The actor also shared some advice for up-and-coming actors and directors in Nollywood
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Afod, while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria on Wednesday in Lagos, said that nobody should be perceived as a permanent friend or enemy in life. “I started acting in 1986 and learnt there are no friends or foes anywhere. I think people should be liberal. The person you see as your friend might come to stab you, and that fellow you see as your enemy might be the person who will help you.”“This year, I am looking toward the big screen. I will also come up with a new proverbs challenge series this year. I like creating competitive content,” he said.Nigerians need credible journalism. Help us report it.
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