While the holiday season is notoriously competitive, Oversabi Aunty has emerged as a clear fan favorite. In just its opening weekend (December 19–21, 2025), the film raked in an impressive ₦99.8 million (effectively hitting the ₦100M mark).
This achievement places it as the second-highest opening for a Nollywood film in 2025, trailing only behind Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes. For Toyin, this is a “God Did” moment, as she took to social media to express her profound gratitude to the “Toyin Titans” and moviegoers across the country.
What makes this success even more sweet is that Oversabi Aunty marks Toyin Abraham’s big-screen directorial debut. Stepping behind the camera is a bold move for any established actor, but Toyin has proven her vision translates perfectly to the director’s chair.
By blending her signature comedic timing with a relatable, heart-tugging story, she has successfully transitioned from being one of Africa’s most bankable actresses to a formidable filmmaker.
The film’s success is largely driven by its highly relatable theme. Oversabi Aunty follows the story of Toun, a self-righteous, overzealous church usher (played by Toyin herself) who believes it is her divine duty to “fix” everyone’s lives.
From meddling in marriages to dictating how her relatives should cook and live, Toun’s “know-it-all” attitude eventually leads to a disastrous wedding introduction that forces her to confront the chaos she has created. It’s a witty dramedy that explores the fine line between being helpful and being a nuisance—a character almost every Nigerian family knows all too well!
Adding to the buzz, Toyin made headlines this week for more than just ticket sales. On Sunday, while promoting the movie at a cinema in Ikeja, Toyin ran into her long-time rival Wumi Toriola. In a heartwarming video that went viral today, the two actresses—who had been at odds for seven years—finally hugged and settled their rift.
Wumi was at the cinema promoting Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes, making the moment a beautiful display of sisterhood and industry unity amidst the box office competition.
With a star-studded cast including Mike Ezuruonye, Ngozi Ezeonu, and Queen Nwokoye, Oversabi Aunty is set to be a mainstay in cinemas throughout the festive period. It’s a film that offers exactly what Nigerian audiences want this December: laughter, lessons, and a whole lot of heart
