Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has made a passionate plea to Nollywood producers to break free from perpetuating negative stereotypes about Nigerians in their movies.
He urged producers to refrain from depicting Nigerians as uncivilized and clowns when they travel abroad, as this narrative tarnishes the country’s image.
Yul Edochie emphasized that such storylines only serve to belittle and demean Nigerians.
Hr encouraged filmmakers to create movies that showcase Nigerians as leaders and problem-solvers when they travel abroad.
He suggested telling stories that highlight traditional Nigerian solutions to problems and depict Nigerians as confident, proud, and dignified individuals who teach others about the beauty of Nigerian culture.
On his Instagram page, Yul Edochie wrote:
“I wish our producers will stop making films where Nigerians travel abroad, dey mumu. We sell ourselves short with such storylines.
“Oyibo people will never make a movie where a white man is foolish on African soil. Instead they’ll make the white man smarter than all the Africans in the movie.
“It’s intentional. They use movies to sell themselves as superheroes, while we use ours to run ourselves down.
“Let’s make movies where a Nigerian goes abroad and becomes the focal point for Oyibo people.
“He or she always walks with shoulders high, with so much pride and dignity. Always on Nigerian wears. And teaches Oyibo people beautiful things they never knew about us. Offers traditional solutions to problems and becomes a leader over there.
“Let’s sell ourselves as superheroes as well.”
In another story, Yul Edochie cries out, questions unusual love he’s currently receiving.
Yul Edochie, known for his controversial statements and opinions, has been a target of online criticism and backlash since he unveiled his 2nd wife, Judy Austin.
However, it appears that the tide has turned, and he is now receiving an outpouring of love and support from fans and followers.
Taking to Instagram, Yul Edochie questioned the sudden change of heart from his detractors. He asked what caused this shift, implying that he was not used to receiving so much love and support.
