A heated exchange has erupted between Emeka Rollas, President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), and Nollywood star Regina Daniels, plunging the industry into a fresh controversy that has dominated social media discussions.
The dispute reportedly began after Regina Daniels publicly criticised certain leadership decisions within the AGN, hinting at a lack of transparency in recent guild activities. Her comments quickly went viral, prompting a swift and strongly worded response from Emeka Rollas, who accused her of spreading misinformation and undermining the guild’s credibility.
Rollas insisted that all AGN operations remain lawful and properly documented, warning that public figures should “verify before attacking the integrity of the guild.” Regina Daniels, however, fired back, stating that as a member of the industry, she has every right to question actions that affect actors and the welfare of younger creatives.
The back-and-forth has triggered widespread reactions among Nollywood actors and fans, with some defending Regina’s call for accountability while others argue that disputes should be handled internally, not on the internet.
Industry observers note that the controversy exposes deeper tensions within Nollywood’s leadership framework and raises renewed conversations about transparency, welfare, and creative representation.
For now, both sides remain firmly entrenched in their positions, and there is no indication that the verbal firefight will cease anytime soon.
Sources
AGN public statements
Regina Daniels’ social media posts
Nollywood industry commentary
Entertainment news outlets (Pulse, Vanguard, Channels Entertainment)
