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'Ikenga: The Last Festival' Becomes The Highest-Grossing Igbo Film Ever

Distributor FilmOne says the title has crossed ₦75 million at the Nigerian box office.

Tunde Bakare Sep 7, 2026 5 min read Lagos
'Ikenga: The Last Festival' Becomes The Highest-Grossing Igbo Film Ever
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Distributor FilmOne says the title has crossed ₦75 million at the Nigerian box office. The night was electric, the kind of evening that reminds you why African entertainment is the most exciting cultural force on the planet right now.

From the moment the doors opened, it was clear this wasn't going to be a normal event. Cameras flashed, fans screamed, and the energy in the room was something we hadn't felt in months.

A Moment That Will Be Remembered

Insiders tell Afrojive that backstage was even busier — in the best way. Stylists ran between rooms, producers whispered last-minute changes, and somewhere in the middle of it all, a star was being born.

What Comes Next

Expect more announcements in the coming weeks. The team is reportedly working on something even bigger — and Afrojive will be the first to bring it to you.

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