The Labour Party candidate in the February 25 presidential election, Peter Obi, has hailedNollywood actress Funke Akindele and her outstanding achievement in the blockbuster film ‘A Tribe Called Judah.’
The movie set a new box office record, grossing N1 billion within three weeks of its release in cinemas, marking it as the first Nollywood film to achieve such a milestone.
In his commendation shared via his X profile on Saturday, Obi highlighted the film’s portrayal of the intricate challenges confronted by numerous less-privileged families in Nigeria as they navigate their paths to survival.
He tweeted, “It is heartwarming to learn that ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ a movie by Nigerian Movie Producer, @funkeakindele, has achieved a record-breaking earning of N1 billion in just 3 weeks of its release,” adding that the feat was a “historic moment in our Nigerian movie industry.”
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The ex-Governor of Anambra State emphasized that Nollywood has consistently stood out as one of Nigeria’s “major exports” over the last decade, a fact substantiated by the accomplishments of skilled actresses and movie producers.
“Nollywood remains one of the biggest exports of our country in the last decade and shows the inherent potential in our people, which Akindele has copiously brought out in all her works. I congratulate Funke Akindele for achieving this feat, which is a bold testament to her passion, hard work, and dedication in the movie industry,” he stated.
He praised Akindele for the success of her earlier films, “Battle on Buka Street” and “Omo Ghetto,” which currently hold the second and third positions in terms of box office earnings in Nigeria.
Moreover, Obi highlighted that her latest movie, “A Tribe Called Judah,” delves into the intricate difficulties encountered by numerous underprivileged families in Nigeria as they strive for survival.
“It skillfully tells a story that appeals to its audience in a comic and entertaining delivery.”
The LP presidential candidate urged Nollywood to “continue to tell stories that will inspire hard work, integrity, and productivity among Nigerians.”
“This, I believe, will play a significant role in positioning our minds for the productivity-driven nation we are trying to build—the New Nigeria!” he tweeted.