Nollywood veteran actress Patience Ozokwor: "We Are Not Given Royalties"; Regrets Inadequate Welfare.

Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor has raised concerns about the lack of royalties and poor welfare in Nigeria’s film industry.

Stating in a recent interview that actors are only paid once for their roles, a system she says leaves many performers—especially veterans—financially unstable despite Nollywood’s growing global recognition.

The actress claimed in a recent interview that the majority of Nollywood actors don't get fair and long-term compensation for their work; instead, they are only paid for their appearances. She pointed out that despite the industry's continued international recognition, actors' welfare is still mostly disregarded, which causes many of them to face financial hardship.

She claims that actors, particularly veterans, have found it challenging to reap the rewards of their labor due to the absence of enforceable contracts and structured payment systems. She underlined that many actors deal with financial instability and career uncertainty, so the reality behind the glamour frequently depicted on screen is far from the truth.

Her remarks have spurred discussions among industry workers, with some advocating for changes to enhance compensation, safeguard actors' rights, and guarantee a more sustainable future for Nollywood professionals.

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Reported by Grace Misimadji

Edit and insert: Ibrahim Isaac 

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