General News | 24 March 2026 17:50 CET

Toyin Abraham Reacts, As She Receives NFVCB Box Office Champion Award Following 'Oversabi Aunty' Success 

By Oluwarantimi Oludase 

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham has expressed her excitement over receiving the box office champion award from the National Film and Video Censors Board.

The award ceremony which was attended by the director of the NFVCB, General Shuaibu Husseini and the wife of the Ooni of Ife, Olori Temitope Ogunwusi, honoured the actress with the award on Thursday, March 19th, following her achievement as the first debut director to gross N1Billion at the box office with 'Oversabi Aunty.'

In a recent Instagram post, Abraham appreciated the NFVCB for the recognition award, thanking them for honouring her feat.

She described it as a huge honour, emphasizing that it means a lot to her, particularly over the fact that the award was given by a reputable organization.

Toyin Abraham also expressed gratitude to the wife of the Ooni of Ife, Olori Temitope Ogunwusi, for honouring her award ceremony with her presence despite her busy schedule.

She further highlighted the goal of her movie, stating that it serves as a wake-up call to families on how to train children beyond the regular way of reacting or shouting.

She wrote:
"Today, the National Film and Video Censors Board @nfvcb, @igalaman hosted me and presented me with a recognition award for grossing over a billion naira at the box office, and for being the first solo director to achieve such a feat with a debut project.

This is a huge honor, one I deeply cherish and appreciate, especially coming from such a reputable organization.

As if that wasn't enough to make the day unforgettable, I was pleasantly surprised when Her Majesty, Olori Temitope Enitan-Ogunwusi @hrmoloritemitope graced us with her presence despite her demanding schedule. Even more humbling was hearing her share how Oversabi Aunty inspired her to reevaluate how she relates with her children.

Oversabi Aunty is more than just a film, it is a wake-up call for families, especially mothers, to realize that there is more to raising a child than shouting or reacting dramatically.

Thank you to everyone who showed up today, sent kind words, and to those who are genuinely happy to see the efforts of a young woman being recognized and celebrated. The greatest fan in the world, Toyintitans, I see you and I love you all. My partners Filmone, @filmoneng thank you for being there every step of the way. This is the first of many."

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