Award-winning Nigerian movie producers, Mo Abudu, Ayo Makun, and Funke Akindele have topped the list of highest-grossing movie producers in Nigeria.
In a list compiled by Tip Charts Africa, Mo Abudu, Funke Akindele, and Ayo Makun were said to have grossed over N1 billion in movie.
Mo Abudu came out on top with N1.59 billion. Following closely behind is actress and movie producer Funke Akindele with N1.33 billion. Comedian Ayo Makun is third on the list with N1.25 billion.
Joining them on the list is Jade Osiberu with N707 million and Toyin Abraham with N564 million.
Also on the chart is the list of Highest Grossing Nollywood movies of all time with Funke Akindele’s Omo Ghetto The Saga topping the chart.
Mo Abudu’s The Wedding Party, The Wedding Party 2, Chief Daddy, and Your Excellency came out 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 10th.
Ayo Makun’s Christmas In Miami, Merry Men 1, and Merry Men 3 were 6,8, and 9 on the list.
Sharing the good news on his Instagram page, Ayo Makun expressed joy to be crowned among women of caliber.
The movie star opined that being the best is a choice, having great shows or movies is also a choice.
He added that in showbiz, it’s either you win awards or make money in the business.
“Thank God say all these women join people wey dey feel pity for AY for the entertainment industry. Being the best is a choice, having great shows or movies is also a choice. In showbiz, we all have our paths. It’s either you win awards or make money in the business. Thanks to everyone supporting the AY brand”.
It is undeniable that comedian Ayo Makun has become the most successful Nigerian comedian.
The actor, who delved into the movie world with his first movie, 30 Days in Atlanta, has continued to surpass records in Nollywood.
Ayo Makun rejoices as his movie bags 27 nominations
Last year, Ayo Makun was overjoyed after his movie bagged 27 nominations.
The actor, who was in the UK at the time of reporting, expressed how excited he was to be a part of the political forum on sustainable development at the United Nations in New York.
Sharing the good news, he revealed that his movie, Almajiri, had bagged 27 nominations.
Ayo Makun hoped to screen the movie for the world’s leaders in the UK.
He appreciated the UN and the founder and CEO of Southern Africa Embrace Foundation for the opportunity.