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Call of My Life overtook the heavily promoted new release Ajosepo 2 in its third weekend to finish May 2026 as the number one film at the Nigerian box office.
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Here are the top 5 films from the weekend:
5. The Boy Who Gave
This Nigerian drama tells the story of a teenage boy named Idah (also referred to as Broda or Idu) who, after the tragic death of their parents, must set aside his own dreams to become the sole provider and caretaker for his younger siblings in the Niger Delta region, specifically around the creeks of Port Harcourt and Bonny Island. Written, directed, and starring Allison Precious Emmanuel, the film explores themes of sacrifice, family responsibility, love, and loss. Key cast members include Blossom Chukwujekwu, Chuks Joseph, Tina Mba, Abbey Delight Dagogo, and Hart Andrew. In its third weekend, it grossed ₦10.1 million, bringing its cumulative total to ₦53.2 million.
4. Mortal Kombat 2
The sequel continues the story of Earthrealm’s defenders who, joined by new allies including Hollywood action star Johnny Cage, face high-stakes battles against Outworld forces led by the tyrannical emperor Shao Kahn. The film features intense martial arts action as the champions fight to protect their realm. Directed by Simon McQuoid, it stars Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, Adeline Rudolph as Kitana, Jessica McNamee as Sonya Blade, with returning actors including Ludi Lin as Liu Kang, Josh Lawson as Kano, and others such as Tati Gabrielle as Jade and Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn. In its fourth weekend, it earned ₦15.1 million, taking its total to ₦200.9 million.
3. Michael
This biographical film chronicles the early life of Michael Jackson, from his rise as the lead singer of the Jackson Five through his drive and family dynamics, particularly the influence of his father Joseph Jackson, to becoming one of the world’s biggest entertainers. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan, the cast is led by Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson (adult), Juliano Krue Valdi as young Michael, with supporting performances by Colman Domingo as Joseph Jackson, Nia Long as Katherine Jackson, and others, including Miles Teller. In its sixth weekend, it added ₦33.1 million, pushing its impressive cumulative gross to ₦691.5 million.
2. Ajosepo 2: The Gathering
Released on 28 May 2026, the sequel follows two families reuniting for another lavish Yoruba wedding two years after the events of the first film. Focus shifts to Jide (Timini Egbuson) and Mary (Bolaji Ogunmola) as they prepare to marry, while newlyweds Dapo and Tani navigate married life amid resurfacing family tensions, scandals, church politics, and romantic distractions. Directed by Kayode Kasum, written by Ife Olujuyigbe with contributions from Feyifunmi Oginni, and produced with involvement from Bolaji Ogunmola and others. The ensemble cast includes Toyin Abraham, Mercy Aigbe, Mike Afolarin, Tomike Adeoye, Ronke Oshodi-Oke, Yemi Solade, Kamo State, Kiitan Bukola, and Odunlade Adekola. In its opening weekend, it recorded ₦41.3 million, bringing its total to ₦49.1 million.
1. Call of My Life
The film centres on Soluchi (Uzoamaka Power), a hopeless romantic and call-centre agent still healing from being jilted by her ex-boyfriend Kalu (Zubby Michael). A routine customer service call connects her with the charming news broadcaster Eli (Andrew Yaw Bunting), sparking the possibility of the kind of love story she has always dreamed of. Written by Uzoamaka Power, directed by Dammy Twitch (Apampa Oluwadamilola) in his feature debut, and produced by Blessing Uzzi for BluHouse Studios. The cast includes Beverly Osu as Zim, Justin Ugonna as Ezekiel, Broda Shaggi, Nkem Owoh (Osuofia), Patience Ozokwor, with special appearances from Johnny Drille and Cobhams Asuquo. It grossed ₦88.4 million in its third weekend to lead the chart, taking its cumulative total to ₦395.9 million.
In Summary
As May comes to an end, these movies remain available in cinemas nationwide.
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