Entertainment
Women Are in Control of Nigeria’s Entertainment Industry – Bovi
Popular Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma has asserted that women hold significant control over the entertainment industry.
Bovi made this statement during his appearance on the TVC program “Your View,” where he expressed his views on gender dynamics within the industry. He noted that women often voice concerns about inequality even in sectors where they already have a strong presence, suggesting that this stems from their ongoing fight for equality.
He referenced prominent figures such as Funke Akindele, Mo Abudu, and Bolanle Austin-Peters, labeling them as some of the top producers in Nollywood.
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Bovi explained, “Women need to recognize that in areas where they are advocating for equality, they may have already made significant strides but might not realize it because they are accustomed to fighting for it.”
He continued, “When discussing the entertainment industry and its support for women, I have noticed for the past 10 to 15 years that women have been in control. So what are we really talking about?
“I’m referring back to pioneers like Amaka Igwe. The biggest box office hit belongs to a woman, Funke Akindele, and the second biggest is also by a woman, Mo Abudu.
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They are among the top producers. Bolanle Austin-Peters is another leading producer, and Jade Osiberu is one of the biggest directors, alongside Kemi Adetiba. Chioma Ode runs the largest film festival. So what are we discussing here?
“We also have influential figures like Omoni Oboli, Uche Jombo, and Genevieve Nnaji. It’s crucial to understand that women are steering the entertainment industry. So when I hear young women complain about male producers demanding sexual favors for roles, I respond, ‘Yes, that’s true. But who have you confided in? Who have you reached out to? You [women] own this industry.’”
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