‘We Don’t Get Royalties’: Patience Ozokwo on Nollywood’s Financial Struggles

In a recent episode of the talk series Curiosity Made Me Ask, veteran actress Patience Ozokwo opened up about a deep-rooted challenge in Nollywood. She pointed out that actors in Nigeria are paid a one-time fee during production and never see additional earnings, no matter how successful a film becomes. Ozokwo compared this to more established film industries, where performers receive ongoing royalties as movies continue to generate revenue. She argued that the absence of such payments in Nollywood has left many actors facing financial hardship despite the global reach of their work. By highlighting this structural gap, the star hopes to spark conversations on fair compensation and the need for industry reforms.

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