Film director Omoni Oboli’s latest release, The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3, has set new records at the West African box office, earning ₦28.2 million in its opening weekend.

The film now holds the title of the highest-performing film in the region.

In addition to this impressive box office haul, The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3 has also set several other milestones.

It boasts the highest ticket pre-sale for a Nollywood film, the biggest opening weekend for an October Nollywood release, and the highest opening weekend for a Nollywood crime thriller.

Furthermore, the film recorded the highest opening weekend for the Wives on Strike franchise.

Omoni Oboli expressed her gratitude in a heartfelt post, thanking the cast, crew, and audience for their contribution to the film’s success.

“God has indeed been faithful, and we are deeply honoured by the remarkable milestones we’ve achieved.”

“Besties, this is not just a win for us but for everyone who has shown love, support, and trust on this journey.”

“THE UPRISING: Wives on Strike 3 is officially the #1 film at the West African Box Office, and we owe it all to YOU! Your support, positive reviews, and shared excitement have carried us to this moment, breaking records every step of the way.”

“Thank you for believing in us—this success is as much yours as it is ours.”

“Let’s keep the momentum going!” she said.

Ahead of its release, the film generated ₦10 million in voucher sales within two days, as the production introduced a voucher system to allow viewers to buy tickets before showtime.

Currently showing in cinemas, The Uprising is a satirical Nollywood crime thriller following a female local government leader as she navigates the challenges of her new position and personal life.

The movie features an ensemble cast including Chioma Akpotha, Uche Jombo, Omoni Oboli, Ufuoma McDermott, Hilda Dokubo, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori (KieKie), and May Yul-Edochie.