Abdulrasheed "JJC Skillz" Bello has made a successful directorial debut in Nollywood with the action-drama "Hakeem: Seeking Justice." The film, released nationwide on August 1, 2025, has quickly claimed the top spot at the Nollywood box office, earning N23 million during its opening weekend. This achievement positions "Hakeem: Seeking Justice" as the highest-earning Nigerian film for that week, indicating a strong audience demand for high-quality action cinema.
The narrative follows Hakeem, portrayed by Deyemi Okanlawon, a former special forces operative on a quest for justice after his family's murder. His pursuit uncovers a complex conspiracy, exploring themes of loss, betrayal, and systemic injustice. The film features a notable ensemble cast, including Chioma Chukwuka, Zubby Michael, and Ali Nuhu, with Okanlawon's performance as Hakeem receiving particular acclaim. JJC Skillz aims to elevate Nollywood's action genre, drawing inspiration from Hollywood productions by incorporating car chases, stunts, fight sequences, and explosions. The film's box office success and its dark tone, which has drawn comparisons to international action thrillers, suggest it may set new benchmarks for the genre in Nigeria. FilmOne Entertainment, the distributor, highlighted the opening weekend's performance with the statement, "N23m in and we are not done. Because justice isn't a moment, it's a movement."