Nollywood star Toyin Abraham has achieved a monumental career milestone as her latest cinematic offering, 'Oversabi Aunty,' has officially crossed the ₦863 million mark in ticket sales. This impressive feat was confirmed by the film's official distributor, FilmOne Entertainment, in an announcement made on Monday, January 12, 2026.
A Historic Win for Toyin Abraham Productions
The commercial success of 'Oversabi Aunty' is historic on multiple fronts. It is now the highest-grossing film ever released under the Toyin Abraham Production banner, surpassing all her previous works. Furthermore, the 2025 dramedy has secured its place as one of the top two highest-grossing movie titles of the entire 2025 calendar year in Nigerian cinema, a remarkable achievement in a competitive industry.
An ecstatic Toyin Abraham took to social media to celebrate the win with her fans, whom she affectionately calls 'Toyintitans.' In her heartfelt message, she expressed disbelief and immense gratitude, writing, "Honestly, I still don't know if I’m dreaming or awake… is this real?? Dreams truly do come true." She credited her supporters and faith for the accomplishment, stating the journey had been "emotional, overwhelming, and beautiful."
Plot and Star-Studded Cast
'Oversabi Aunty,' which was both directed and produced by Toyin Abraham, tells the compelling story of Toun, a character played by Abraham herself. Toun is a self-righteous church usher who is obsessed with correcting and "fixing" the lives of everyone in her community. While she publicly guides the morals and behaviours of others, earning the nickname "Oversabi aunty," she secretly grapples with a dangerous pattern of emotional neglect within her own household.
The film's success is also bolstered by its ensemble cast, which features popular Nollywood figures such as:
- Mike Ezuruonye
- Efe Irele
- Enioluwa Adeoluwa
Box Office Dominance and Industry Context
The announcement from FilmOne Entertainment solidifies the film's box office dominance. In a post celebrating the milestone, the production team highlighted the consistent performance, declaring, "World Best steady delivering back to back Oversabi Box office numbers!" They confirmed the film had grossed over ₦850 million and was still counting, with screenings continuing in cinemas nationwide.
This success story adds another exciting chapter to a vibrant period for Nollywood. It follows closely on the heels of other major commercial wins, such as Funke Akindele's 'Behind the Scenes' reportedly crossing the ₦2 billion mark. The performance of 'Oversabi Aunty' demonstrates the growing financial power and audience reach of well-produced Nigerian films that resonate with local narratives.
The film's distributor, FilmOne Entertainment, encouraged audiences to continue supporting the project, reminding everyone that 'Oversabi Aunty' is still showing in cinemas across Nigeria. For Toyin Abraham, this record-breaking achievement is not just a personal victory but a shared triumph with the fans whose support propelled the film to such remarkable heights.
