Veteran Nollywood actor Yemi Solade has expressed his disappointment and frustration after organizers of an award event withdrew his award due to his refusal to pay for the plaque. Solade took to Instagram to share his experience, posting screenshots of his conversation with a representative of the organizers.
According to the leaked chat, the organizers informed Solade that he could still attend the event, but the award plaque would not be presented to him due to his refusal to pay for it. Solade criticized the practice, stating that he does not belong to the category of actors who “buy” awards. He captioned his post, “I refused to pay for the AWARD PLAQUE. This is the outcome.”
Solade’s revelation has sparked a heated conversation online, with many fans and colleagues applauding him for standing against what they termed an unethical practice. Others have criticized the organizers for their approach, questioning the integrity of the award event.
The incident has raised important questions about the authenticity and value of awards in the entertainment industry. Solade’s stance against “buying” awards has been praised as a bold move, and his commitment to upholding the integrity of the industry is commendable.
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