The movie industry seems to be going through tough times. First it was the Association of Movie Producers rift, then Actors’ Guild of Nigeria brouhaha. Now, the seed of discord has found its way to the Jide Kosoko-led Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP).
I learnt that contenders are fighting tooth and nail to outshine one another in its forthcoming election.
The incumbent president, Prince Kosoko is having a bigger headache in his vice president, Prince Bamidele Odule.
At Feminar Cafe, Ikeja some actors have been talking in hush hush tones. Some of the practitioners I spoke with however praised Kosoko for is achievements that has helped the boost the association's image, but some are clamouring for a young president to steer the affairs of the body.
Those in contention are Yinka Quadri who claims to be a king-maker and Yemi Solade. But, the odds against these two are that numerous. Quadri is having a problem with English language and education, while Solade is said to be arrogant and proud. He was once quoted as saying that, “the association will be hot for the illiterates among us. And if you really want to be sincere not all of us are educated, so he may not win.”
However, some practitioners say if Kosoko is re-elected, Quadri may end up being the Vice president as Odule is believed to have performed poorly.
Meanwhile, all eyes will also be on the chapter elections especially Lagos and Ogun states. The likes of Shitta-Bey, Ade Adenrele, Bolaji Amusa (Latin)and Ebun Oloyede (Olaiya) would be slugging it out in Lagos and Ogun states respectively. What an interesting election, isn't it? Get updated as it progresses.
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