Nollywood actor and producer Yekini Ibrahim, popularly known as Iteledicon, has made history as his film "Koleoso" became the first Nollywood and African movie to surpass 100 million views on YouTube as a single title. Ibrahim announced the milestone in a celebratory Instagram post, crediting his team, family, and dedicated fanbase.
He wrote, "History. Record. Legacy. Koleoso hits 100million + views... Officially, the first Nollywood title and the first African movie title to hit this milestone on YouTube as one title." The actor described the achievement as a testament to "hard work, consistency, and creativity."
Ibrahim, who also goes by the moniker "Iteledicon," emphasized the collective effort behind the success. "This is our win. This is a win for Nollywood. This is a win for Africa. A win for the culture. A win for the Yorubas. A win for Nigeria," he stated, urging followers to verify the staggering numbers.
This landmark highlights the growing global reach and digital consumption of Nigerian cinema. It underscores how filmmakers are leveraging platforms like YouTube to achieve unprecedented audience numbers, bypassing traditional distribution barriers and setting new benchmarks for the industry.
The success of "Koleoso" signals a transformative moment for African content creators, proving that locally produced stories can achieve viral, record-breaking success on the world's largest video platform.
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