The late Joe Layode, a nollywood veteran, shortly before his death, accused nollywood of rejecting and forgetting their past heroes, and celebrating their new 'stars'. While it is open to debate, the case of another 'old generation' practitioner supports Layode's claims.
A lot of us may have forgotten New Masquerade, that comedy that made waves in the early days, but I'm sure every Nigerian born before the year 2000, remembers the name James Iroha. If not, then surely they know Gringori Akabogu. He it was that created New Masquerade, and acted as a servant alongside the now blind Davies Offor (Clarius).
While he may not accept to join nollywood, as most professionals do, it would be a shame seeing 'dee James' ,as my mother calls him, moving around the streets of Umuahia, not looking like a star he is.
What do you suggest entertainment industry should do to, and for, the likes of 'dee James'? 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire' has been doing okay, but then what else?