Iyabo Ojo Radiates Triumph, Shades Haters As The Return Of Arinzo Hits N224M

Nollywood powerhouse Iyabo Ojo is currently basking in the glow of a massive cinematic victory, sending a pointed message to her detractors after her latest film, The Return of Arinzo, shattered box office expectations. The actress and producer revealed that the movie has grossed a staggering N224 million in just two weeks, maintaining its stronghold as the number one film for two consecutive weekends.

​Taking to her Instagram page while shimmering in an elegant ensemble for Senator Ita Giwa’s 80th birthday, Ojo didn’t hold back, asserting that her success is divinely orchestrated. “If God is for you, no man can be against you, no matter how hard they try,” she declared, a statement many have interpreted as a direct swipe at the controversies that have trailed her movie’s rollout.

​The film’s success comes on the heels of a whirlwind of social media drama, including a widely discussed snub involving colleagues Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham at the movie’s premiere. Despite the noise and what her daughter, Priscilla Ojo, described as a “pattern aimed at ruining” her mother’s plans, the box office numbers tell a story of undeniable public support across Nigeria and West Africa.

​With the Nigerian market firmly in her pocket, the actress is now setting her sights on the international stage. She confirmed that The Return of Arinzo is headed for a grand premiere in the United Kingdom on April 25th, with a Canadian release date expected to be announced shortly. For Ojo, the message is clear: while the controversies may persist, her “Return” to the top of the charts remains undisputed.