The Digest:
Veteran Nollywood actor Yemi Solade has stirred controversy by asserting that no actress in the Nigerian film industry can legitimately afford a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon through acting income alone.
Key Points:
- Solade stated that filmmakers don't pay the N50 million required for such luxury purchases
- He suggested actresses' wealth comes from side businesses or "gifts from questionable sources"
- The actor acknowledged significant income from ventures like movie production but maintained basic acting salaries are insufficient
- He humorously referenced "kurukere in the office" as a potential income source
- G-Wagons cost N180-450 million new and N70-220 million for foreign-used models in Nigeria
- The comments highlight ongoing debates about income transparency in Nollywood
- The discussion reflects broader conversations about wealth display and its sources in the entertainment industry
Sources: TheCable
