By OLADELE ENIOLA

‘The Return of Arinzo’ , a movie by Iyabo Ojo, has recorded N104.8 million in its opening weekend at the Nigerian box office.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the film achieved the milestone as the highest-grossing film of the weekend and the biggest Easter opening performance.

It also emerged as the biggest opening for a Nollywood sequel and the secondhighest opening weekend performance for 2026.

The film, which is distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, attracted large cinema audiences across the country shortly after its release.

In a statement shared on the distributor’s instagram page, they expressed appreciation to audiences for their support.

“Return of Arinze is bask and it came with a banger! N104.8 million in its opening weekend, biggest Easter opening and the highest-grossing film of the weekend,” the company said.

NAN reports that the film is currently showing in cinemas nationwide with strong turnout from moviegoers.

With its record breaking opening and continued screenings, the film is expected to sustain momentum in the coming weeks. (NAN)