Somehow, you just came into the industry and hit fame, how did you do it?
It is just Gods doing. Anything He says you will be today is what you will be. It is about hard work as well. But then, I didnt just come into the industry. I was here some years back but I stepped out after a while.
Why?
I had to do my national youth service. Before I left, I had done some movies. I came back last year. Since I came back, I have been very busy. Perhaps that is why I have been noticed. I have been doing so many good movies. I have met and worked with different producers and directors.
But dont you think the time you were away sort of pulled you back?
I dont think so. Apart from my NYSC, I had to start my Masters programme. I served at NAFDAC and I got a lot of experience. I had to know how to do other things. After the movies, what else? You need to be educated. You dont need to focus only on acting. There are some other things you can achieve in life. You can never know what is inside of you. I come from a family where education is a must.What did you study to serve at NAFDAC?
I studied Business Administration. I served under the administrative arm of the agency.
Why did you choose acting, to be in the spotlight?
No, it wasnt that. When I was much younger, I loved parties and anything that had to do with red carpet. My dad was a member of Rotary Club and we always had parties. I love the social life. I was a beauty queen in Enugu in 2008. I was Miss NYSC in camp.
How did you come into the industry?
I met a director during the time I was a beauty queen in Enugu who happened to be one of the judges in that beauty contest. He decided to sign me on as an actress. That was how I started.
But you eventually had a spat with him?
Yes. He made me sign a contract. I was so young. I was excited when he told me I was going to be an actress. But I signed the contract not knowing what it entailed. He had to manage me. I got into the industry and I found out that other actresses didnt sign any contract. I felt abused and I was upset. I told him that the contract would not work. That was majorly the reason I had to leave the industry in the first place. I decided to focus on my education. I now know how to manage my life.
What else was stipulated in the contract?
I think he was meant to take 40 per cent of whatever I earned while I take 60 per cent. He had to be the one to tell me the jobs I should take. He had to be aware of all my jobs. All this didnt help me at all. I did a couple of movies with him and I left.
That means you didnt wait for the contract to expire?
The contract has expired. I was shooting in Asaba last year and he came on set to harass me. I had to call my lawyer. It was a five-year contract and I believe it has expired now. So many marketers and producers were against him.
So who is this director?
He is called Nonso Ekene Okonkwo.
How has it been since you came back?
It has been wonderful. I have been working nonstop. At the moment, I am shooting in Enugu. The stress is much but I still thank God. I am grateful……….
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