By IDNN Culture Desk
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Lagos State chapter, has called an urgent meeting to address rising tensions within the industry. The call comes amid mounting challenges in Nollywood’s creative sector, including disputes over welfare, rights, and funding.
AGN leaders said the emergency session will bring members together to forge a way forward.
History of Nollywood Union Struggles
Nigeria’s film industry, Nollywood, has long been plagued by fragmented unions and disputes over welfare structures. Past AGN interventions in Lagos have tackled piracy, unpaid royalties, and disputes with producers. Similar meetings in 2015 and 2019 reshaped guild policies but often ended with partial resolutions.
Why It Matters for Creative Workers
Industry watchers say the urgent meeting signals renewed cracks in Nollywood’s union architecture. The outcome could determine how effectively actors push for stronger contracts, pension structures, and protection from exploitation. Failure to find consensus could further weaken Nollywood’s global competitiveness.
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