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Nollywood actress and filmmaker Jaiye Kuti has recorded another box office milestone as her latest movie Jayeola Monje: The Anniversary earns a total of N24.5 million in Nigerian cinemas.
The figure was confirmed on Monday by the film’s distributor, Nile Entertainment, who celebrated the achievement in a post shared on social media.
The company expressed gratitude to moviegoers for their support, noting that the film continues to gain traction weeks after its release.
According to the distributor, the movie’s success reflects the strong reception it has received from audiences across the country since it premiered in cinemas earlier this month.
The production opened with an impressive N11.8 million during its first weekend, before steadily growing to its current cumulative earnings of N24.5 million.
Jayeola Monje: The Anniversary is a continuation of the popular Jayeola Monje film series, a franchise that has become well-known among Yoruba-language cinema lovers. Jaiye Kuti, who both stars in and produces the project, has once again reinforced her position as one of the leading figures in indigenous Nollywood filmmaking.
Ahead of the film’s release, the actress had hinted at a star-studded cast, revealing that music icon Wasiu Alabi Pasuma and award-winning actor Femi Adebayo were part of the production.
Their involvement helped build anticipation among fans, contributing to the strong opening performance at the box office.
The movie also features several familiar faces from the Yoruba film industry, with the storyline continuing the journey of the beloved Jayeola Monje character.
The franchise has maintained a loyal audience base over the years, largely due to its cultural relevance and relatable storytelling.
Industry observers note that the film’s performance is another sign of the steady growth of Nigeria’s cinema market, particularly for locally produced titles.
In recent years, Nollywood films have increasingly competed for audience attention, with many achieving significant commercial success both in Yoruba-language cinema and mainstream English productions.
The continued rise in box office figures also highlights the growing appetite for local content, as more Nigerians return to cinemas to watch homegrown stories on the big screen.
Filmmakers like Jaiye Kuti have played a key role in this development by consistently delivering films that resonate with diverse audiences.
As Jayeola Monje: The Anniversary continues its cinema run, expectations remain high that its earnings may rise further in the coming weeks, depending on audience turnout and sustained interest.
For Jaiye Kuti, the latest success adds to her growing list of achievements in the industry and further cements her reputation as both a performer and producer capable of delivering commercially viable Nollywood projects.
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