Former Vice President and 2023 Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has congratulated actress Funke Akindele on her movie ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ becoming the first Nollywood movie to hit N1 billion.
Atiku stated that the movie’s success serves ‘the unyielding spirit of Nolywood.’
He made this known in a post on X on Friday.
He wrote, “I extend my heartiest congratulations to
#funkeakindele
for the phenomenal success of “A Tribe Called Judah”. This film has not only shattered box office records by becoming the first Nigerian movie to earn 1 billion naira in domestic theatres, but it also stands as a beacon of cultural pride and the unyielding spirit of Nollywood.
“A Tribe Called Judah” is not just a film; it is a cultural gem that reflects the vibrancy and resilience of Nigerian cinema.
He further said , “As a nation, we are incredibly proud of Funke’s achievements and her role in elevating Nigerian cinema to new heights. Her success is our success, and it inspires a new generation of filmmakers and storytellers in Nigeria and beyond.
“Congratulations, Funke, on this historic milestone. You have set a new standard for excellence, and your work inspires us all.”
In similar vein, President Bola Tinubu has expressed excitement over the latest box office record achieved by Funke Akindele’s movie in the entertainment industry.
Tinubu, who spoke through his media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, on Friday, said the ingenuity, creativity, and immense artistic talents of Nigeria’s thriving entertainment industry is unrivalled.
He also lauded Akindele for her contributions to the growth of the industry.
Extolling the excellence of the Nigerian creative industry, the President acknowledged its pivotal place as a medium not only for artistic expression but also as a source of enormous soft power and viable export.
“The creative industry is one of the high-employment sectors, providing jobs for our able and talented youths. It is an industry that is crucial to my administration.
“I salute Nigerians for their enduring support and patronage of home-grown creative efforts. We will provide the conducive environment for the industry to thrive further,” Tinubu stated.
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