We Need To Take Back Our Industry — Bob-Manuel Udokwu

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bob-Manuel Udokwu, a veteran Nigerian actor, has expressed his dissatisfaction with the influx of “half-baked practitioners” into Nollywood, stating that it is the major reason why the industry has failed to attain its full potential.

During an Instagram live session, Bob-Manuel stated that the movie industry is plagued with amateur actors and directors playing principal roles. He stressed that real professionals should step forward and take back the industry.

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Bob-Manuel expressed his disappointment that Nollywood is not achieving the level of greatness it should. He attributed this to the fact that there are many unprofessional activities going on in the industry.

He lamented the prevalence of “half-baked practitioners” who have invaded the industry, urging real professionals to step forward and take back Nollywood.

The issue of the standard of Nollywood movies has been a topic of concern for many years. Many have complained about the quality of movies produced in Nigeria, while others have expressed optimism about the potential of the industry.

In recent years, there have been efforts to raise the standard of Nollywood movies, with some filmmakers producing high-quality films that have received international recognition.

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However, there is still a long way to go in terms of ensuring that Nollywood achieves its full potential. The industry must address issues such as piracy, funding, and quality control, among others, if it is to take its place among the world’s top movie industries.