Award-winning Nollywood actor and filmmaker Ibrahim Yekini Bakare, popularly known as Iteledicon, has secured a historic milestone in the African film industry. His hit movie, Koleoso, has officially surpassed 100 million views on YouTube, making it the first single Nollywood and African movie title to reach this mark.
A Landmark for African Cinema
Taking to his Instagram page to celebrate the achievement, Iteledicon emphasized the significance of the record, noting that the milestone was achieved as a single video title rather than a compilation or series.
“HISTORY. RECORD. LEGACY. KOLEOSO HITS 100 MILLION+ VIEWS in total,” he wrote. “Officially the FIRST Nollywood title and the FIRST African movie title to hit this milestone on YouTube as ONE TITLE.”
Recognition and Hard Work
The filmmaker described the journey to 100 million views as a product of hard work, consistency, and creativity. He urged the industry and fans to recognize the weight of the achievement, stating, “Let this be known that I… am the FIRST to pull this stunt in the history of Nollywood. Do not deny me of my flower.”
He extended his gratitude to several key groups:
- The Fans: Referring to them as the “Koleoso Family” and “Legends,” he credited his strong fan base for making the numbers possible.
- The Team: He expressed pride in the cast and crew who worked on the project.
- The Culture: He labeled the victory as a win for Nollywood, Yorubas, Nigeria, and the entire African continent.
“Numbers Don’t Lie”
Addressing potential skeptics, the actor encouraged the public to verify the data, asserting that “numbers don’t lie” and describing the achievement as “magical” and “golden.”
This milestone reflects the growing global reach of indigenous Nigerian content on digital platforms, proving that local stories have massive international appeal.
Record Highlights:
- Movie Title: Koleoso
- Lead/Producer: Ibrahim Yekini Bakare (Iteledicon)
- Milestone: 100,000,000+ Views
- Distinction: First African/Nollywood movie to hit the mark as a single YouTube upload.
Source: Africa Publicity
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