Nkechi Blessing quits films, says 80 million naira vanished

A Nollywood star says she's quitting after losing a fortune. Actress Nkechi Blessing declared she is stopping film production, claiming to have lost over eighty million naira since September with minimal returns. She stated her movies failed to gain traction without excessive hype, prompting her to return to international travel instead. Her announcement drew supportive responses from colleagues like Tonto Dikeh and Eriata Ese, who encouraged persistence and consistency. The situation underscores common financial risks in the Nigerian film industry, where high production costs, piracy, and distribution problems often lead to uncertain profits for producers.