Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo is on cloud nine as her debut cinema film, Labake Olododo, hits a major box office milestone.
The actress and mother of two proudly announced that the film has grossed ₦202 million, making it the second Nollywood movie to reach that figure in 2025.
Overflowing with joy, Iyabo described the success as groundbreaking, noting that the film is “rewriting the rule book.” She expressed immense gratitude to Nigerians for their unwavering love and support.
“Labake Olododo is rewriting the rule book.
3 weekends in a row and still in the top spot with ₦202M grossed!
Thank you, Nigeria, for all the love and support.
Still showing in cinemas nationwide — don’t miss the fire!
Distributed by @filmoneng.”
Fans, friends, and colleagues have flooded social media with congratulatory messages:
- Priscilla Ojo wrote: “Wow. God is good.”
- Kamo State commented: “Congratulations Mama.”
- Bisola Treasure added: “1st Cinema movie, who else is saying there’s no God? Congratulations my aunt.”
- Adiatoke said: “This is huge. First cinema movie, all Congrats Mama.”
- Cutie_jux_priscy shared: “Reward of hardwork. We saw all the efforts you put into this. Labake Olododo still showing in cinema.”
Last month, Labake Olododo premiered at Imax Cinemas, Lekki, with a star-studded turnout. Iyabo received glowing praise from fellow Nollywood stars who recognized the effort and passion she poured into the project.
Actress Dayo Amusa commended Iyabo’s discipline and dedication, urging fans to support the film and describing her as a true inspiration. Similarly, Funke Akindele lauded the movie’s visuals and storytelling, telling Iyabo that it was her time to shine and encouraging her to break more boundaries.
Following the premiere, Iyabo penned an emotional thank-you post, expressing how humbled she felt by the overwhelming turnout and the support the film had received.
Labake Olododo is a powerful indigenous Nollywood drama that delves into themes of truth, faith, societal norms, and personal redemption.
The film features an impressive cast, including Tayo Faniran, Muyiwa Ademola, Ibrahim Chatta, Bimbo Akintola, Omotoyosi, Layole Oyatogun, Lololade Okunsanya, Ayo Mogaji, Nkechi Blessing, Fola Tinubu, Toyin Abraham, Fathia Balogun, Abeni Agbon, Broda Shaggi, and Femi Adebayo.
With Labake Olododo continuing to dominate the box office, Iyabo Ojo has officially cemented her place as a force to be reckoned with in Nigerian cinema.
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