Nigerian veteran actor, Bob-Manuel Udokwu has condemned the entry of many people with inadequate training into the film business.
He lamented the invasion of amateur actors and directors who are now playing the principal roles in Nollywood.
According to Udokwu, the sector ought to be at a higher level than it now is, and the prevalence of unethical behavior is the single factor keeping growth from accelerating.
He shared this while chatting with writer Azuh Arinze during an Instagram Live session.
The movie star said;
“Nollywood ought to be greater than what it is at the moment. Unfortunately, the true potential of the industry is not being realised. A lot of unprofessional activities are going on.
Many half-baked practitioners have invaded the industry. The real professionals should step forward and take back Nollywood.”
When discussing the pinnacle of his career, Udokwu listed among other achievements having the honor of anchoring Gulder Ultimate Search.
He said;
“Being in ‘Checkmate’ (a TV series in the nineties) was a game changer for me. Also, being in ‘Living in Bondage’ (one of the first Nigerian home videos) paved the way for some other roles.
Anchoring Gulder Ultimate Search (a TV reality show) in 2007 was another game changer for me. It was also challenging, because I was not the first person that anchored it.
I started anchoring the show in season four in 2007. But, I eventually became the longest-running anchor person for the show. I hosted it for five consecutive years. Basically, not one particular role changed my career; each role added to the things I was doing.”
