film mirrored a few of the advanced challenges confronted by many less-privileged households in Nigeria.
