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Tuesday 2 September 2014

Politicians have spoilt our actors with money & cars"- Zeb Ejiro says

In an interview with Yes! magazine this week, ace movie producer, Zeb Ejiro made some outrageous claims. He said Nigerian female politicians give money and buy cars for Nollywood actors, while male politicians give money, buy cars and homes for Nollywood actresses. He said that this has made the stars disregard those who helped them become the stars that they are today - producers. He also claimed that politicians are the ones giving money to actresses to make movies. What he said below..
"There are a lot of people who never dreamt of being what they are today. Suddenly, they found themselves there. People are running after them. I need to see you and all that. They start seeing themselves above god. That’s where they get it wrong. The movie industry did not start with the stars that are there today. It started with others. When we were talking, we mentioned a name – somebody you saw some days ago in Ikeja trekking or something. If somebody had told that person that at one time, this is how it’s gonna be, the person will not believe." Continue. It gets more interesting
"Where they get it wrong is that they see themselves above god, they see themselves above the industry. People who suffered to make them who they are, they dump those people, they don’t respect them. You are doing something today, maybe a child’s naming ceremony, marriage or whatever, they don’t attend. They don’t come, they don’t need you anymore! Because the politicians are giving them so much money, the politicians are buying them cars; female politicians are buying the male stars cars, homes and what have you. The male politicians are buying the female ones whatever they want. So, suddenly, they don’t need the producer anymore. They can even make bigger movies than you now because one politician will give them N100 million and you are looking for N15 million to do a blockbuster. So, suddenly, they find out that they are bigger than you. Not just you; they are bigger than the industry. They start to equate themselves with god and forget that these politicians will only use you while you are the reigning star. They will flock around you for that period of time. Immediately somebody else springs up, they will dump you and go to that person. I know a lot of these stars that are now calling me to say Zeb, I heard you are doing something, you are not calling us. Why? Because they are not getting jobs anymore; they are not relevant anymore; the politicians are not giving them money anymore, because the politicians have now seen younger people that they are frolicking with. I think the banes of the movie industry are the Nigerian politicians. That’s the truth!" he said

Ejiro also spoke on his marriage, saying the success and failure of a marriage lies with the man and not with the woman and that for the devil to attack a marriage, he comes through the woman and so every man has to be on guard to take the devil out of his wife once he comes attacking so that their marriage can last

"I was arguing with with my friends one day and I said something. I said if a marriage fails, it is the man. Not the woman. When I said this, my friends said 'Hey Zeb, which one is your own sef?' Leave this tin! A marriage, if it fails, succeeds, it is the woman. I said no! I asked a simple question- who is the head of the family? They said the man. Who is the person that God has given authority? They said it is the man. Who is the driver of the marriage? The said it is the man. Who did God give the power and said You are the head, make the decisions of this marriage? They said it is the man and I said so, why are you arguing with me? You the man; if you are running your business and your business is crashing, wont you find a way to make that business to work? When it comes to your wife and you think she is so terrible, why can't you apply the same thing here? By the time I finished, my friends, they were just looking at me like this and I got that from a book I read and it's true. My pastor, Pastor Chris Okotie, said something in church one day. He said that when there is trouble in the house, in your home, the devil is attacking the wife. The devil enters the house through the woman. So you the man, you must realize that at the time the woman is misbehaving, the devil is attacking her. So it is your responsibility as the man to help her. Take the devil off her that moment. Because if not, the thing will destroy the marriage and its true" he said

80 comments:

Unknown said...

N so?

halliday said...

Politician spoilin dem wit cash nd moni is no news biko...

BONARIO NNAGS said...

Spot on. You need no soothsayer to tell you he's saying the truth.
Even from their dispositions its very obvious, a movie actress paid one hundred thousand naira in a movie,but her vacations abroad have tripled the number of times she featured in movies.

~BONARIO~says so via NOKIA LUMIA

Steveosky 4 Real. said...

"I need to see you and all that". Not surprised though. Wonder who is!!

jerry said...

True Talk

Anonymous said...

Tombs up to u man. U've spoken like a very wise n matured man. Truth be told, it hurts but its better told than held back or sat on. Man, u are the head, behave like one by taking responsibility for what ever state u find ur marriage/family in. Shikina...

Unknown said...

Really, Zab is making a lot of sense

Anonymous said...

Zeb said it all dat is d truth about what's goin now in industry....@funmimy

Unknown said...

Most people always forget the hands dat fed dem once they make it. I'm not suprised. For Marriage to be successful it must have to involve the efforts of both parties not just de man. So I don't buy de idea of a man being responsible for de success of de marriage alone.


I'm out. ***CATCH ME IF U CAN***

Anonymous said...

He talks with low intelligence...he threw me off with that pastor Chris Okotie's quote. Bad rubbish

Unknown said...

In as much as I agree with your view on making marriage work, I must say your choice of mentor/counsellor is totally wrong, pstr chris okotie is yet to succeed maritally.........BE WARNED

Unknown said...

Most people always forget the hands dat fed dem once they make it. I'm not suprised. For Marriage to be successful it must have to involve the efforts of both parties not just de man. So I don't buy de idea of a man being responsible for de success of de marriage alone.


I'm out. ***CATCH ME IF U CAN***

Anonymous said...

Gbam!!!

Unknown said...

it's rather ironical that the same pastor you're quoting has severaly failed In marriage,so you're indirectly indicting him.

Esty kudos said...

On point sir. I concur!

pretty said...

Interesting episode!politicians have really spoilt a lot of things in dis country.wasting our resources nawaoooo

Anonymous said...

I remember those days that if you want to watch quality films, you have to spot on productn company names lyk "chico ejiro/ teco benson"- where did those days go??well the young shall grow...... Give the man his 15mins relevancy,make him happy so dt he wud go away....!! Whatevaa Nigerian actress are constantly criticised, am sure y'all don't care wht Nigerian actors do behind close doors..... Reading is fundamental buh am not reading this article#cheEzyjayne

Anonymous said...

Errrrr....I'm not sure Pastor Chris is one you should be referencing for marriage tips. #lipssealed

Anonymous said...

I luv dis

Anonymous said...

So devil nor dey enter d man abi? Na only d woman shey? Hisssssssss

LEEZ said...

Lol exactly!

Blog Admin said...

Before nko? Telecomms bought them too. Not only politicians.Every sole act is bought.
*Still on my couch in a pensive mood*

Anonymous said...

U got it right on nollywood sir but all wrong when u mentioned pastor chris. As d head why didnt he apply d same method on his two failed marriages? En u were quoting him.

Anonymous said...

So what's his own problem? U don't want them to live up to standard so they will be eager to collect the little you're offering with your script?????

Anonymous said...

I was enjoying and concurring with Mr Ejiro, until the mentioning of Chris okotie, fiam, all respect went out the window. Chris what?????? Oh pls, not that thing!!!

Anonymous said...

Could someone please tell this douchebag to stop trying to fuck every young aspiring talented and talentless actress?

Anonymous said...

Lol...that is how the world works...these actresses fucks several politician to make money which they in turn give part of it ot their real boyfriends whom is in love with another HOE he thinks is LOYAL.. Money go round everyone is happy.. Afterall that is the only way to break in the circle of the rich in thus country #marshallmatters

Anonymous said...

Abi oo na the man latest gist be dat oo...if person don't have something good to say...can't they keep shut or stay away from media


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Anonymous said...

That's how Atiku do Genevive sote she wear diaper. I believe she has learnt her lesson as d guy don dump am for another new babe wey still tight.

Anonymous said...

Not only the actors, even musicians are also spoilt by the politicians. The presidency is as well guilty of this.

Unknown said...

Zab, has spoken well with a lot of sense.

ary said...

all na national cake, they weren't really in the business to act but make money and move on!

yawanow said...

As for me, when such opportunity or springs forth, its better to embrace them and still maintain good relationship with people who made it possible. apparently he speaks the bitter truth as discussed.

Anonymous said...

But times are hard nah, people need to feed their families...ehn Zeb? Then pey your actors decent salaries. Everyone is tired of suffering...we also want to drive nice cars and spend our vacations abroad. Make una try understand, naaah. Who wants to remain hungry forever?

Anonymous said...

Readers that are criticising Zeb Ejiro's quote simply becuase it derived from Rev Chris Okotie and merely insesitive to the highlighted issues. Let us, for once, divorce the personalities involved and focus on the subjectmatter and the import of the quote(s).
A popular actress was once fingered of intimacy with an erstwhile vice president of Nigeria.
Zeb has hit the nail on the head when he buoyed the grave concerns. Eg. actors/actresses who suddenly become 'popular' and 'prosperous' due to intimacy with unconscionable and faceless politicians become intractable. Methinks that the Veterans of the Industry that produced actors/actresses and assigns considerable level of comfort to them eminently deserve some reverence, regard and respect. Actors/actresses should note that politicians come and go with tenure but not the producers.
I think that producers should be celeberated and accorded the highest respect. This can be demonstrated by identifying with them in their thick and thin. When a producer is organising a event, it will be the greated moment of a producer to behold actors/actresses gather around him/her. It is a morale booster.
Of course, man is the head of the family; he shall rule over the woman (source: The Holy Bible). He is responsible for the success (or otherwise) of the marriage. There will, definitely, be challenges but he should be able to surmount same.

Unknown said...

True but are you sure u vent slept with any upcoming artist just to feature them in a movie.

Anonymous said...

Gov. Rochas, pls leave our actresses!

Anonymous said...

ITS JUST A PITY WHAT OLD PEOPLE DO/SAY TO REMAIN RELEVANT.
ZEB THE SAME WAY YOU REIGNING AS A PRODUCER IS EXACTLY THE SAME WAY A STAR WILL STOP REIGNING FOR ANOTHER STAR TO RISE.
ITS EVERYWHERE EVEN HOLLYWOOD.
NOTHING LAST FOREVER. STOP TALKING LIKE AN ILLITERATE. WTF MY RESPECT MY RESPECT JUST DROPPED. POLITICIANS DASH EVERYBODY MONEY THAT GETS ACCESS TO THEM. THEY GAVE YOU MONEY TOO COUNTLESS TIMES IN THE PAST.
STOP BLAMING PEOPLE.
TAKE A LOAN IF YOUR CONNECTIONS ARE NO MORE AGAIN, DO A GOOD MOVIE AND THEY WILL CALL YOU AND YOU MONEY EVEN WITHOUT SLEEPING WITH YOU.
ACT YOUR AGE.
I REPEAT: NO ONE EVER PROMISED YOU SOMEONE WILL REIGN FOREVER

Anonymous said...

ITS JUST A PITY WHAT OLD PEOPLE DO/SAY TO REMAIN RELEVANT.
ZEB THE SAME WAY YOU REIGNING AS A PRODUCER IS EXACTLY THE SAME WAY A STAR WILL STOP REIGNING FOR ANOTHER STAR TO RISE.
ITS EVERYWHERE EVEN HOLLYWOOD.
NOTHING LAST FOREVER. STOP TALKING LIKE AN ILLITERATE. WTF MY RESPECT MY RESPECT JUST DROPPED. POLITICIANS DASH EVERYBODY MONEY THAT GETS ACCESS TO THEM. THEY GAVE YOU MONEY TOO COUNTLESS TIMES IN THE PAST.
STOP BLAMING PEOPLE.
TAKE A LOAN IF YOUR CONNECTIONS ARE NO MORE AGAIN, DO A GOOD MOVIE AND THEY WILL CALL YOU AND YOU MONEY EVEN WITHOUT SLEEPING WITH YOU.
ACT YOUR AGE.
I REPEAT: NO ONE EVER PROMISED YOU SOMEONE WILL REIGN FOREVER

Anonymous said...

Nice point about the movie Industry. But about marriage please shut up and go and be thanking God that you married a good wife. Every body has become a marriage counsellor. What if the woman refuse to allow you play your role as head? What if she drags the steering with u abd want to drive? What if she tramples on your authority and disrespects you? What if she is never satisfied and very selfish? How do u handle a nagging and bitter wife? Most marital problems originate from any of the above issues. And when the bible said a wise woman with her own hands builds her home and a foolish one tears it down! Are u now saying God does not know what he is saying?

Amarachukwu. said...

True talk.

APPLE said...

You are also guilty.

Anonymous said...

In as much as d man made a point..on d oda hand u dont blame d actresses/actors for forgettn d finger dat fed dem because dey actually pay through their nose to get to where they are..the so called producers put dem through lots of pressure both sexually and otherwise n when they finally make it..u dont come caln on dem cos dey've practically paid for what dey got..my opinion though.

ChincoBee said...

Well it's true but I think most times people attribute failed marriage to the woman not the man...

Anonymous said...

To my own view abt marriage, the man determines the failure n success of the union. Woman are always the mean thru which problems entered a home so the man has to b vigilant, women can easily succumb to situations jst like it was in the beginning Adam n eve

Anonymous said...

it is well it is well it is well in name of JESUS it is well with Nigeria.

Anonymous said...

Um, the pastor he is using as an example, does he realize that his marriage has failed twice?? Why didn't apply that to his marriage?? You are embarrassing this pastor, Zeb.

Fizzichillio said...

When these stars started out some of you (Male) producers will fu*k them as many times in a day as you yell "ACTION!!!". You think they enjoy that? Nigga whyl you pounding n enjoying yourselves they are chilling for their payday and when they get it, they have very much lesser regard for y'all and That is exactly what you're noticing. Nollywood doesn't have the best of reputations now and primarily it is the fault of you producers and directors that sleep with anything and everything in skirt and somtyms even make them pay to Starr in a scene or two.

A friend of mine had her mom connect her to one of the top producers who she (the mom) believed was a responsible man. My friend went to Lagos and after her day1 audition (without even shooting) this producer took her to a hotel, paid for a room and told her he will share her bed with her and that she shouldn't be afraid that nothing will happen. LOL.. When she insisted and refused he told her she was wicked and inconsiderate and left. Hope you get the picture now Oga Zeb!!

#Fizz

Idi said...

Hez on point! Except for the Chris Okotie part..He is in no position to give any advice on marriage..

Anonymous said...

"Thumbs up!" Tombs up bawo??? U wan kill am!hian

Anonymous said...

"Thumbs up!" Tombs up bawo??? U wan kill am!hian

Anonymous said...

"Thumbs up!" Tombs up bawo??? U wan kill am!hian

Anonymous said...

These politicians are the demons we have in this country . That's how they fuck all these actresses, musicians and beauty queens anyhow and the foolish ppl will open their legs for money . Nigeria is really going down fast , land of sodom and Gomorrah because of money . Tufiakwa

Chop Chop said...

Please speak for yourself. I don't share your thoughts.

Anonymous said...

in a situation where the man went out to impregnate a strange woman, who is being attacked? People should stop saying what is not joo

NaNcY DreW said...

Sure buh d average nigerian is money driven blive me if dis same Zeb Ejiro is approached he won't be saying all dis na bcuz e no rih his hand dats Y. Dats life unless his a man of integrity buh u can't say if u ve not been in dat position

Anonymous said...

leave d old actresses nd actors alone, let dem eat d govt money dat is making dem feel big now...young ones like us re here to carry on.

Anonymous said...

Abeggy, Nigerian politicians can spoil me with money! I am a young good looking man, specialised in Customer Relations, Administration, Entrepreneurship, Global Trends as well as IT.
Blacknfly@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

1million likes anon 10:59PM, like u are d only intelligent one here. What is Zeb talking about? Big nonsense. Why didn't Chris Okotie help d wife battle d devil when d devil was attacking her? Instead he divorced her, everybody just want to talk, thereby fooling theirselve @d end of d day, nonsense.

Angel said...

LMAO....this mofun is angry because they cannot get actresses to sleep with anymore for petty roles. Mercy Johnson even admitted to sleeping with producers to begin her career so who is the worse devil - broke producers or wealthy politicians????

Anonymous said...

Zeb, abeg park one side n shut da fuck up. What nonsense are u on about. Infact it was an interesting read until u mentioned ur pastor Chris Okotie. U try well well, abeg take several seats. U sopose de shame to mention Chris Okotie in anything marriage, one could not make his marriage work twice or thrice is ur mentor? Nonsense. This is a case of pastors who tell der congregation "do as I say, don't do like I do". Mtchewwww.

Anonymous said...

Wise comment from a wise man. Well said. As captain of the ship, men should never allow their marriages to crash.

Anonymous said...

I couldn't agree less. All our actress, even the married ones are all sleeping with men all because of money. I don't envy them because they are all cheap girls. Genevive is not excluded.

Anonymous said...

Kris Okotie an expert on marriage? Don't they say something about checking the attire of someone who wants to give you a clothe?

Unknown said...

He made sense. But pastor Chris is not a good role model when it comes 2 marriage

Anonymous said...

Is he fucking kidding me with that statement "The devil enters the house through the woman"? He must have a dodo brain to utter such bullshit. i pity the woman who married this asswipe. About the politicians giving money or whatnot.. Nigga Mind your damn business. focus o your own life. im sure you have more skeletons in your closet than those people. if not you wont concern yourself with such. Great minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, small minds, "Sir" discuss people. Get a life.

Unknown said...

What the fuck does he mean by Devil enters the house through a woman. obara na gbagi niisi?

Anonymous said...

well i think when u help someone in lifes journey its non of ur Business to what they do with their life,i just feel cuz u help build someones career they shld worship you. zeb life is short and am sure if u seek for such definitely u will get the same from the so called politician. first remove the dirts in ur eyes before seeking for cheap Attention. #myopinion

Unknown said...

a.k.a EDWIN CHINEDU AZUBUKO said...
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Zeb dey vex bcos no any female politian don spend on him...... Be patient bro. Ur own tym go come.....
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***CURRENTLY IN JUPITER***

Chyluv! said...

The producers n directors r as spoilt. True politicians r taking over the industry, but wats the beef. U had ur fun days biko

Anonymous said...

I thought it was just me that stopped reading after he said Pastor Chris.

So the husbands that beat their wives, cheat all over the town and give all their money to other women, the devil entered the wife tho right? Doro Nonsense.

Kimmy*****

aojin said...

Why will they remember you after subjecting them to marathon sex with your crew before landing them a waka pass role. Zeb remember what you did to Ify, there is god oo

Anonymous said...

foolish Zeb you and you brother Chico were not nice to the actresses and actors so when they are big they forget you people, who still begs you to be in your movies when you actually now do stupid movies, only failed actors and actresses will look for Zeb and ask to be in his movies,you all think you do actresses favors when they pass thru hell to be where they are and you write and open your stinking mouth,no money will come to u,and u won't be remembered, i only have two people I will remember in Nollywood,those two believed in me so i.will remember them

Unknown said...

at least this is not coming from excetra or whatever his name may be. But again,what am saying is that those female actresses who are involved in such business pay the price with their bodies so why take panadol on someone else's headache

Anonymous said...

Pastor Chris Okotie divorced as well so i think it's his fault so why didn't he save his marriage?

Anonymous said...

Na sooo, Zeb, this ur theory get k-leg. So if d devil enter the family through woman; then who is d devil? d answer is Man!

Anonymous said...

zeb ejiro shut your expired ass up....you were fucking girls for roles.....after making them feel cheap u expect them to remember your broke sorry arse when a politician is bringing out real cash and assets......wake up from your dream land....

Anonymous said...

stupid comment from a fake pastor.....no wonder his wife is divorcing him.....and fools will be following that rubbish.......how can the devil enter a house only true the woman.......pastor chris stop propagating bullshit..

Anonymous said...

"pastor" chris must have been on some cheap drugs when he made that comment...

Unknown said...

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