It won’t be erroneous for one to mention that, Mark Zuckerberg’s visit has trailed controversies amidst critics with Nigerian celebrities.
Ace Nigerian filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan has responded to critics of his comments to the Facebook founder on how Nollywood can make profits from Facebook during their meeting.
He however described his critics as being ‘jobless and failures’.
Taking to Facebook video yesterday afternoon, he addressed critics who felt he shouldn’t have bothered the Facebook founder with challenges of Nollywood and should have reverted instead to broaching such issues with president Muhammadu Buhari.
“I just want to correct this notion,” stated Afolayan, who believed otherwise.
“As an artiste and also an entrepreneur, for me, growth is what I am so interested in. It’s what I would always advocate for… I mean, Facebook can come to Nigeria, they can speak to us, they can look at how to expand their businesses. But what are we getting back in return? A lot of us post our contents on Facebook and we pay. So, why can’t we also put content on Facebook and monetise it?”
Afolayan alleges that, it is some unsuccessful people with online platforms that were throwing snide remarks at him.
“Of course, I got a lot of positive comments, especially from people who are forward-looking and people who believe in growth or in potentials… but there are some people, losers, out there, you know, who either have interest in… maybe they have their own platforms and they’re not doing so well and they’re wondering, why do we have to go to Facebook? Or they are wondering, is he the only one?
“I think that is one of the problems we have around here. We always, instead of us supporting what we have, have all of us coming together and doing collaboration… Some of us, when you see someone growing, all they want to do is ‘bring the person down.’
“What is wrong with when you put your content online on their platform, it generates revenue for you and it’s a win-win situation for everybody? Things like this don’t really bother me because, look, I am destined to be where I am. It is not by my making. And anybody who is trying to emulate the same thing, I’m very sure that if they put their mind to it, I’m sure you’re definitely going to get there. But all of those negative comments, especially from those jobless people who have no other thing but sit on blogs. And if you see their comments, you will anonymous because they are losers, they are failures, they have nothing going for them and all they like to do is look at someone who is growing or who is doing something good and they just want to bring the person down.”
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Governor Abdulrazaq Commits To Hosting 2025 BON Awards, Makes History As First To Host Consecutive Editions [PHOTOS]
Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has announced his agreement to host the 2025 edition of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards in Ilorin, making him the first Governor in the event’s history to host it for two consecutive years. The Governor expressed his admiration for the 16th BON Awards, praising the event’s vibrant atmosphere and the engaging after-party that showcased the rich cultural and creative potential of Kwara State.
Held at the state-of-the-art Sugar Factory Film Studio in Ilorin, the BON Awards brought together top talents and stakeholders from Nigeria’s movie industry. Governor Abdulrazaq, who personally presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to Nollywood icon Kanayo O. Kanayo, commended the organizers for their professionalism and the remarkable success of the event.
“The BON Awards have shown the immense possibilities of Ilorin as a center for creativity and entertainment. I was thrilled by the energy, talent, and warmth that defined this year’s edition. The after-party further reinforced our vision of Kwara as a hub for the creative economy, tourism, and hospitality,” the Governor said.
Governor Abdulrazaq emphasized his desire for Ilorin to become the permanent venue for the BON Awards, citing the city’s unique blend of modern infrastructure, serene environment, and rich cultural heritage.
“I would be honored to host next year’s edition of the BON Awards and beyond. Ilorin is ready to offer unmatched facilities and an enabling atmosphere to support events of this magnitude. With landmark projects like the Sugar Factory Film Studio, Visual Arts Centre, and remodeled Kwara Hotel, we are poised to set a new standard for hosting creative events,” he added.
The Governor extended his appreciation to the Nollywood stars and stakeholders for their significant contributions to the Nigerian creative industry and their warm embrace of Kwara as a destination for film and entertainment.
“We invite the creative community to consider Kwara not just for future productions but also as a home for their endeavors. Together, we can build a creative hub that reflects our shared aspirations for excellence and innovation,” he concluded.
The 16th BON Awards, which featured celebrated actors such as Femi Adebayo, Mercy Aigbe, Toyin Abraham, and many others, was a resounding success, with winners and attendees alike applauding the state’s infrastructure and hospitality.
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