The film Tòkunbò centers on the life of its character, Tòkunbò, (Gideon Okeke) who initially delivers illegal cars to a notorious gangster named Gaza (Chidi Mokeme) while anxiously awaiting the birth of his child. Witnessing Gaza’s violent nature, Tòkunbò decides to leave his life of crime behind and focus on his wife, Lisa, and their newborn son, Chris.

Eighteen months later, Tòkunbò who now works as a cab driver, struggling to provide for his family and ensure that Chris receives the necessary medical treatment for his heart transplant. However, his earnings are insufficient, forcing him to seek financial help from Gaza once more. When Gaza refuses, Tòkunbò returns to driving his cab, where he stumbles upon a cell phone left behind by a transporter who delivers illegal goods for substantial sums of money.

Seizing the opportunity, Tòkunbò assumes the identity of the transporter and begins making deliveries. His resolve wavers when he is tasked with transporting a young girl named Nike (Darasimi Nadi) to the Sèmè Border.

As the situation unfolds, it is revealed that Nike is the daughter of Central Bank Governor Folashade (Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi), who initiates a full-scale operation upon learning of her daughter’s abduction.

Produced by Chris Odeh, it features, Gideon Okeke, Chidi Mokeme, Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi, Nobert Young, Majid Michael, Adunni Ade, Ivie Okujaye, Tosin Adeyemi, Stanley ‘Funnybone’ Chibunna, Darasimi Nadi and Aaron Sunday and is directed by Ramsey Nouah.
The title Tokunbo, was inspired by the smuggling of used cars into Nigeria and the director’s name, Ramsey Tokumbo-Nouah, serving as a symbolic element.

According to the producer, the movie cost $200,000 to produce.

The film has surged into Netflix’s Top 5 movies in 183 countries, capturing significant international attention.
This achievement includes high rankings in key markets such as Argentina and Brazil, further solidifying Nollywood’s growing footprint on the global entertainment stage, according to Flix Patrol, provides VOD charts and streaming ratings worldwide.