Concerned about the numerous cases of aged Nollywood veterans seeking financial assistance, actor Segun Arinze has proffered a solution while addressing the cause. At a media briefing organised by the Actors Guild of Nigeria on Tuesday in Lagos, the actor exonerated the actor’s body of any blame. WorrisomeRecently, many famous Nollywood veterans have not had it so good, especially in their old age, and the once reserved and glamorous celebrities are now turning to social media begging for aid, leaving fans and critics intrigued and concerned. In February 2023, another veteran Yoruba actor Ojo Arowosafe, popularly known as Fadeyi Oloro, was in dire straits as his landlord served him an eviction notice for failing to pay his rent. AGN InterventionTo change the narrative, the AGN says it has created a pension account and health insurance initiatives for members to leverage when needed.

Source: The Guardian July 28, 2023 11:09 UTC