In a bid to tackle sexual assault and other abuses on actors in Nollywood, The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) have released phone numbers to lodge complaints against sexual assault in the industry.
This comes amid accusations of sexual assault in Nollywood and ongoing anti-rape online protests.
NAN reports that Emeka Rollas, AGN president announced the communication links on Thursday.
According to him, the measure became imperative following recent cases of alleged rape and sexual molestation of some individuals in the industry.
Rollas added that he had already issued directive to Ronnie Dikko, his aide on sexual harassment and related abuses; to open communication links on the issue.
“The recent revelation of alleged rape, and sexual molestation on some individuals in the film industry; is calling for serious attention. And I must put an end to such an abuse,” he said.
“It doesn’t speak well of us and of me as the president of AGN. I must restore sanity into the Nollywood industry as part of my commitments; toward protecting my members and the image of this noble body.
“I have told my SSA to quickly open a special telephone line and an e-mail address through which the victims of this immoral act can reach out directly to the Guild.
“This will enable us seek redress and offer counseling process for complete healing to victims of sexual abuse.”
Links for petition and complaints
Rollas urged all survivors of sexual abuse, molestation, financial demands and rape to make the best use of the links to send their petitions and complaints to the guild.
The AGN president specifically directed victims to Dikko. He also gave the e-mail address as: “abuses@actorsguidofnigeria.com, or call 0705 397 5522 for direct information”.
According to him, the communication lines will be opened. He added that all related matters will be treated with strict confidentiality and respect of victims.
Eelive had earlier reported how some of the biggest stars in Nigeria, have taken to social media to protest against rape, murder and killings by security operatives (Read Here).