Labake Olododo, the latest epic drama from Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo, has made a significant impact at the Nigerian box office, earning an impressive N172.5 million in just two weeks since its release. The film, which premiered nationwide on March 28, grossed N50.4 million during its opening weekend, securing the second-highest opening for a Nollywood film in 2025. These numbers, provided by FilmOne Group, a leading film distributor in West Africa, showcase the movie’s strong appeal with audiences.
The success of Labake Olododo is part of a growing trend of female-led films dominating the Nigerian film industry. Recently, productions with strong female leads or directed by women have garnered both critical and commercial acclaim. Last year, Eniola Ajao‘s Ajakaju: Beasts of Two Worlds became one of Nollywood’s top-grossing films, earning over N200 million at the box office. Similarly, Wumi Toriola‘s Queen Lateefah exceeded expectations, grossing a remarkable N350 million.
With Iyabo Ojo’s direction and a compelling narrative that blends tradition and power, Labake Olododo is set to make a lasting impact on the 2025 box office season.