Top women filmmakers who ruled Nollywood in 2025
Nollywood's 2025 saw women filmmakers dominate cinemas, streaming platforms and box office records with bold stories on power, love and identity. These trailblazers shattered conventions and proved female creatives drive the industry's commercial and cultural success. Funke Akindele continued her reign with massive hits, as "Everybody Loves Jenifa" from 2024 and 2025's "Behind the Scenes" grossed over N1 billion and N700 million respectively. Kemi Adetiba's Netflix series "To Kill a Monkey" sparked debates with its political edge and visual flair. Omoni Oboli's "Love in Every Word" racked up over 50 million views, exploring modern Nigerian femininity and wealth. Toyin Abraham's historical drama "Iyalode" earned over N300 million, while her debut "Oversabi Aunty" showed her range. Biodun Stephen's family tale "Labake Olododo" pulled in more than N250 million. Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori (KieKie), Bisola Aiyeola, Wumi Toriola and Bolaji Ogunmola's action-comedy "Gingerrr" grossed […]
