Jim Iyke has been publicly criticised by Nollywood actor Gideon Okeke, who claims that he required months of recuperation and two stitches due to a serious on-set mishap during their most recent cooperation……CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
In a scathing video clip, Okeke took aim at Iyke, yelling, “You left me bleeding on your set,” and demanding that he answer for what he claims were careless production methods. Okeke continued by disputing Iyke’s claims on the budget for his most recent Prime Video movie, claiming that the ₦9 billion amount is exaggerated and demanding a complete reimbursement in the event that appropriate documentation cannot be produced.
He called the project “dead on arrival” and cautioned that the disagreement would force a broader industry-wide reckoning over financial transparency and on-set safety. On social media, the incendiary charge has sparked a debate among fans and industry insiders about who is correct. While some appreciate Okeke’s bravery in speaking up, others warn that public disputes like this might harm actors’ reputations as well as the general public’s view of Nollywood professionalism. Jim Iyke hasn’t responded formally yet. Many people are keeping a careful eye on the drama to see if he will confront the injury claim directly or let the matter fester. They are also curious to know what this conflict could signal for the future of established safety standards in Nigeria’s film industry……CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
