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Renowned Nollywood actress, filmmaker, and entrepreneur Dayo Amusa has recorded a major career milestone after emerging victorious as the Southwest Vice President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN).
The election result marks a defining moment not only in her personal journey but also in the evolving leadership structure of the Nigerian film industry.
The Yoruba film star had openly declared her intention to contest for the position in the previous year, launching a campaign anchored on experience, service, and institutional reform. While canvassing for votes, Dayo Amusa consistently highlighted her track record during her tenure as Vice Chairman of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Lagos State chapter, a period she described as one marked by growth, stability, and advocacy for actors’ welfare.
According to her, her ambition to contest for the AGN Southwest vice presidency was driven by a strong desire to build enduring systems that would benefit actors across the region, both present and future. She emphasized that leadership, for her, goes beyond titles and recognition, focusing instead on creating pathways, policies, and opportunities that uplift creative professionals.
The actress officially confirmed her victory through a celebratory post on her Instagram page, where she shared a photo of her certificate of office. Accompanying the image was a bold declaration that read:
“IT’S OFFICIAL!!!
TEMIDAYO AMUSA
National Vice President (Southwest)
Actors Guild Of Nigeria @actorsguildofnigeria”.
The announcement sparked widespread excitement across the Nollywood community, with colleagues, fans, and industry stakeholders flooding her comment section with congratulatory messages. Prominent actors including Seyi Edun, Akin Boss, Funke Etti, Bukky Rabiu, and Abiodun Adebanjo publicly celebrated her achievement, praising her resilience, leadership qualities, and long-standing commitment to the growth of the industry.
Dayo Amusa’s emergence is widely viewed as a victory for experience-driven leadership within Nollywood. With over two decades of active involvement in the film industry as an actress, producer, musician, and education entrepreneur she brings a multifaceted perspective to the role. Observers believe her deep understanding of both the creative and administrative sides of the industry positions her well to effectively represent actors in the Southwest zone.
The Actors Guild of Nigeria, established to protect the interests and welfare of screen actors nationwide, plays a crucial role in shaping policies, resolving industry disputes, and promoting professionalism.
As Southwest Vice President, Dayo Amusa is expected to work closely with the national leadership to strengthen actor engagement, enforce standards, and foster unity across state chapters in the region.
Her election signals a renewed focus on purposeful leadership within AGN and underscores the growing influence of seasoned practitioners in Nollywood’s administrative affairs.
For many in the industry, Dayo Amusa’s victory represents hope for stronger representation, inclusiveness, and sustainable development for actors in Nigeria’s ever-expanding film landscape.
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