Nollywood is a major driver of that growth. Local productions now account for 49.4 per cent of total box office takings in 2025, edging out Hollywood titles and underscoring how deeply Nigerian storytelling has resonated with paying audiences.
Behind these numbers are the entrepreneurs and institutions shaping the country’s cinema landscape — from internationally styled multiplex chains like Silverbird and Filmhouse to pioneering independent exhibitors pushing into secondary cities. These operators are not just screening films; they are building the infrastructure of a maturing film culture, one that blends global content with homegrown creativity.
Olusegun Obasanjo — Founder, OOPL Cinemas
