Actor and filmmaker Daniel Etim Effiong is riding high on success as his latest film, The Herd, smashes the ₦80 million mark at the Nigerian box office—just ten days after its release!
Taking to social media in a celebratory post alongside FilmOne Entertainment, the movie’s distributors, Effiong expressed his excitement and deep gratitude to fans and movie lovers who’ve supported the film.
“SEE WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE JUST 10 DAYS AFTER RELEASE!!!!!!!!!” he wrote. “The real heroes here are the ones watching and talking about it. The people posting or tweeting their reviews and telling the world how magical #TheHerdMovie is… THANK YOU ❤️ EXTRA EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT!!!!!!!! Join THE HERD TRAIN NOWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!!”
His enthusiasm was infectious, as fans, colleagues, and fellow filmmakers flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages and praise.
🎬 What The Herd Is All About
Released nationwide just two weeks ago, The Herd has quickly captured the hearts of audiences with its gripping plot and socially charged themes.
The film tells the story of a couple whose dream wedding day spirals into a nightmare when they are suddenly kidnapped, forcing them to face not just their abductors but also dark family secrets that have long been buried.
Starring Daniel Etim Effiong, Genoveva Umeh, and Kunle Remi, the thriller blends suspense, romance, and emotion—painting a powerful picture of love, betrayal, and survival in the face of Nigeria’s ongoing insecurity challenges.
Set in Southwest Nigeria, The Herd sheds light on the human cost of herdsmen attacks and the broader impact of violence on ordinary people. Its tight pacing and relatable storytelling have made it both entertaining and thought-provoking—qualities that clearly resonate with Nigerian moviegoers.
🚀 What’s Next for The Herd?
With ₦80 million already in the bag and glowing word-of-mouth spreading fast, The Herd shows no sign of slowing down. Industry watchers predict it could cross the ₦100 million milestone within its third week.
Fans have turned the hashtag #TheHerdMovie into a rallying point—urging more people to catch the film in cinemas and “join the Herd train.”
From its strong box office debut to its emotional storytelling, The Herd is proving that Nollywood thrillers can be both commercially successful and socially impactful.
