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Directors Guild of Nigeria appoints Akwa Ibom gov patron

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1 year ago

September 19, 2025

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Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has been formally confirmed as the Patron of the Directors Guild of Nigeria.

The DGN, founded in 1999, is the professional body representing directors in the Nigerian film and television industry.

Over the years, the Guild has played a pivotal role in shaping Nollywood, now regarded as the second-largest film industry in the world.

Its 25th anniversary celebration, held alongside the Akwa Ibom Entertainment Week, marked a major milestone in the Guild’s efforts to strengthen collaboration with government and stakeholders for the growth of the creative industry.

A statement issued by the Guild’s Public Relations Officer, Emmanuel Eyaba, on Friday, noted that the confirmation was made during a special dinner held in Uyo in honour of a DGN delegation in the state, as part of activities to mark the Guild’s 25th anniversary celebration and to participate in the ongoing Akwa Ibom Entertainment Week.

The statement noted that while speaking at the event, Eno urged members of the DGN to be intentional about mentorship for young talents in the creative industry, stressing that sustainability and growth in Nollywood can only be achieved through deliberate capacity building.

“Let the industry understand that your power is in your multiplication. The more we watch you perform, the more we see the people you have mentored, the happier we will be, and the more the industry will thrive,” the statement quoted Eno as saying.

It added that speaking further, Eno expressed concern that without strategic mentorship, Nollywood risks losing its audience to foreign competition. It noted that he specifically tasked the Akwa Ibom State Chairman of DGN, Mr Moses Eskor, to explore ways of bringing back indigenous stars to support and mentor upcoming professionals.

Eno, who has remained consistent in promoting human capacity development, announced plans to expand the State Creative Academy into a Creative Village, designed to provide broader opportunities for training and innovation in the industry.

“If we really want to empower our young people, we should have a Creative Village where the Academy would be a component,” he added.

The Governor also commended the DGN for choosing Akwa Ibom as the host state for its landmark anniversary, assuring his administration’s readiness to partner with the Guild in training and empowering young people to thrive in the creative space.

In recognition of his unwavering support for the arts, DGN President, Mr Uche Agbo, presented an award to the governor as Champion and Patron of the Guild. Agbo applauded Eno’s investment in the creative industry, noting his engagement of several Guild members as aides in entertainment and cultural development.

He further assured that DGN would deepen collaboration with the Akwa Ibom State Government to build capacity for young Nigerians interested in working behind the scenes in Nollywood.

The Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Anietie Udofia, in his remarks, appreciated the governor for hosting the Guild and highlighted the serene, safe, and culturally rich ambience of the State as the reason DGN chose Akwa Ibom for its anniversary celebration.

Also present at the event were Nollywood actress, Ms Ebenezer Eno, who thanked the Governor for his support to creatives, and the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Entertainment, Mr David Sergeant (Utang Akwa Ibom), who commended the governor for his consistent commitment to the growth of the industry.

By confirming Eno as its Patron, the Directors Guild not only recognises his contributions to the creative industry but also formalises a partnership that is expected to boost Nollywood’s sustainability through mentorship, capacity building, and cultural promotion.

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A WORD OF WARNING: NEVER LET YOUR SUCCESS MAKE YOU LOOK DOWN ON PEOPLE.

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36 minutes ago

September 26, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Since you are not feeding anyone, you should never see anyone as being beneath you.

Having money does not make you more human.
Having a degree does not make you more valuable.
Having a big position does not give you the right to disrespect people.

Today, you may be comfortable while someone else is struggling. But life can change unexpectedly. Never use your current advantage to humiliate someone who has less than you.

True greatness is not measured by what you have in your bank account, the car you drive, or the position you occupy.

Your real character is revealed by how you treat people who cannot give you anything in return.

Be humble. Be respectful. Treat people with dignity.

You are not better than anyone simply because you have more than they do.

💬 Do you agree? What do you think makes a person truly great?

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BEING EDUCATED SHOULD NEVER MAKE YOU LOOK DOWN ON AN UNEDUCATED PERSON.

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1 hour ago

September 26, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Education should give you knowledge, but character determines how you use that knowledge.

Not everyone had the opportunity to attend school or earn academic qualifications. Some people learned through life, work, family, hardship and experience.

Having a degree does not make someone more valuable than the person without one.

Your education should make you more humble, not more arrogant.

Respect the cleaner.
Respect the farmer.
Respect the mechanic.
Respect the trader.
Respect the labourer.
Respect everyone.

Because the person you look down on today may have life lessons you will never learn in a classroom.

Education is powerful—but humility is priceless.

💬 Do you agree? Can someone be highly educated but still lack wisdom?

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When Love of Money Turns Children Into Family Expectations

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20 hours ago

September 25, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Too much love of money can sometimes create unrealistic expectations within families—and some children end up feeling valued only for what they can provide financially.

In many African families, parents make enormous sacrifices to give their children a better life. They work hard, pay school fees, provide food and shelter, and sometimes go through serious financial difficulties to ensure their children have opportunities they never had.

There is nothing wrong with parents hoping their children will become successful.

However, problems can arise when financial success becomes the main measure of a child’s worth.

Some children grow up hearing constant comparisons:

“Look at your mates.”

“Your friend has already bought a car.”

“When will you build your own house?”

“After everything we spent on your education, what have you achieved?”

For some young adults, these expectations can become a heavy emotional burden.

When expectations become pressure

Parents naturally want their children to succeed, but every child has a different journey.

One person may become financially successful at 25. Another may struggle until 35 or 40 before finding stability. Someone else may choose a modest career that provides a peaceful and responsible life rather than great wealth.

Success should not always be measured by cars, houses, expensive clothes or the amount of money someone sends home.

Parents can encourage ambition while still reminding their children that their value is not determined by their bank balance.

Children also have responsibilities

At the same time, children should not use this discussion as an excuse to avoid responsibility.

When parents have sacrificed for their children, appreciation matters. Adult children should make reasonable efforts to support their parents when they are able to do so.

The challenge is finding a healthy balance between gratitude and pressure.

Parents should not expect their children to solve every family problem, while children should not completely forget the people who sacrificed for them.

Love should come before money

A family becomes stronger when financial discussions are balanced with understanding, communication and genuine affection.

Parents can tell their children:

“Work hard. Build your future. Be responsible. We want you to succeed—but we will still love and support you when life becomes difficult.”

That message can make a huge difference.

Money is important. Financial stability is important. Supporting one’s family is important.

But a child’s worth should not be reduced to how much money they can make or how much they can give to their parents.

What do you think?

Should parents expect their adult children to become financially successful because of the sacrifices they made raising them?

Or should parents simply encourage their children to build their own lives while offering support without attaching financial expectations to their love?

👇 Share your opinion in the comments. Let’s have a respectful conversation.

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