Iyabo Ojo’s ‘Return of Arinzo’ Rakes in N104m at Opening Weekend
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo has scored a major success with her latest project, Return of Arinzo, which grossed an impressive N104 million in its opening weekend.
The strong debut places the film among the top-performing Nollywood releases, highlighting both its popularity and the growing strength of Nigeria’s cinema market. The movie’s performance reflects the anticipation that surrounded its release, as fans turned out in large numbers to support the project.
Industry observers say the opening weekend figures underscore Iyabo Ojo’s influence as both an actress and producer, with her ability to connect with audiences playing a key role in the film’s success.
Return of Arinzo has been praised for its storytelling, cast performances, and production quality, factors that have contributed to positive word-of-mouth and continued audience interest.
The milestone also signals a positive trend for Nollywood, with more locally produced films achieving significant box office numbers and competing strongly within the entertainment industry.
Fans and colleagues have taken to social media to celebrate the achievement, congratulating Iyabo Ojo on what many describe as a well-deserved success.
As the film continues its cinema run, expectations remain high that it could achieve even greater milestones in the coming weeks.
