Emeka Rollas
13 Apr
Following the boat mishap that claimed the lives of some Nollywood actors including Obumneme John Paul Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope, and three other crew members, the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has suspended all movies in riverine areas and boat riding across the country.
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The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has declared Thursday as “No Shoot Day” for all Nollywood filmmakers, following the death of actor Junior Pope and three other crew members who died in a boat mishap on Anam River in Anambra on Wednesday.
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National President, Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Emeka Rollas, has expressed concern over the unwillingness of some Nollywood actors to subscribe to the guild’s health insurance plan for members across the country.
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