Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has spoken out following her huge recognition by NFVCB.
Newsunplug reported on Thursday that Toyin was honoured with the Box Office champion award by the National Film and Video Censors Board, for grossing over N1 billion from her Cinema movie, as a debut director.
Present at the ceremony was the NFVCB director, General Shuaibu Husseini and the wife of the Ooni of Ife, Olori Temitope Ogunwusi.
In a heartfelt note, Abraham said the recognition was a huge honour and one she will cherish. She appreciated everyone who showed her love, and was genuinely happy for her.
“Today, the National Film and Video Censors Board @nfvcb, @igalaman hosted me and presented me with a recognition award for grossing over a billion naira at the box office, and for being the first solo director to achieve such a feat with a debut project.
This is a huge honour, one I deeply cherish and appreciate, especially coming from such a reputable organisation.
As if that wasn’t enough to make the day unforgettable, I was pleasantly surprised when Her Majesty, Olori Temitope Enitan-Ogunwusi @hrmoloritemitope, graced us with her presence despite her demanding schedule. Even more humbling was hearing her share how Oversabi Aunty inspired her to reevaluate how she relates with her children.
Oversabi Aunty is more than just a film, it is a wake-up call for families, especially mothers, to realize that there is more to raising a child than shouting or reacting dramatically.
Thank you to everyone who showed up today, sent kind words, and to those who are genuinely happy to see the efforts of a young woman being recognised and celebrated. The greatest fan in the world, Toyintitans, I see you, and I love you all. My partners, Filmone, @filmoneng, thank you for being there every step of the way. This is the first of many”.
