The Umbrella Body of Nigerian Movie Stars, Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has debunked claims that it abandoned one of her member, Kenneth Aguba who was reported homeless recently.
Kenneth Aguba was reported homeless after his photo in a shabby environment at Ugwogwo park near Abakpa in Enugu State was circulated on the internet few days back.
Following the ugly trend, movie lovers in Nigeria took to the social media to lambast the AGN and other top movie stars whom they claimed are unconcerned about the wellbeing of one of their own.
But in a swift reaction, the AGN through the SSA to her National President, Kemi Adekomi has taken to Instagram to put the record straight.
His statement reads in full:
“The attention of the Actors Guild of Nigeria has been drawn to an online viral picture of veteran actor, Kenneth Aguba living on the street.
“The National President of the Guild, Ejezie Emeka Rollas wishes to state in clear terms that the Guild has never abandoned Kenneth Aguba.
“Enugu state chapter of the Guild and individual members have been supportive in both provision of accommodation and medical interventions in the past four years to the veteran actor until his matter which could be a spiritual issue, degenerated recently. The Guild just does not make public, issues regarding assistance to its members.
“The National President frowns at the shades thrown at the leadership of the Guild since the story went viral, describing it as the handwork of detractors which may not be unconnected with the present towering reputation of the Guild.
“Actors Guild of Nigeria wishes to reiterate that it welcomes inquiries on issues regarding welfare of members, as the Guild runs an open-door policy and calls on the public to always verify their stories before expressing not-so-palatable comments.
“Meanwhile, the National President wishes to thank good spirited members who have called to show concern and willingness to provide immediate intervention.”