“Piracy causes damages & losses” – Actor Deyemi Okanlawon

• Deyemi Okanlawon, a renowned filmmaker and actor, has expressed his gratitude to a fan for their support in promoting anti-piracy initiatives.

• He highlighted the challenges faced by Nollywood producers due to a lack of government and financial support, as well as the severe consequences of piracy.

Filmmaker and actor Deyemi Okanlawon has conveyed his appreciation to a supporter for advocating against piracy.

He emphasized the challenges faced by Nollywood producers, who often operate without governmental or financial backing, and the severe consequences of piracy on the industry.

One fan had contemplated viewing a pirated copy of Deyemi’s film due to financial limitations.

In response, another fan, @l444nnu, generously provided complimentary tickets to five individuals, thereby discouraging the act of piracy.

Deyemi expressed his gratitude for this gesture, noting that it restored his faith in the goodwill of Nigerians.

He wrote on Instagram: “Nollywood producers, especially newbies like myself and my wonderful partners at @bleedingartproduction who try to tell global-level stories, get next to no support from government, financial institutions (forget all that creative industry fund matter), or even industry players, and we end up spending all we have to produce these films. Yet it seems the same Nigerians we love to serve have no idea how much damage and loss their participation in piracy causes our industry.

“@iamjoyessien, thank you for understanding and learning, and @l444nnu, thank you so much for your kindness, love, and support; you have no idea how much you’ve renewed my hope in our people! I am forever grateful!”.