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Veteran Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola has sparked conversations across social media with her candid remarks about the financial realities faced by women in Nigeria, particularly in the entertainment industry.
During a recent interview, Akintola made it clear that, despite her fame, she doesn’t consider herself wealthy, and she hinted that the success stories of some actresses may not be as straightforward as they seem.
During a recent interview, Akintola made it clear that, despite her fame, she doesn’t consider herself wealthy, and she hinted that the success stories of some actresses may not be as straightforward as they seem.
“I don’t know about that because I am not rich. When you see them (other actresses), ask them what they do... It’s not just actresses that do that; women in Nigeria do that,” she said. Akintola's statement reflects not only on the economic challenges within Nollywood but also the broader struggles faced by women in the country.
Her comments ignited a lively debate online, particularly on platforms like Twitter, where fans and critics alike weighed in. Many praised Akintola for her honesty, seeing her words as a refreshing change from the usual glamorous portrayal of success in the industry. However, others questioned the implications of her remarks, sparking conversations about the realities behind wealth in the film industry and the pressures faced by women to maintain a certain lifestyle.
See the video below:
"I don't know about that because me I am not rich... When you see them (other actresses), ask them what they do... It's not just actresses that do that, women in Nigeria do that"
— @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) October 15, 2024
-- Bimbo Akintola pic.twitter.com/lPenmrxFgI
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