In a recent interview with Arise Television, veteran actor Kenneth Okonkwo discussed the unity of Nigeria and debunked claims that Igbos are not interested in a united Nigeria. He explained that as traders and travelers, Igbos are known for settling and contributing to the development of any region they find themselves in.[…]CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE▶
Okonkwo, a prominent figure in Nollywood, shared a personal example to support his views. He spoke about the groundbreaking success of the movie Living in Bondage, which is considered the film that launched Nollywood. Okonkwo emphasized that the movie, shot in Lagos by an Igbo filmmaker, was accepted and loved by Nigerians from all regions, despite it being an Igbo film.
“If Nigerians had anything against the Igbos, they would not have embraced Living in Bondage,” he said. This, he believes, shows that no one is deliberately trying to marginalize the Igbos, as the spirit of excellence is always recognized and appreciated, regardless of the source.
Okonkwo encouraged Nigerians to focus on excellence in everything they do, as it fosters unity and acceptance across all ethnic lines. According to him, achieving this is key to building a stronger, united Nigeria…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ARTICLES>>>
