Nollywood icons Funke Akindele and Stephen Oluboyo have been named among the highest-grossing screenwriters of 2024, as reported by Filmone on Instagram.
Stephen Oluboyo topped the list with films including Everybody Loves Jennifer, Alakada Bad and Boujee, and Aburo, which collectively earned N1.38 billion at the box office.
Funke Akindele, collaborating with Collins Okoh and Akinlabi Ishola, came in second for Everybody Loves Jennifer, which alone grossed N1.125 billion, affirming its immense popularity.
Top Writers and Earnings
1. Stephen Oluboyo – Everybody Loves Jennifer, Alakada Bad and Boujee, Aburo: N1.38 billion.
2. Funke Akindele, Collins Okoh, Akinlabi Ishola – Everybody Loves Jennifer: N1.125 billion.
3. Anthony Joseph – Queen Lateefah, The Waiter, Alakada Bad and Boujee: N780 million.
4. Jack’ Enneth Opukeme – Farmer’s Bride, All’s Fair in Love: N299 million.
5. Stephen Okonkwo – Ajosepo: N257 million.Other notable mentions include Adebayo Tijani and Ola Olaoye (Beast of Two Worlds: Ajakaju) at N253 million, and Oluyombo Oluwagbemiga and Toyin Abraham (Alakada Bad and Boujee) at N229 million.
Impact on Nollywood
The achievements reflect Nollywood’s growing global presence and its ability to produce blockbuster hits that captivate audiences at home and abroad. Films such as Everybody Loves Jennifer have set benchmarks, solidifying the industry’s reputation as a powerhouse of storytelling.
A Rising Trend
As Nollywood continues to expand its reach, 2024’s record-breaking box office successes demonstrate the industry’s resilience and creativity, paving the way for even greater accomplishments in the years ahead.
