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Blaming Nollywood won’t fix a broken society — Charles Inojie
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Famous Nollywood actor Charles Inojie has spoken out against the growing trend of blaming Nollywood for society’s moral decay.
In an interview with media, Diaspora digital media (DDM) revaild that Inojie argued that the film industry should not be held accountable for the ills that plague society.
According to the actor, the real issue lies within the home and the failure of parents to instill strong family values in their children.
He pointed out that many of the societal problems, such as ritual killings, spiritual fortification, internet fraud, and organ harvesting, are not creations of Nollywood but are simply depicted in its films.
Inojie emphasized that these issues existed long before they appeared in Nollywood productions, and instead of criticizing the industry, society should be grateful for the role Nollywood plays in exposing these dark aspects of the world.
Inojie’s comments come as a response to the growing backlash faced by Nollywood films that often explore controversial and taboo subjects, including ritual killings and other criminal activities.
The public has increasingly turned on the industry, accusing it of glamorizing harmful practices and feeding into societal vices.
However, Inojie urges the public to reconsider this perspective.
He stresses that Nollywood simply reflects the reality of what is happening in society.
If films depict ritual killings, it’s because these practices are already taking place in real life.
By shedding light on such practices, Nollywood serves as an exposé rather than a promoter of these behaviors.
Inojie also criticized the tendency to overlook the real causes of societal problems.
He pointed out that while Nollywood films might reflect societal issues, the source of these problems is not the film industry itself.
One example he gave was the ongoing incidents of ritual killings and the various other criminal activities tied to them.
He suggested that instead of focusing on the fact that these practices are being portrayed in films, people should pay more attention to the fact that such crimes are real and affect the daily lives of Nigerians.
Nollywood, Inojie explains, is simply a mirror that shows the ugly truths of society.
When movies depict pastors allegedly burying human bodies under their pulpits for spiritual power, or wealthy individuals engaging in shady practices for political or financial gain, these depictions are not made up.
They are based on real stories and widely known scandals.
Inojie’s point is that these practices are already happening in society, and Nollywood’s role is to bring them to light.
Inojie suggests that the industry should not be condemned for tackling such hard-hitting subjects; instead, it should be appreciated for exposing these dangerous behaviors.
The actor also took issue with the public’s tendency to celebrate wealth without questioning its source.
He cited instances where parents throw lavish welcome-home parties for their children, celebrating their return with expensive gifts like cars, without asking where the money for these items came from.
Inojie pointed out that Nollywood is not responsible for these behaviors; it simply reflects them.
He suggests that society’s obsession with quick wealth and instant success, often at any cost, is a major contributor to the moral decay in the country.
Instead of blaming Nollywood for showcasing such behaviors, Inojie advocates for a return to strong family values and a renewed focus on the dignity of labor.
Nollywood, he argues, has an important role to play in societal reform by highlighting the dangers of shortcuts to success.
When movies portray characters who engage in criminal acts or use ritual killings as a means to get ahead, these depictions serve as cautionary tales.
The message is clear: quick fixes often lead to disaster.
By shining a light on the negative consequences of such actions, Nollywood helps to teach viewers the importance of hard work and integrity.
Inojie believes that the focus should be on reorienting the younger generation, teaching them that success built on dishonest means is never sustainable.
Rather than blaming Nollywood for portraying the harsh realities of life, Inojie urges parents and society as a whole to take responsibility for the moral direction of the younger generation.
He stressed the importance of instilling values such as honesty, hard work, and respect for others.
These are the qualities that can help young people navigate a world that often seems to reward corruption and deceit.
Inojie’s plea is simple: stop pointing fingers at Nollywood and start focusing on creating a society where the next generation is raised with a strong sense of ethics.
Nollywood, for its part, is doing its job of telling stories that are grounded in reality.
The issues it portrays, from internet fraud to political manipulation, are real problems that require real solutions.
Instead of attacking the film industry, Inojie believes that society should be looking inward and addressing the deeper, structural issues that allow such problems to fester.
For him, the key to solving these issues lies in education, family, and a cultural shift away from the pursuit of quick wealth and shortcuts.
In conclusion, Charles Inojie’s message is clear: blaming Nollywood for the state of society will not fix anything.
The real work must be done in homes and communities, where the younger generation must be taught the value of hard work, integrity, and patience.
Nollywood is simply reflecting the world as it is, warts and all.
Instead of criticizing the industry for telling uncomfortable truths, society should focus on addressing the root causes of the problems Nollywood exposes.
Only then can the true healing of the nation begin.
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