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Nigeria's cinema industry heads for record box office year

The film industry is projected to bring in over N20 billion at the box office this year, a jump from N15.6 billion in 2025.

Nigeria's cinema sector is set to record its strongest box office performance yet, with forecasts pointing to revenues exceeding N20 billion in 2026. This represents a significant increase from N15.6 billion achieved in 2025, demonstrating sustained expansion within the country's entertainment industry.

The projected growth underscores the resilience of Nigeria's film market and its capacity to draw audiences to cinemas despite broader economic challenges.