Veteran Nollywood actor Bob-Manuel Udokwu has shared his opinion on why many male actors in the Nigerian movie industry appear to struggle financially more than their female counterparts.
According to him, life is generally easier for women than it is for men because men often shoulder more family and financial obligations.
"Life is generally easier for women than it is for men. It's not that Nollywood doesn't pay, but actors have a lot of bills to settle," he said.
Udokwu also recalled the public reaction when late Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, appealed for financial assistance during his illness.
He said he was deeply hurt by comments from some Nigerians who questioned what the late actor had done with the money he earned throughout his career.
"It pained me when John Okafor fell ill before he eventually passed away. While we were trying to raise funds for his treatment, some people on social media kept asking, 'Where is all the money he made from acting?'
"They didn't understand the realities of the profession. I didn't even know he had married more than one wife then," he said.
The veteran actor explained that while Nollywood provides income for its stars, the earnings are often stretched by numerous responsibilities, making it difficult for many actors to achieve long-term financial freedom.
His comments have since sparked conversations online, with many Nigerians debating whether male actors indeed face greater financial pressure than actresses and whether fame in Nollywood guarantees wealth.
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