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The Return of Omotara Johnson topped the box office in its opening week, grossing ₦29.23 million, outperforming newcomer Moana and long-standing Call of My Life that week.
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Nigerian cinemas saw competitive performance this week, with local and international titles drawing audiences. Here are the top five films:
5. Remi & Nneoma
This drama, a modern Nigerian retelling of the biblical story of Ruth and Naomi, follows two women bound by family tragedy, Nneoma (a widow) and her daughter-in-law Remi, who navigate grief, widowhood, and new beginnings in Ikwerre, Nigeria, as Remi chooses loyalty over returning to her own family.
It stars Bisola Aiyeola as Remi, Liz Benson Ameye as Nneoma, with supporting roles by Uche Montana, Tina Mba, Bikiya Graham-Douglas (also a producer), and others. Directed by Lyndsey Efejuku for Five 2 Entertainment and distributed by Nile Media Entertainment Group, it opened in cinemas on June 26, 2026. It earned ₦14.70 million in its third week, bringing the cumulative total to ₦81.92 million.
4. Supergirl
The DC superhero film centers on Kara Zor-El (Supergirl), who teams up with an unlikely companion on an interstellar journey of vengeance and justice after an adversary strikes close to home. It stars Milly Alcock as Supergirl, alongside Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley as Ruthye Marye Knoll, David Corenswet (reprising Superman), Jason Momoa as Lobo, and others. Directed by Craig Gillespie, it is a Warner Bros. production distributed in Nigeria by FilmOne Entertainment, released nationwide on June 26, 2026. It earned ₦16.63 million in its third week, bringing the cumulative total to ₦129.60 million.
3. Call Of My Life
This romantic comedy follows Soluchi, a call-center agent and hopeless romantic healing from a past heartbreak, who finds new possibilities in love through a work call connecting her with the charming Eli. It stars Uzoamaka Power as Soluchi, Andrew Yaw Bunting as Eli, Zubby Michael, Beverly Osu, with additional roles including Patience Ozokwor and Nkem Owoh. Directed by Dammy Twitch and produced by Bluhouse Studios, it opened in Nigerian cinemas on May 15, 2026. It earned ₦21.36 million in its ninth week, contributing to a strong cumulative ₦756.42 million.
2. Moana
Disney’s live-action musical adventure adapts the 2016 animated film, following the spirited young navigator Moana on a journey across the ocean to save her island, teaming up with the demigod Maui in a story of discovery, courage, and cultural heritage. The cast includes new actors in the lead roles (specific voice or on-screen performers for the remake align with the production’s updates). It is a Walt Disney Studios production, released in Nigeria and globally around July 10, 2026 (with previews earlier). It earned ₦29.15 million that week, marking its opening cumulative of ₦29.15 million in the first week.
1. The Return Of Omotara Johnson
This Nollywood drama sequel revisits the story of Omotara Johnson, a strong-willed woman with a complex past involving deep-seated resentments and determination, as she navigates new challenges and relationships in a fresh narrative blending veteran and contemporary elements. It stars Bukky Wright in the lead role as Omotara Johnson, with Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Chidi Mokeme, Shaffy Bello, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Timini Egbuson, and others in key supporting parts. Produced by Taiwo Adebayo and directed by Adeoluwa Owu, it opened in Nigerian cinemas on July 10, 2026, following premieres. It earned ₦29.23 million that week for a cumulative ₦29.23 million in its first week.
In Summary
These five films provide diverse viewing options across drama, action, romance, and adventure. Check local cinema listings and support the stories that resonate with you by catching them on the big screen while they are showing.
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