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Veteran Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has sparked renewed discussion about the imbalance in compensation structures between Nollywood and Hollywood.
In a recent Instagram story, the movie star drew attention to the issue by revealing she continues to receive monthly residual payments from just two test roles she did in Hollywood, despite her limited time there, unlike her experience in Nollywood, where she has acted in over 310 projects across three decades with no such benefits.
The actress posted a photo showing envelopes from SAG-AFTRA, the Hollywood actors' union known for ensuring residual payments for talent. She contrasted that with the complete absence of royalties for Nigerian actors, even after years of consistent work.
Her comparison highlights the urgent need for Nollywood to evolve in terms of protecting actors’ rights and ensuring long-term financial security for creatives.
Her comments, marked with hashtags like #NollywoodNeedsStructure and #UnlearntoRelearn, underscore her belief that Nigeria's film industry must unlearn outdated systems and adopt more professional, globally-aligned practices.
Omotola’s experience reveals the structural gaps within Nollywood that often leave even top-tier actors without lasting returns for their work.
The actress’s remarks have resonated with many fans and industry observers, reigniting long-standing conversations about the lack of unions, contracts, and standardized royalties in the Nigerian entertainment space.
While Hollywood offers established frameworks to protect actors financially, Nollywood continues to struggle with basic contractual enforcement, despite being one of the most prolific film industries in the world.
Her post serves not only as a personal reflection but also as a call to action for industry leaders and stakeholders to implement reforms that secure the welfare of those who make Nollywood thrive.
For Omotola, it’s not just about payment it's about respect, structure, and sustainability for future generations of Nigerian filmmakers.
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